La Banda Chuska

La Banda Chuska, born of the experimentalism and chaos of New York City, are a sonic whirlwind that defies conventional genre boundaries with their off-kilter fusion of cumbia and surf rock. Their sound is an inviting mélange in which the infectious rhythms of Peruvian psychedelic cumbia collide with reverb-drenched surf guitars and post-punk energy. With a relentless drive and an irreverent spirit, La Banda Chuska crafts a vibrant sonic landscape that is as exhilarating as it is unpredictable. Their eclectic mix of party-ready beats and performance art charm - including a surreal synth baby that tours with the band - has earned them comparisons to a tropical version of the B-52s. “Chuska” is the Peruvian slang word for “mutt,” which felt like an appropriate name for a band that mixes together musical seeds from many continents to grow their boundary-pushing sonic garden. With their first EP and a number of impressive performances already under their belt, including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Brooklyn Museum, and Bahidora Festival, La Banda Chuska are excited to release their first full length LP in February, 2025. With Felipe Wurst and Sam Day Harmet on guitars, Adele Fournet on organ and vocals, Erica Mancini on accordion and vocals, and Abe Pollack on bass.