Blog posts from the team at International Community Radio Taipei, Taiwan's only English radio station.
Arts & Culture
Mayday Plays Chicago

Mayday Plays Chicago

Taiwan rock band Mayday played mind games with fans at their Chicago concert last night.Continue reading
TWICE Headed for Japan's Red White Song Festival

TWICE Headed for Japan’s Red White Song Festival

Taiwan Kpop star Chou Tzuyu is set to become the fourth Taiwanese to perform at the Red and White Year End Song Festival in Japan.Continue reading
Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei fans are breathing a huge sigh of relief as the powerhouse singer makes a return to social media after being MIA for 36 hours.Continue reading
Michelin to Publish Guide for Taipei Restaurants

Michelin to Publish Guide for Taipei Restaurants

Foodies in Taiwan should whet their appetites for gastronomical delights, as the famous Michelin Guide is coming to Taipei! The company announced that its set to publish its reference guide for Taipei restaurants early next year. The Michelin Red Guide, which rates eateries for excellence, is considered one of the most prestigious ranking systems for...Continue reading
Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Korean singer actor Rain arrived in Taiwan earlier today in his first public appearance since becoming a father last month. The multi-talented star arrived at Taoyuan International Airport early this morning to a crowd of screaming fans, and boarded a bus with his co-stars to head to Yehliu in Northern Taiwan. The group is expected...Continue reading
Mishap-prone Ed Sheeran to Postpone Taipei Concert

Mishap-prone Ed Sheeran to Postpone Taipei Concert

British singer Ed Sheeran has postponed his Taipei concert, after a “bicycle accident” left him unable to play.Continue reading
Jessica Chastain to Present Award at Golden Horse Ceremony

Jessica Chastain to Present Award at Golden Horse Ceremony

Oscar-nominated American actress and film producer Jessica Chastain will be one of the presenters at the 54th Golden Horse Awards Ceremony in Taipei next month.Continue reading
Tom Cruise Works the Red Carpet in Taipei

Tom Cruise Works the Red Carpet in Taipei

Hollywood star Tom Cruise worked the red carpet and charmed screaming fans in Taipei last night, for the Taiwan premier of his latest film “The Mummy”. The 54-year-old actor brought his signature megawatt smile to Miramar Cinemas in Dazhi District, and spent over 2 hours signing autographs and posing for the press and public. Cruise...Continue reading
Mayday Leads Golden Melody Nominees

Mayday Leads Golden Melody Nominees

Mayday’s album “History of Tomorrow” is leading this year’s nominees for Golden Melody Awards — with eight nominations, including Best Mandarin Album. Mayday was also nominated in the categories of Best Album of the Year, Best Song of the Year, Best Band, Best Composer, Best Lyricist, Best Album Production, and Best Music Video. “History of...Continue reading
Ed Sheeran's Asia Tour to Start in Taipei

Ed Sheeran’s Asia Tour to Start in Taipei

Fans of “Red-haired Ed” will get a chance to see the British pop star live in just a few months. According to Ed Sheeran’s official webpage, the singer added 9 more cities to his Asia tour this year, and first on the list, is Taipei for October 22nd. The 26-year-old Grammy-winner will now visit a...Continue reading
South Korean Actor Gong Yoo in Taiwan

South Korean Actor Gong Yoo in Taiwan

South Korean actor Gong Yoo arrived in Taiwan Thursday on his first visit to the island. He was mobbed by fans on arriving at Taoyuan International Airport. Gong is expected to hold a news conference today and meet with fans at Xinzhuang Gymnasium in New Taipei on Saturday. The 5,500 tickets for Saturday’s event sold...Continue reading
"The Teenage Psychic" Takes Asia

“The Teenage Psychic” Takes Asia

An aspect of Taiwan culture is being seen like never before, as “The Teenage Psychic” debuts to acclaim in Asia. The six-episode original series directed by Taiwan’s Chen Hoyu (陳和榆), explores the life of a 16-year-old girl with psychic abilities, making her way through school life while also working in a Taiwan temple. The show,...Continue reading