88Balaz has been a darling of the audiences and has sparked interest in locals and crowds since its formation in 1996. Wielding a battered acoustic and usually accompanied with a can of beer, 88Balaz is an intriguing site. 88 Balaz become a bluesy garage band with local Taiwan intensity. The band is credited as the winner of both the biggest rock-band competitions in Taiwan, the Ho-Hai-Yan Indie Music Awards and Golden Indie Awards. Their dream is to fill the Rock ’n Roll in every fan’s world.