The Wall Punkplex
Tucked behind an overpass right off Taipei's Roosevelt Road is an entertainment complex we like to call the punk rock hamster habitat. The Wall is situated underground (though you'll see a sign at street level outside) and is comprised of three miniature streets (called "This Street," "That Street," and "The Other Street") lined with a tattoo parlor, cafe, a sitting area, two record stores selling imported and local music, and a few other tiny shops. At the end of the trail is the complex's namesake, a venue/bar that is ... okay ... slightly awkward, but endearing nonetheless. The vibe is vaguely retro, the bands mostly modern indie (look for the signed Mogwai poster by the bar), and the crowd is local and hip. And the rock shows start way later than advertised, just like here in New York! But for around NT $300 (USD $9), a ticket buys you a concert and a drink to kick off your night, a deal which makes this gem of Taipei's burgeoning original rock scene a must to check out.
The Wall [Official site, in Chinese]
Previously: Go Grab Your Balls and Kill Yourself, Blinky Don’t Surf, Dawn Patrol in Taipei, That Funky Monkey, Living Large at the Living Mall
