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FTISLAND stages surprise free concert in Taipei's Xinyi District

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean band FTISLAND made a surprise free performance in Taipei's Xinyi District, drawing over 1,000 fans.
  • The impromptu concert lasted 40 minutes and featured acoustic versions of their songs.
  • Lead singer Lee Hong-gi interacted warmly with fans, even accepting and tasting a mango gifted by one attendee.

South Korean rock band FTISLAND surprised fans with an impromptu free performance in Taipei's bustling Xinyi District on Thursday afternoon. The unexpected "pop-up" concert, announced just hours earlier via Instagram, drew a crowd of over 1,000 enthusiastic fans eager to catch a glimpse of the popular group.

The band, consisting of Lee Hong-gi, Lee Jae-jin, and Choi Min-hwan, took to a stage near BELLAVITA for a 40-minute acoustic set. They performed several of their hits, including "Primavera," "BURN IT," "THUNDERSTORM," and "Starlight." The atmosphere was electric as fans sang along, creating a powerful collective chorus.

Prince Charming is coming to Xinyi District.

โ€” Instagram announcementThe surprise announcement that generated excitement among fans.

Lead singer Lee Hong-gi engaged actively with the audience throughout the performance. At one point, he was presented with a cut mango by a fan, which he enthusiastically accepted and tasted, expressing his delight. He even playfully reacted with mock jealousy when another fan gifted a large bag of fruit to bandmate Lee Jae-jin.

This surprise street performance is part of FTISLAND's visit to Taiwan, where they are scheduled for ticketed concerts at Legacy TERA on Friday and Saturday. The free event was seen as a special treat for their devoted fanbase, fulfilling a wish for the band to perform on the streets of Taipei. Despite fans' calls for an encore, Lee Hong-gi humorously declined, reminding them of the upcoming concerts.

Tomorrow there is still a concert.

โ€” Lee Hong-giHumorously declining an encore request due to upcoming scheduled concerts.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.