Formed amid the influx of global chaos in early 2020, Laguna Beach-based alt rockers Gingsu have spent the pandemic creating a set of tunes as captivating as they are deceptive. Between guitarist James Packes, drummer Caleb Paust, bassist Michael Aripez, and vocalist Quin Seely, they’ve crafted infectious sing-a-longs atop unconventional grooves, weaving together musical narratives that grow more vibrant and expansive with each listen. There’s enough topline sweetness for even the most casual music fans, and more than enough melodic and rhythmic ear candy for the acutely trained “insert your sub-genre here” elitist.

With the release of their debut album "Rattaca", the group has upped the ante on stylistic diversity. Songs like “Mosquito Breeding Pit” and "River" demonstrate their affinity for punishing grooves, while earlier grungy numbers like “Brittle Bones”, "Martyr", and “Pariah" pull the listener through the mud, relishing in the grime synonymous with those who ruled rock at the turn of the millennium. On the opposite end of the spectrum, intricate rhythms dance with irresistible hooks on songs like “I Just Want You”, "Mommy Issues" and "Pepper Tree Lady”. When it comes to Gingsu’s music, there’s truly a song for everybody.