This Rock Guitarist Took Taiwan’s Music Scene by Storm - Cultural Crossings Ep9

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Mike McLaughlin is a guitarist from the U.S. who arrived in Taiwan in the early ‘00s and went on to perform alongside some of the country’s most iconic music stars. Helen meets this music maverick to learn all about his incredible journey in this episode of “Cultural Crossings.” This time, Helen is jamming with guitar legend Mike McLaughlin. A talented guitarist from the U.S., Mike has played with legends like Peter Criss from the band Kiss and collaborated with numerous Taiwanese music icons such as A-mei. Meeting in a music studio, the pair chat about how Mike came to Taiwan, the people he’s worked with and why he decided to stay. Along the way, Helen dives into Taiwan’s vibrant live house scene, uncovering the history of live music in Taiwan and its role as a hub for international collaboration. To cap off the episode, Helen and Mike team up for a special jam session in one of Taipei’s iconic live houses. Relive the nostalgia and rock out to some classic tunes in this episode of “Cultural Crossings.” “Cultural Crossings” celebrates the diverse lives and experiences in Taiwan. Hosts Lirn-jia, Helen, and Morris introduce viewers to individuals from all walks of life who have moved to Taiwan and built meaningful lives here. From artists and musicians to translators and baristas, this series offers a glimpse into the inspiring journeys of people who proudly call Taiwan home.

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Cultural Crossings is a meeting of minds and lives in Taiwan. Hosts Lirn-jia, Helen, and Morris introduce a wide array of people who have moved to Taiwan and built lives here. Take a glimpse into the lives of these unique individuals who proudly call Taiwan home.