Taiwanese Bands Film "KTV Style" Music Videos in Helsinki

Taiwanese musical acts Meigo Group and Lily of the Valley have brought a unique brand of Taiwanese culture to Finland, filming a series of short music videos in Helsinki. The project, a collaboration with food YouTuber Shen, aims to create a "Taiwanese KTV backing track" aesthetic against the backdrop of Nordic scenery.

As part of the "Taiwan Culture in Europe 2026" initiative organized by the General Association of Chinese Culture (GACC), the artists transformed streets around Senate Square into a vibrant, retro KTV experience. This creative endeavor seeks to introduce Finland to Taiwan's diverse and lively culture through music, visuals, and humor, drawing parallels to a popular Taiwanese airline's recent recreation of a classic music video.

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I was so excited when I received the script! I even rushed to get my makeup and hair done the day before departing for Finland, preparing two outfits to ensure I looked my best for my first KTV-style MV.

The first short video features Meigo Group's song "Heartache." Filmed in a market square near the harbor, it stars Meigo's lead singer Gou Bai and Shen, who dons a retro red outfit. They perform a duet in front of Helsinki's Ferris wheel, blending Taiwanese charm with the city's landscape. A humorous "cheating" scene reenactment unfolds outside the Helsinki Cathedral, with Meigo's drummer Zhong Qi and keyboardist Guan You playing out a dramatic scenario. Shen, playing Zhong Qi's girlfriend, playfully suggested they lick the same ice cream together, drawing laughter and attention from passersby.

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I really love it! If my boyfriend in real life fell in love with a man, I would definitely applaud. Participating in the F:F:F Taiwan-Finland Cultural Festival was a very meaningful experience.

The second video showcases Lily of the Valley's song "Fake Happiness." The band and Shen filmed in Sibelius Park, an area featuring a striking organ-like installation of over 600 stainless steel pipes. The music video juxtaposes classic Taiwanese retro aesthetics with the iconic Finnish landmark, creating a distinct visual contrast.

Shen expressed excitement about participating, noting she had to prepare her makeup and outfits meticulously. She praised the experience as meaningful and looked forward to the videos, which are expected to be released between late July and early August, offering a taste of Taiwanese culture to a European audience.

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The drummer Zhong Qi and keyboardist Guan You of Meigo Group looked at each other affectionately while holding hands in front of the famous Helsinki Cathedral, perfectly reenacting a 'caught cheating' scene.