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The LiFTED 5: Pushing boundaries with Luna is a Bep & E1and
Hong Kong & Taiwan come together for a genre-bending, border-breaking live show at Echo of…
This Friday, NIL and Offgrid are putting on their debut event, Echo of…, with strong Asian femme Rap vibes from Hong Kong’s Luna is a Bep and Taiwan’s E1and. The artists from both sides of the Strait are known for bending genres and pushing boundaries.
Luna is a Bep, who will be performing with a band, is one of the most fearless and original voices in Hong Kong’s underground scene. She’s sharp, funny, and not afraid of sonic experimentation. E1and did well on Taiwan’s The Rapper 2, and it will be her first time performing in Hong Kong. She’s Hip Hop, but she also flirts with psychedelic electronica as well.
With Cheri on the bill as well, Echo of… promises to be a celebration of all things female by the most distinctive voices in Indie Hip Hop in the Mandarin and Cantonese world. LiFTED caught up with E1and and Luna is a Bep in preparation for Echo of…
Hey! You are both known for being non-traditional rappers and singers. What is one word you would use to describe yourself?
E1and: Alien. 👽
Luna: Free-spirited. Over the years, my creative direction has shifted a lot, partly due to my changes in personality, life experiences, and even taste. I’d say I’m hard to define. I just go with the flow.
Hip Hop incorporates so many beats, rhythms, sounds, and styles. What is one example of a global Hip Hop track that you love? Why?
E1and: The first Hip Hop I ever heard was actually from BigBang. I really liked ‘Bad Boy.’ That was my first time being exposed to something beyond Mandarin Pop, and it opened my ears to a whole new world of sound.
Luna: I’d say Luv(sic) pt2 by Nujabes. It’s honest and unpretentious—just pure joy and love for music. The sample selection is beautiful and deeply moving. I could listen to it 100 times and never get tired of it.
You two are from Taiwan and Hong Kong respectively. What’s the best thing about your local scene?
E1and: I think Taiwan’s music scene is really diverse. As long as you have your own unique vibe, people will take the time to really listen to your work.
Luna: My experience with the local scene might be a little more Old School, but back then, there was this genuine sense of support. Even if the shows were held in industrial buildings and the performers were still quite green, people still supported them. That kind of community felt rare in a city like Hong Kong, where criticism can be so loud.
Who is your favorite Asian rapper right now?
E1and: I really like Masiwei.
Luna: I’ve been listening to Hsien Ching [陳嫺靜]’s new album recently. Her songwriting is amazing—smooth, effortless, and full of life.
Tell us a little about your show on July 25. What can the fans expect from your set?
E1and: This will be the longest set I’ve ever done. I’ll be performing some surprise tracks I’ve never done live before, along with songs from both the past and present. Really looking forward to seeing everyone!
Luna: I’ll be performing with my band, and we’ll continue to present our music in the most honest and genuine way.
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