Chanpan’s New Single “i got a gun” Is the Bold, Erratic Pop We’ve Been Waiting For

If you’ve been paying attention to the NYC music scene over the last year, you’ve seen the name Chanpan everywhere. What started as three friends—Grace Dumdaw and twin brothers Lance and Matthew Tran—deciding to busk in Chinatown for the hell of it has turned into one of the most exciting projects in the city.

They’ve gone from sidewalk performances to being labeled “a very cool New York band” by Vogue, championed by Pigeons & Planes, and even landing the cover of Local Wolves’ “Visionary” issue. Now, they’re keeping that momentum going with their latest single, “i got a gun”

The New Sound: “i got a gun”

Let’s be honest: Chanpan doesn’t do “safe” pop. “i got a gun” is frantic, high-energy, and honestly a bit disorienting in the best way possible. It leans heavily into that breakbeat-heavy, genre-fluid sound they’ve been carving out.

The track feels like a direct evolution of what they’ve been building toward with their upcoming EP, autogratis (dropping June 25). It’s not just a song; it’s a snapshot of the trio’s headspace—blending the vulnerability of their personal narratives with a production style that feels like it’s constantly on the verge of exploding.

Why the Hype is Real

It’s rare to see a band gain traction this fast, but Chanpan’s appeal is easy to spot. They have this effortless “cool” that usually takes years to cultivate. Maybe it’s because they’re playing with a mix of influences that feel both nostalgic and completely new—think the grit of early 2025’s “Riot Grrrl” revival, mixed with an electronic pulse that feels ripped straight from a Brooklyn basement party.

The industry is clearly taking notice:

• Numéro Tokyo named them among their ‘The Riot Grrrls of 2025.’

• They’ve proven they can translate that raw, busking-bred energy to massive stages like Governor’s Ball.

What’s Next?

If you’re digging the single, you’re going to want to mark your calendar for September. The band is heading out on their first North American headline tour. It’s the kind of run that’s going to be packed into small, sweaty clubs—the exact kind of environment where this music is meant to be heard.

autogratis comes out on June 25, and if “i got a gun” is any indication, it’s going to be the most unpredictable project they’ve released yet.