Sunset Rollercoaster, the acclaimed 5-piece jazz-influenced synth-pop ensemble hailing from Taipei, Taiwan, has carved a niche for themselves with their infectious melodies and unique blend of genres. Consisting of Kuo-Hung Tseng (vocals, guitar), Hung-Li Chen (bass), Shao-Hsuan Wang (keyboard), Tsun-Lung Lo (drums), and Hao-Ting Huang (saxophone), the band’s origin story is as vibrant as their music.
Named after a serendipitous Photo Booth picture featuring a sunset backdrop against a rollercoaster, Sunset Rollercoaster embodies a sense of whimsy and adventure in their sound. Despite being based in a Mandarin-speaking country, the band predominantly sings in English, allowing for a universal connection and interpretation of their lyrics.
Their musical journey has seen them grace stages worldwide, from the Summer Sonic music festival in Japan to a memorable performance at SummerStage in Central Park, New York City, as part of the Taiwanese Waves music festival. Notably, they made history as the first Taiwanese band to record a live studio session at Audiotree in 2018.
In 2020, Sunset Rollercoaster garnered critical acclaim with their album “Soft Storm,” earning recognition as the 4th best album in Asia by NME. Their versatility shines through in their discography, which includes studio albums like “Bossa Nova” and “Cassa Nova,” as well as EPs and singles that showcase their evolving sound.
With their enchanting melodies and infectious rhythms, Sunset Rollercoaster continues to captivate audiences worldwide, solidifying their status as one of Taiwan’s most exciting musical exports.
