Nat Sakdatorn

At 41 years old, Nat Sakdatorn has this physical status:

Nat Sakdatorn (born January 24, 1983) is a Thai singer-songwriter, actor, blogger, and the winner of the 4th season of reality talent competition show True Visions' Academy Fantasia.

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Life and career

Nat Sakdatorn was born in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Darin Sakdatorn is the oldest brother of his grandfather, who is referred to as "Dow." He attended primary school at Montfort College in Chiang Mai. He began to study at the Peddie School in Hightstown, New Jersey, in the United States. At Harvard University, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics. He auditioned and became a member of Harvard's oldest co-ed a cappella group, the Harvard Opportunes. He later took music at Berklee College of Music.

After he sent a demo CD of his self-composed songs to the Sleepless Society album's designers, he had a chance to work in the music industry before Sakdatorn's entry into the Academy Fantasia competition. In 2006, he performed the backing vocals for the Thai duo Golf-Mike's... and wrote the tune for Kalorin Nemayothin's in 2007.

Sakdatorn is a native of Thailand, English, and Japanese. He can also play the piano. Many of his followers refer to him as "Stitch" rather than "Nat."

Sakdatorn auditioned for the fourth season of True Academy Fantasia, singing Clash's 'I Want You,' the winner of first season "Dooteang's Sound EFX and Westlife's cover version of Debby Boone's You Light Up My Life. He made it to the final audition round to complete the show and then two audition weeks to be one of 12 finalists in the house and then named champion of the season. He chose Tum Somprasong' and You Light Up My Life once more in the final week.

Sakdatorn and his fellow AF4 contestants on X-Treme Army released a joint album titled X-Treme Army X-Treme Army to begin their musical careers together. As POP Army and a group song, Army Energy, Sakdatorn performed a solo song and a trio song, as well as Methus Treerattanavareesin and Surasak Chanasriyotin. The 12 AF4 singers began a national concert tour, X-treme Army in Concert, which was held in Bangkok on October 20, 2007), Surat Thani (October 20, 2007), and Udon Thani (November 3, 2007). Sakdatorn and his AF4 colleagues traveled to Beijing on December 15- 19, 2007 with THAI Exclusive Trip 'X-Treme Army, launched by True Fantasia, Thai Airways International, and Bank of Ayudhya. They all went to Beijing with their fanclubs. Sakdatorn and his colleagues then went on to perform at the Pepsi Everybody Move Concert (February 16, 2008) and numerous mini-concerts. He, along with the other male singers from AF4, became a host for Pepsi.

The 1st runner-up of Academy Fantasia season 4, Sakdatorn and Vontongchai Intarawat, joined the Sudsupda magazine project, which means Smart Man Do Good). On March 23, 2008, they held a mini charity concert in plaza square between Siam Discovery and Siam Center, where they donated the whole amount to the Cardiac Children Foundation of Thailand.

Sakdatorn first spoke about his debut album in a variety show on channel 5, "I Can Love You More" (Rak-Dai-Eek). Chestha Yarosake wrote and produced the single (except for the English rap part, which is written by Sakdatorn himself) and Arranged by Banana Boat. All You Need Is Love is a compilation that was released on April 25, 2008. Sakdatorn has appeared on several television shows and radio stations to promote his album and singles. For which Sakdatorn produced music, the second single from this album is titled "Kam-Sam-Kam," indicating, "Three Words."

Sakdatorn, Destongchai Intarawat, Rutchapon Yamsang, Wiwit Bawonkrikritik, Pakamon Bunyapuit, and Academy Fantasia season 3 winner Kiatkamol Lata were among the 38 participants in THAI Exclusive Trip with AF in Japan on May 16-21, 2008. True Fantasia and Thai Airways International arranged another unique trip for Sakdatorn's and Intarawat's fanclubs on June 26, 2008, which included their first album-opening mini concert outside of Thailand due to high demand.

Cartier selected Sakdatorn to be a brand ambassador for Thailand's Love collection on June 4, 2008. Bank of Ayudhya selected Sakdatorn and Intarawat as brand ambassadors for the Krungsri Yellow Points campaign on July 14, 2008.

