About the artists

Khmer Style: Our Story & Mission

"A symphony of two worlds."

Raised in different worlds, Richard, born in France and shaped by Western culture, and Thany, born and living in Cambodia, bring together their unique backgrounds. Their music is modern pop shaped by Khmer heritage, bridging cultures with honesty and innovation.

In 2024, they founded Khmer Style – not just a music project, but a cultural movement redefining Cambodian pop for the next generation.

About Richard Vy – Cambodian-French Pop Artist & Producer

Richard Vy is a Cambodian-French music producer and songwriter redefining modern pop with Khmer identity. As the founder of Khmer Style, his mission is to amplify Khmer voices globally through authentic storytelling and innovative production. His style combines minimalist pop arrangements with profound emotional narratives, representing voices often left in silence.

His works are registered with SACEM and protected under blockchain via Musicstart, ensuring their originality and authorship.

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A Khmer Awakening for the Next Generation

Everything changed when VannDa took the stage at the Paris Olympics. Seeing a Khmer artist perform on a global platform ignited a realization: Khmer music must evolve and be heard worldwide.

This mission is deeply personal. The music is not just for today – it’s for the next generation, for my child, who will grow up in a world where Khmer voices are no longer in the shadows.

Khmer Style is a movement to push Khmer music forward – to redefine our cultural sound for the future.

Meet Richard & Thany Vy – Khmer Style Creators


Richard Vy

Lead Producer & Songwriter

  • Style: Bold fusion of electro-pop with Khmer inspiration
  • Signature: "AI is a brush, not the artist. I use it to amplify human emotion, never to replace it."
  • Favorite Tools: Bandlab, Suno AI, Open AI.
Thany Vy - Cultural Curator & Translator

Thany Vy

Cultural Curator & Translator

  • Style: Khmer-English fusion—melding cultural depth with universal messages.
  • Signature: "Our lyrics are seeds—they will sprout in the hearts of those who listen."

Why English-Khmer?

Khmer Style bridges cultures through a bilingual approach, positioning Richard Vy’s modern Khmer pop on the global stage while deeply honoring Cambodian heritage. This fusion enhances storytelling, builds cultural bridges, and represents our authentic identity.

Symbolic Discography

  • Echoes of Our Journey – A tribute to love and new beginnings.
  • Echoes of Tomorrow – A journey toward hope.
  • Echoes of Sorrow (2025) – A haunting reflection on silence, trauma, and survival.
    Released in remembrance of the 50th anniversary of the Khmer Rouge's arrival in Phnom Penh (1975–2025), this album honors lost voices and enduring strength.

What Makes Us Unique?

  • 100% Independent: No label – just our community.
  • Ethical AI Use: Every AI tool is credited transparently.

Join the Journey

🎶 Listen to our latest album: Echoes of Tomorrow – Deluxe Album

📽️ Go behind the scenes and explore our creative process. Follow us on @khmerstylemusic.