La Chinga

**La Chinga** is a Vancouver-based power trio that’s been cranking out riff-heavy, retro-rock anthems since their formation in 2012. Comprised of Carl Spackler (bass/vocals), Ben Yardley (guitar/vocals), and Jay Solyom (drums), this band channels the raw energy of '70s hard rock and proto-metal with a whiskey-soaked swagger. Their sound is a love letter to the golden age of leather-jacket rock, blending Sabbath-sized grooves, Zeppelin-esque swagger, and a dash of psychedelic flair.

Since dropping their self-titled debut in 2014, La Chinga has kept the amps cranked with albums like *Beyond the Sky* (2016) and the ripping *Primal Forces* (2023), proving they’re masters of high-octane, fist-pumping jams. Tracks like “Ride the Dragon” and “Light It Up” showcase their knack for hooks that stick like glue and solos that’ll melt your face. Whether they’re riffing on cosmic themes or straight-up rock ’n’ roll rebellion, La Chinga delivers a party-starting, no-bullshit vibe that’s pure vintage adrenaline.