"2026 New Taipei Street School" Hip-Hop Concert, Graffiti, and Rap Battles Light Up Fuzhong!

The "2026 New Taipei Street School" held its "Street Party" on August 8 and 9, uniting rap battles, graffiti competitions, DJ turntablism, and a hip-hop concert into a vibrant urban celebration blending music, art, and immersive experiences. Today (9th), the hip-hop concert featured seven prominent hip-hop artists—including GorDoN, BG8LOCC, Multiverse Music, Forty, Bijie, Quanzo, and O.Dkizzya—drawing massive crowds of music fans who enthusiastically participated and embraced the freedom and vitality of street culture.

The hip-hop concert, held at Fuzhong Rear Station Plaza, showcased seven acclaimed music acts. The lineup included heavyweight rappers GorDoN and BG8LOCC, rising Taiwanese hip-hop talents Multiverse Music, Forty, and Bijie—known for their standout performances on the reality show "The Rappers"—alongside next-generation rappers Quanzo and O.Dkizzya. Special guest performers included past winners of the "MADSTREET Frenzy" rap battle, 8TM and Lil Karbi aka Xiao Kabi (Hsu Chen-yu), delivering five hours of non-stop rhythm and lyrical intensity, transforming Fuzhong into the epicenter of street sound.

Zhang Qi-Yu, Director of the New Taipei City Cultural Affairs Bureau, stated: "New Taipei has long promoted multiculturalism, and street culture is the most authentic symbol of youth and urban vitality. It empowers young generations to express themselves and shape the city’s unique identity. Through the 'New Taipei Street School' brand, the city integrates street dance, rap, and graffiti competitions with exhibitions, performances, workshops, and creative exchanges, building a comprehensive platform for street culture development. We encourage more youth to boldly express themselves, turning the streets into dynamic spaces for cross-disciplinary exchange and sharing."

The "MADSTREET Frenzy" rap battle kicked off energetically yesterday (8th), setting a new record for registration numbers. Competing in dual tracks—Campus Division and Open Division—the event culminated in a finale performance by Golden Melody Award-winning artist Lü Shih-Hsuan, electrifying the audience. After intense rounds, MEZZO won the Open Division, while ØNE J claimed victory in the Campus Division.

Concurrently, the "Ink Pathwalkers" International Graffiti Competition, themed "Music," showcased boundary-pushing graffiti art. Eight graffiti artists from Taiwan and abroad engaged in a 48-hour live creation battle. Artist Song Jun (頌君Song) emerged as both champion and audience favorite. His vibrant works will be relocated and exhibited at Taishan Yiren Park.

The "2026 New Taipei Street School" integrates exhibitions, street culture workshops, and party events, running until August 30 at Fuzhong 15. Weekend workshops in street dance, rap, DJing, and graffiti are led by professional instructors, making street culture accessible to all ages. Upcoming sessions include the "Graffiti Bubble Letter Creation & Advanced Font Practice" workshop on August 22 (for ages 15+), and the "DJ Disc-to-Disc Vinyl Experience Class" on August 29 (for ages 7+). Registration opens two weeks prior to each session and closes when full. For details, visit the New Taipei Street School Accupass page: https://reurl.cc/xexrq1.

The New Taipei City Cultural Affairs Bureau emphasized that street culture is more than a trend—it's a cultural force woven from creativity, freedom, and urban life. This year’s "New Taipei Street School" blends exhibitions, courses, and parties, allowing the public to experience street art through sight, sound, and hands-on creation. The exhibition runs until August 30—visit Fuzhong 15 to feel the creative energy of street culture taking root and growing in the city. For more information, follow New Taipei Street School on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sos.ntpc.

The "Ink Pathwalkers" International Graffiti Competition saw eight local and international artists compete in a 48-hour live creation battle, with Song Jun (頌君Song) crowned champion. (Photo: New Taipei City Cultural Affairs Bureau)