Sakdatorn was crowned the winner of the Dutch Mill Top Teen Idol competition on July 25, 2008. Sakdatorn, a Dutch Mill Top Teenage Idol, had shot a TV commercial for Dutch Mill, which went on television in November 2008.

Sakdatorn appeared in a musical performance as Prince Yamadori in August 2008 (a play based on Madame Butterfly). This is True Fantasia's second play, and there are two cast sets. Intarawat is another cast member who plays Sakdatorn. Sakdatorn and Intarawat covered the show (best known as Sukiyaki) and launched a music video on July 4, 2008. In the drama, they will perform a Thai version.

Intarawat and Sakdatorn opened their first full live concert on October 30, 2008. The concerts were originally presented as a mix of live concert and reality show. There were 4 rounds of concerts with approximately 4,000 people in attendance.

Sakdatorn's first romantic comedy drama, was broadcast on Modern Nine TV on November 22, 2008. Sakdatorn played the main role in the upcoming role of a teen who aspired to be a disk jockey.

Sakdatorn appeared on True Visions' most recent reality game show The Master on February 23, 2009. Sakdatorn and other 14 contestants from five seasons of Academy Fantasia competed to win the program's one-million-baht prize money.

Sakdatorn and seven other AF colleagues performed at the Bachelors' Dream Concert at the Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon, on May 9, 2009.

Sakdatorn and Intarawat became one of THAI Exclusive Trip in New Zealand from May 13 to 19, 2009.

Sakdatorn was named the 'Reader Icon 2009' award from Amarin Pocketbook Printing on July 29, 2009.

Sakdatorn appeared in his second musical play, 'Chanalom'; 'The Legend of Re Khai Fun CHALIANG The Musical' at M Theatre from October 2 to May 25, 2009. The Legend of Re Kai Fun CHALIANG is the first jukebox musical based on songs performed by a Thai band. Tohklom, Workpoint, and True Fantasia co-produced the play. The musical performance was supposed to re-stage from January 15 to December 17, 2010 after receiving a warm welcome from the audience.

Sakdatorn moved to Tak province in order to raise funds to renovate from October 10 to 12. "Joh Jai TV program" is taught in three schools and is part of the "KRUNGSRI Yellow Points" campaign. Sakdatorn not only raised funds, but also assisted with the school's renovations.

The Legend of Re Kai Fun Chaliang The Musical, which earned a warm reception from the audience in October 2009, was re-staged. Pantip.com, a popular Thailand's social network, awarded the Chalermkrung Award for the "Best Play of the Year" later this year.

Sakdatorn appeared "" () and "" at the Thailand Cultural Center on January 30, 2010. "" was released on the album along with four other songs by four other well-known artists. This was Sakdatorn's first big concert outside of the True Fantasia brand.

Sakdatorn and his colleague AF Patcha Anekayuwat appeared in the "Bangkok Jazz Festival 2010" at Central World Plaza on February 13, 2010 together with many world-class Jazz artists in the 6-day festival, which began on February 9.

Sakdatorn appeared in "Once in a Lifetime concert produced by Phusit Laithong" at the Thailand Cultural Center on February 20, 2010 – "The one you love" and "I need to know." Other guests on the show included well-known Thai singers and performers, including Ajarn Thanis Srikildee, Nithipong Hornak, Pod Moderndog, Bee Peerapat, Ben Chalatis, and Radkloa Amaradis.

Sakdatorn's first single, "No Tomorrow" or "No Tomorrow," debuted on April 30, 2010. The song was part of Academy Fantasia's "The Winners Project" album, in which all six finalists would have 2 songs each. The song's melody was created by Sakdatorn himself. On September 22, the second single "Silent Minute" or "Silent Minute" was released.

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Sakdatorn performed his hit song "No Tomorrow" and My Way in a Thai classic concert hosted by former Thai classic singer Rungrude Pangpongsai at Thailand's National Theater on June 26, 2010.

Sakdatorn was named "Male Hot Artist Award" by TV Inside Hot Awards, a magazine distributed in the United States.

