Jesse: 很多人說「music makes people come together」，但聽音樂經常是漫長且很個人的過程， 你聽音樂的歷程與感覺又是如何呢?
Andy: 對我來說，音樂在每個人生階段中都扮演重要角色。求學時期，我長時間在美術班學畫，音樂成了面對枯燥練習的靈感來源與陪伴。後來踏入DJ 以及音樂工作，開始透過音樂探索自我，找到屬於自己的聲音。我不是一個善於跟人群溝通跟表達的人，但透過音樂，我找到表達自己的方式， 更是我與這個世界溝通的橋樑。
J: 有沒有喜歡、印象深刻、獨特的唱片行體驗?
A: 深刻的唱片行體驗應該是從第一次到柏林真正接觸到當地夜店地下文化的衝擊影響，我開始好奇對於這樣文化背後的脈絡以及根源有著很深的好奇，而最讓我印象深刻的是第一次到了為在柏林 Hard Wax唱片行，試圖尋找著在當地夜店會出現的聲音，而當時的我來說，只能一張一張慢慢的聽，也很難想像這些單曲又是如何創造我所見到的clubnight場景，而當時每週在Hard Wax 遇到DJ Pete在幫我結帳時，都非常友善的跟我介紹音樂，然而每隔幾週，卻也在當地夜店看到他用使用黑膠來放歌，這樣帶給我很大的啟發，讓我知道原來對於自身體驗過美好的音樂場景、不只是club以及DJ的演出，而唱片行的源頭也都是整個文化的一部分，從那段時間每週報到不同唱片行也開啟了我對放歌的熱誠。
J: 如何成為 DJ? 多年之後，現在的你又如何看待DJ?
A: 成為 DJ 的這些年，我接觸了不同的演出場景和群眾，也體會到 DJ 有多種方式去呈現和表達音樂。如今的我不再侷限於特定形式，而是將 DJ 看作一種藝術。DJ 是透過音樂傳遞自我、連結世界的一座橋樑，能展現出音樂的多元面向。
J: 黑膠對你來說，特別在哪?
A:在數位資訊爆炸的時代，音樂變得容易取得，但過程中的「實體感受」卻難以被取代。挖掘唱片、 選片的過程非常獨特，當你買下一張唱片帶回家，像是在收藏一件藝術作品。用黑膠唱盤播放音樂時，那種聲音質感與觸感，和數位音樂截然不同，這正是黑膠的魅力所在。
J: 對於臺北喜歡或有興趣的電子樂迷而言，臺北擁有什麼?又缺少了什麼?
A: 臺北其實已經擁有不少優秀的地下文化據點，近年來 club 和電子音樂活動也越來越多，讓對這種音樂有興趣的人能找到啟發。但我認為，臺北在實體音樂聚集地方面還有進步空間，尤其是以電子音樂為核心的唱片行相對稀少。如果有更多這樣的地方，熱愛電子音樂的群眾將多一個選擇，也能藉此拓展更多實體的文化交流。
Jesse: Many people say, "Music makes people come together," but listening to music often feels like a long and deeply personal journey. How would you describe your own experience with music—its process and emotions?
Andy: Music has played a vital role in every stage of my life. During my school years, while spending countless hours in art class, music became both a source of inspiration and a comforting companion during tedious practice. As I transitioned into DJing and music work, I began to explore my identity through music, discovering my unique sound. Though I’ve never been particularly expressive in words, music became my voice—a bridge connecting me to the world.
J: Do you have any memorable or unique experiences at record stores?
A: One unforgettable experience was my first deep dive into Berlin's underground club culture. That exposure sparked a deep curiosity about the roots and context of the culture. Visiting Hard Wax, one of Berlin's iconic record stores, was transformative. Without much knowledge, I sifted through records one by one, trying to understand the sounds shaping the club nights I experienced. Meeting DJ Pete, who worked at Hard Wax and later seeing him perform with vinyl at local clubs, profoundly inspired me. It revealed that record stores aren't just retail spaces—they’re integral to the cultural ecosystem. Weekly trips to different stores during that period also ignited my passion for DJing.
J: How did you start your journey as a DJ? After all these years, how do you view the role of a DJ now?
A: Over the years, performing in various settings and connecting with diverse audiences, I’ve come to understand that DJing can take many forms. Today, I see DJing as an art form—a medium to share one’s identity and connect with the world through sound. It’s not limited to technical skill but offers a canvas to explore the vast possibilities of music.
J: What makes vinyl records special to you?
A: In an age where digital music is so easily accessible, the tangible process of engaging with vinyl stands out. Digging through records and selecting them feels uniquely personal, like curating a collection of art. Playing music on vinyl offers a tactile and auditory richness that digital formats often can’t replicate. That’s where its true magic lies.
J: For electronic music lovers in Taipei, what do you feel the city offers? And what do you think it might still be missing?
A: Taipei has developed a vibrant underground culture, with clubs and electronic music events becoming increasingly accessible and inspiring for enthusiasts. However, the city still lacks physical hubs like record stores dedicated to electronic music. More of these spaces could foster a stronger community and create opportunities for cultural exchange through tangible, face-to-face interactions
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