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Intimate Live Music Spaces

For decades, Taiwan has been a cradle of Mandarin pop music, and Taipei has been its beating
heart. Across the city, musicians and singers have launched their careers in live houses—whether in
basement clubs, riverside venues, bars, or restaurants. These intimate stages have nurtured some of
the region’s most iconic talents. For music lovers visiting Taipei, these venues are essential stops—
where past legends began and future stars are born.

The Wall

Once the largest live house in Taipei, The Wall has
been a driving force in Taiwan’s band scene for over
20 years and a key promoter of music festivals.
Tucked away in the basement of the Gongguan
Shopping district, it pulses with the raw energy of
Asia’s most influential indie bands and remains a
pilgrimage site for true fans.

PIPE Live Music

Also located in Gongguan, PIPE occupies a
repurposed century-old pumping station beneath an
overpass by the riverside. With its relaxed, college-
town vibe, this venue hosts intimate performances
by underground artists and up-and-coming bands,
making it a hub of fresh musical expression.