Sakdatorn's first pocketbook, "Looking at life from every angle") was published on July 30, 2010. The book was published with Amarin Pocketbook Publishing, where he received the "Reader Icon 2009 Award."

In "KRUNGSRI The First 3D Concert: The Winners," in Beijing, Thailand, on August 22, 2010, Sakdatorn, the presenter of Academy Fantasia Season 4, and five other winners of Academy Fantasia from five previous seasons, was honored. It had been the first ever concert in Thailand that was later converted to a 3D film.

Sakdatorn's second single "The Winners Project" album's second single "Silent Minute" or "Silent Minute" came out in late September 2010.

"Confession of the Winners," was held in late October 2010 at "KRUNGSRI The First 3D Concert : Victory of the Winners" debut.

In "KRUNGSRI Presents Mr. Nat & Ms. Zani" concert at M Theatre on November 20, 2010, Sakdatorn and Zani, the winner of Academy Fantasia season 6, performed in "KRUNGSRI Presents Mr. Nat & Ms. Zani" at M Theatre. The 800-seat concert was absolutely packed with Bank of Ayudhya, or Krungsri, and Central Credit Card customers.

Sakdatorn appeared in "Once in a Lifetime concert produced by Phusit Laithong, Restage" at the Thailand Cultural Center on December 26, 2010.

With his second solo album set to debut in August 2011, Nat Sakdatorn kept focusing on his singing career. In addition, the album was also released this year, which included concerts and musical performances.

Since the book was awarded a prize from the Education Ministry on Fiction Book for Children Aged between 12 to 18, 2011, it was scheduled to be re-printed.

In Concert Cover Night Plus: More than Love by Greenwave, Sakdatorn and Sony Music's singer Dan Worrawech performed on January 23, 2011.

Sakdatorn and his AF performed in "KRUNGSRI AF Comedian Show Must Go On" at Thunder Dome on March 11, 2011.

Sakdatorn's first single, "Dubfai duaynammun," was released on April 19, 2011.

Sakdatorn appeared on "Get The Concert: MY ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK" by Get 102.5 at SF World Cinema, where he performed two solo and one duet songs with his fellow AF friend Patcha Anekayuwat.

Dunkin' Donuts Thailand has named Sakdatorn and his two associates, Vontongchai Intrawat from AF4 and Saharat Naruet Naruekupcharchai from AF5, to be the event's "DD 2" in May. The campaign was not expected to last year.

Sakdatorn and his AF4 colleagues held a concert "KRUNGSRI AF4 Re-stage Concert" at Thai-Japanese Stadium on July 10, 2011.

Sakdatorn's second single "" from his debut album "361° NAT SAKDATORN" on August 9, 2011.

Sakdatorn received "Popular Male Artist" from Channel V Thailand's 2011 Music Video Awards on September 3, 2011.

Sakdatorn appeared in "Nick Piazza" in Thailand, which was based on the famous New York Broadway musical play "Nick Piazza" from the popular Broadway musical performance.

Intensive Watch, an independent company that monitors every second of music & ads on radio stations, TV, and cable television, Sakdatorn's second single "361° NAT SAKDATORN" from the album "361° NAT SAKDATORN" was named on November 7, 2011.

Sakdatorn made a major change in his career path when he decided not to renew his True Fantasia (contract ended on September 15) and signed a new deal with Musiccream, one of GMM's oldest brands. The new deal, which began on October 1, 2012, was to last five years.

Sakdatorn appeared on many concerts this year, including Do for Dad (March), etc. [Back to Basics] (July), Overcoat Music Festival 2012 (December), to Silver Lake Jazz Fest 2012 (December).

"One word I've been waiting for" on his first single appearance this year, under the True Fantasia brand.

In March, Sakdatorn was named Male Solo Artist of the Year at Seed 97.5. Seed 97.5 is one of Thailand's most popular radio stations. "Song of the Year Award" was also named for his musician """ from Bang Awards 2012. Bang Channel, a cable television network under GMM Grammy, hosted the Bang Awards.

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