Taiwan Grooves

Today's episode will continue our interview with two members of deinovore, Nate and Han. We'll start by discussing how they got into playing instruments and what inspired them to get back into music. They will talk about their previous projects, how they met, and share their insights on the metal scene in Taiwan. We'll also get a preview of their upcoming album and hear some advice for aspiring musicians.

Sludgy bass-driven vore-rock outfit featuring two bass players and a drummer. Slow crushing riffs and anguished beats evoke the struggle of being swallowed alive by a dinosaur or hippo, with the inevitable suffocation expressed in Cantonese and English lyrics.

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Hello, and join us today for an episode focused on sludge and stoner metal! I will be joined by Han and Nate from the band deinovore. We will discuss their intriguing band name and the themes they typically explore in their music. Later, we will discover some of their influences, and we'll wrap up by talking about what initially inspired them to pursue music.

Sludgy bass-driven vore-rock outfit featuring two bass players and a drummer. Slow crushing riffs and anguished beats evoke the struggle of being swallowed alive by a dinosaur or hippo, with the inevitable suffocation expressed in Cantonese and English lyrics.

To know more about the band, please visit:

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Hello and welcome back to the interview with the members of Moon'Dshake! Kuo-yen, John, and Lynn return to the studio after two years with a new album titled *Paradise Tea*! In today's episode, we will continue our conversation and discuss the origin and meaning behind some of their tracks, as well as the band's plans for 2026.

"Even in the dark, the half-lit moon (D) is a gentle guide. In the smallest spaces, we find a way to shake."

MoonD’shake [moon・dI・shake] is an indie-pop band from Taipei featuring Kuo-yen Huang, Lynn Hsu, and John Huang.

Since their 2020 debut EP Morning Body, they’ve crafted a dreamy yet bold sound with smooth vocals and retro-inspired, experimental production. Their 2023 album EGG SALA deepened this blend of nostalgia and innovation. In October 2025, they released their second album, Paradise Tea, continuing to explore rich, contrasting soundscapes.

To know more about the band and their music, please visit:

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Official website

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Greetings! Join us for an insightful conversation with the three band members of MoonD'shake! The band is back in the studio after two years with a new album for their listeners, titled *Paradise Tea*! In the first part of this two-episode interview, we will explore the inspiration behind the album and what made it possible. They will also share their experiences of recording at home versus in the studio, and discuss how they decided to experiment with new sounds and effects beyond traditional genres. So, we invite you to enjoy a fresh dose of multi-genre music!

"Even in the dark, the half-lit moon (D) is a gentle guide. In the smallest spaces, we find a way to shake."

MoonD’shake [moon・dI・shake] is an indie-pop band from Taipei featuring Kuo-yen Huang, Lynn Hsu, and John Huang.

Since their 2020 debut EP Morning Body, they’ve crafted a dreamy yet bold sound with smooth vocals and retro-inspired, experimental production. Their 2023 album EGG SALA deepened this blend of nostalgia and innovation. In October 2025, they released their second album, Paradise Tea, continuing to explore rich, contrasting soundscapes.

To know more about the band and their music, please visit:

IG

Official website

YouTube

Spotify

Join us for the second part of the interview featuring Saydie, a metal band from the Philippines. They revisited Taiwan for a festival and a show, as part of their Asian tour. Today, the four members will let us in on their tricks and quirks they follow before live performances, themes and distinctions in the upcoming album, and a breakdown of some of their songs.

SAYDIE is a female-fronted metal band from the Philippines known for their intense live performances and hard-hitting sound that fuses metalcore, nu-metal, and industrial influences. Formed in 2003, the band has become one of the pillars of the Filipino metal scene — recognized for their fierce energy, dark aesthetic, and emotionally charged music that continues to push the boundaries of modern metal.

If you want to learn more about the band and their music, please visit:

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Hello and welcome to today's episode featuring Saydie, a metal band from the Philippines. In the studio, we have all four members, fresh off the plane from their Asia tour, ready for an interview and two performances in Taiwan. This is not their first time in Taiwan, and hopefully, it won't be their last!

In the first part of this two-part interview, we will learn about their beginnings and origins, as well as the changes in their lineup over the years. They will also share what they have been up to recently and their experiences playing in Taiwan. At the end of the interview, they will reminisce about some of their most memorable performances and give us a preview of their upcoming album.

SAYDIE is a female-fronted metal band from the Philippines known for their intense live performances and hard-hitting sound that fuses metalcore, nu-metal, and industrial influences. Formed in 2003, the band has become one of the pillars of the Filipino metal scene — recognized for their fierce energy, dark aesthetic, and emotionally charged music that continues to push the boundaries of modern metal.

If you want to learn more about the band and their music, please visit:

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In this week's episode, we continue our discussion with R&B and Neo-Soul singer LINION from Taiwan. Last week, we explored his previous work and background. Today, we will focus on the ideas and concepts behind his latest album, examining how it differs from his earlier work. Additionally, we'll dive deeper into some of his songs.

