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Band Timeline

2012

Formation of EggPlantEgg in Taipei

EggPlantEgg was formed in 2012 by five students attending Taipei Municipal Song Shan Senior High School. The founding members began the band during their high school years, and among these original members, Ng Ki-pin, the lead vocalist, is the only one who remains in the band to this day. The group originated in Taipei and embarked on creating a unique indie rock sound that would incorporate Taiwanese Hokkien language and culture, contributing to a fresh renaissance in Hokkien pop music.
2013

Release of EP 'Still Standing'

One year after formation, EggPlantEgg released their first extended play (EP) titled 'Still Standing' in 2013. This release marked their initial foray into the music industry, giving them a platform to showcase their music style that blends indie rock with traditional Hokkien pop influences. The EP helped them gain attention in the local Taiwanese indie music scene, laying the groundwork for their future success and the development of their signature sound.
2017

Debut Album 'Cartoon Character' Released

In July 2017, EggPlantEgg unveiled their debut full-length studio album, 'Cartoon Character.' This album was significant as it expanded their reach beyond the indie music scene and into broader recognition across the Taiwanese and Chinese-speaking audience. The album displayed their creativity and solidified their position as leaders of a movement reviving Hokkien pop music. Featuring standout tracks, the album resonated with youth and music lovers interested in contemporary Taiwanese culture.
2018

Golden Melody Awards Triumph

EggPlantEgg achieved critical acclaim at the 2018 Golden Melody Awards, a prestigious Taiwanese music awards event. They won Best New Artist and Best Taiwanese Album categories, affirming their rising status in the music world. Their songs 'Waves Wandering' and 'Back Here Again' became widely popular, with music videos among the most-viewed in Chinese-speaking platforms such as YouTube. This recognition was pivotal, elevating their career and opening doors for larger audiences and festivals.
2019

Lineup Change with Drummer's Retirement

In April 2019, Jean Lai, the band's drummer, announced his retirement. This change marked a significant moment in the band's lineup, reflecting the evolving nature of the group since its inception. Despite this departure, core members Ng Ki-pin and the two guitarists, A-ren Tsai and A-der Hsieh, remained active and continued to push the band's musical journey forward. Earlier in 2019, the band also released their second studio album 'We're Getting Married Later,' further developing their discography.
2022

Band Hiatus Begins

In September 2022, EggPlantEgg went on an indefinite hiatus. After a decade-long career starting from their formation in 2012, this pause reflected a moment of rest and potential transition for the band members. The hiatus leaves open the possibility for future reunions or new projects from the band members as they take time away from the public eye. Up to this point, EggPlantEgg has left a lasting imprint on Taiwanese indie music and Hokkien pop revival through their innovative sound and cultural relevance.
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Story of EggPlantEgg

EggPlantEgg (English: EggPlantEgg) is a Taiwanese indie rock band formed in Taipei in 2012. The band consists of vocalist and keyboardist Ah-Bin, guitarist Ah-De, and guitarist Ah-Ren. Their musical style encompasses classic rock, blues, and fusion, interwoven with street karaoke and popular music styles. In 2017, they released their first album, "Cartoon Characters". In 2018, they won the Best Hokkien Album Award and Best New Artist Award at the 29th Golden Melody Awards. In 2019, they were nominated for the Song of the Year Award at the 30th Golden Melody Awards with "Drifting". In May 2020, the music video for their single "浪子回頭" (The Prodigal Son Returns) reached 100 million views on their official YouTube channel. In December 2021, the music video for their single "Drifting" reached 100 million views on their official YouTube channel. In 2022, they won the Song of the Year Award at the 33rd Golden Melody Awards with the film theme song "Love Is Greater Than You Think". In September of the same year, they announced a hiatus due to the lead singer's vocal damage.

Like other indie bands in Taiwan that are actively expanding their musical landscape, EggPlantEgg also chose not to join a major record label and instead formed their own company, "EggPlantEgg Co., Ltd.", to handle all of the band's affairs. The company currently employs band members and a manager, and other businesses such as media relations, design, and technical engineering are handled through collaborations.

== Band Name == The band name "EggPlantEgg" comes from the fact that the band members all happen to love eggplants, and eggplants are something that people either love or hate, similar to their music which doesn't satisfy everyone. Lead vocalist Huang Qi-Bin said: "I like to eat eggplant, but you know, eggplant is something that people either love or hate, and that's the same with our music, some people like it, some people hate it, that's normal! So we chose a plant that's a little less mainstream, because eggplant is 'eggplant' in English, so I thought I'd add an 'egg' to make it 'EggPlantEgg', so it's visually symmetrical and has a distinct 'masculine symbol', representing the interesting, masculine image that EggPlantEgg gives to the audience through their music."

== Members == Formed in 2012, the original five members of EggPlantEgg were all graduates of Songshan High School. After member changes, only Huang Qi-Bin remains in the band.

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