New music from Ginko Bugs

Originally starting in Brottby, Sweden, Ginko Bugs is a five-piece international band founded by Bo Biloba. The group came together when Bo transformed his solo ambitions into a full-band project in 2018 and now features the talents of Sargent Peter on drums, Private Tom on lead guitar, Private Key Winder on keyboards and Private Barnabass on bass.

Ginko Bugs is a collective that filters classic rock inspirations through a modern sonic lens. Influenced by legendary artists such as The Beatles, David Bowie and Pink Floyd, they create a sound that calls back to rock’s golden era, all while exploring modern themes with a powerful, melodic aesthetic.

First unveiling the project in 2019 with the debut single “Mr Bee,” they followed up with multiple singles in the build up to their debut eponymous record the next year. Since then, they’ve continued to impress with a string of singles over the last few years and now bring us their latest release with their new song titled “Close In October.”

Recorded in Sopron in Hungary, this latest track offers the perfect showcase of Ginko Bugs’ creative evolution. The song frames themes of lost connections and the lingering hope for rekindling past relationships, all the while touching on the uncertainty of the future. With its reflective lyrics and infectious melodic writing, “Close In October” is both heartfelt and uplifting, exploring the desire to reconnect amidst life’s constant changes.

In true Ginko Bugs style, the track creates a balance between the band’s classic rock influences and a cutting edge sound for today’s audience. Brought in by the warm twang of acoustic guitar chords, Bo Biloba’s wistful vocals enter as the full arrangement of jangly guitar tones, airy keys, steady drum patters and soft bass lines swells around his voice.

Channelling the classic songwriting of yesteryear and wrapped in a charming blend of elegant instrumentation, the poignant lyricism is carried by blissful melodic leads to craft a dazzling sound that’s at once meaningful and memorable. With the perfect display of the more tender side of their shared sonic vision, with “Close In October,” Ginko Bugs offers a stunning sound that’s enduring and enjoyable in equal measure.

Listen to Close In October below