LINION is a soulful singer and songsmith from Taiwan, with a core focus on Neo-Soul and R&B. With the electric bass as his main instrument of study, LINION graduated from the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles in 2016. He released his debut album Me In Dat Blue in 2018. The album garnered attention and was nominated for the "Best R&B Album" award at Taiwan’s 2019 Golden Indie Music Awards, the Grammy-equivalent for indie music in the Greater China Region.

A noteworthy highlight of LINION’s previous works is his 2018 earworm single “Room 335”, where Tang Poetry, ancient Chinese poems, was incorporated into the song. The single’s intimate emotion not only captures but also unveils Eastern spiritual philosophy, a topic of passionate interest for LINION. With a carefree disposition and always on the lookout for creative and exciting chemistry, LINION recently released his sophomore album Leisurely in 2020, which explores the social anxieties and spiritual cure for modern-day city life.

To know more about LINION and his music, please visit:

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Join today's episode, I am joined by R&B singer and bass player - LINION! Together, we will discuss his humble KTV beginnings, his main instrument, musical influences, and some of the unusual methods of his previous teachers.

LINION is a soulful singer and songsmith from Taiwan, with a core focus on Neo-Soul and R&B. With the electric bass as his main instrument of study, LINION graduated from the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles in 2016. He released his debut album Me In Dat Blue in 2018. The album garnered attention and was nominated for the "Best R&B Album" award at Taiwan’s 2019 Golden Indie Music Awards, the Grammy-equivalent for indie music in the Greater China Region.

A noteworthy highlight of LINION’s previous works is his 2018 earworm single “Room 335”, where Tang Poetry, ancient Chinese poems, was incorporated into the song. The single’s intimate emotion not only captures but also unveils Eastern spiritual philosophy, a topic of passionate interest for LINION. With a carefree disposition and always on the lookout for creative and exciting chemistry, LINION recently released his sophomore album Leisurely in 2020, which explores the social anxieties and spiritual cure for modern-day city life.

To know more about LINION and his music, please visit:

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Thank you for tuning in to part II of our interview with Yufu, who recently released his soul album, *Heal Me Good*. In today’s episode, we discuss the soul music community in Taiwan and Japan, explore a meaningful trip that changed his musical career path, and Yufu will break down some of his tracks for us.

Yufu is an emerging Soul and Funk musician who finds his muse in the classic 70s sound. Residing in both Taiwan and Japan, he stands out as one of the rare Asian soul musicians who craft original tracks while honoring the legendary figures of the soul genre. In a world increasingly dominated by digital and artificial influences, Yufu is dedicated to producing a warm sound that evokes the essence and atmosphere of the sensual soul music of the golden era.

Raised on Motown and psychedelic melodies, he developed a deep affinity and unexplainable love for soul, funk, and R&B music, particularly from icons like Curtis Mayfield, Willie Hutch, George Jackson, and Eddie Kendricks, to name a few.

"He has been obsessed with vintage gear, 1970s consoles, effect pedals, the fashion, the culture, and everything that comes with it all his life. Finally, with the music-making part, he felt complete and elated. He says he does feel lonesome in Taiwan as the only vintage-soul music endorser/ composer. Luckily, with the Internet, he got to meet soul music lovers, [his] soul-mates” around the globe and found amazing communities like the northern soul scene in Europe and also some fellow modern soul revivalists."

Listen to his recent album, Heal Me Good:

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Join us for today's episode, where I will be interviewing Yufu, a Taiwanese soul musician who previously appeared on my show a while back. He is returning to discuss his new album titled "Heal Me Good." We'll talk about what Yufu has been up to lately, some of his performances this year, and the main ideas behind the album and its creation.

Yufu is an emerging Soul and Funk musician who finds his muse in the classic 70s sound. Residing in both Taiwan and Japan, he stands out as one of the rare Asian soul musicians who craft original tracks while honoring the legendary figures of the soul genre. In a world increasingly dominated by digital and artificial influences, Yufu is dedicated to producing a warm sound that evokes the essence and atmosphere of the sensual soul music of the golden era.

Raised on Motown and psychedelic melodies, he developed a deep affinity and unexplainable love for soul, funk, and R&B music, particularly from icons like Curtis Mayfield, Willie Hutch, George Jackson, and Eddie Kendricks, to name a few.

"He has been obsessed with vintage gear, 1970s consoles, effect pedals, the fashion, the culture, and everything that comes with it all his life. Finally, with the music-making part, he felt complete and elated. He says he does feel lonesome in Taiwan as the only vintage-soul music endorser/ composer. Luckily, with the Internet, he got to meet soul music lovers, [his] soul-mates” around the globe and found amazing communities like the northern soul scene in Europe and also some fellow modern soul revivalists."

Listen to his recent album, Heal Me Good:

Spotify

YouTube

Apple Music