Mayday fined for exceeding Taipei Arena concert time, jokes about boss footing the bill

Taiwanese band Mayday faced a NT$50,000 fine for exceeding the time limit during their second "No Wings Man" concert at the Taipei Arena. The band, celebrating their 18th anniversary, performed over 34 songs, extending the show past 11 p.m.

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Today we already used confetti halfway through, which means the budget for two shows at the Taipei Arena is enough!

Despite the penalty, band members took the situation lightly. Lead singer Ashin joked about making their boss pay for the fine, while bassist Batu expressed gratitude for the boss's understanding, noting that he allowed them to sing as much as they wanted. Drummer Ah Dian humorously admitted to being warned for off-color jokes the previous night, promising to be more restrained.

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Money isn't paid by you, our boss pays it.

The concert marked a significant milestone for the band, with members donning high school uniforms to evoke memories of their early days. They recalled their first music festival, Spring Scream in Kenting, where only a few people, including a band member's parents, were in the audience. Now, performing at the Taipei Arena with thousands of fans, they expressed deep appreciation for their journey and the fans' support.

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Exceeding the time limit is okay, sing as much as you want.

To offer a different experience for fans attending both shows, Mayday included songs not performed during the first concert, such as "Hunger Games," "Be Careful," "Mom's Ten Most Frequent Sayings," "None of Your Business," "The Best Ending," and "Player." The band's energetic performance and engaging stage presence, including confetti and dramatic entrances, created a memorable celebration of their 18 years in the music industry.

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This is our 18th birthday party, and also our tenth egg.