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Sense & Sound: Five Ways into Taiwanese Pop MusicThe lights flare on. A guitar riff slices through the air. A musician takes their first step, and in that instant, emotion floods the room. Moments like this reveal that the power of live music lies not just in its sonic impact, but in its ability to be felt and shared as a real experience. Live houses pulse with the musical heartbeat of the city. Music festivals bring together voices across regions and generations in powerful resonance. Music Expos open up industry dialogue and global exchange through performance. Each format goes beyond the act of performing; it becomes a vital force in the growth of Taiwanese pop music scene. This chapter centers on the many dimensions of live sound, from stages and venues to industry platforms, revealing how music takes place and expands, and continues to shape and extend its influence, driving pop music into its next chapter.