GPGDS played 180 shows in 2008, including performances at Mountain Jam, and Wakarusa. 2007 highlights include a three-week stint in Jamaica, numerous national tours, and a concert at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC). Thanks to their aggressive touring schedule and dynamic sound, Giant Panda has developed an extensive following.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad was formed in Rochester, New York in 2004. The group's current lineup includes Chris O'Brian, James Searl, Dylan Savage, and Aaron Lipp.

GPGDS play an eclectic blend of roots reggae, dub, and afrobeat. The quartet's impeccable musicianship and explosive live show have received widespread acclaim.

Giant Panda will be releasing a new album "LIVE UP!" in fall 2009. Their 2006 debut "Slow Down" is receiving regular airplay on Sirius and XM Radio. Recorded at Ithaca, NY's legendary Pyramid Sound Studios "The album's 12 cuts work on a nearly physiological level to calm you down and cheer you up," says Tim Karan of Rochester Insider.

Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad has shared the stage with reggae greats Toots And The Maytals, The Wailers, Lee Scratch Perry, Steel Pulse, Israel Vibration, Yellowman, Culture, The Meditations, Don Carlos, Morgan Heritage, Mad Professor, and Edi Fitzroy. They've been joined on stage by members of Thievery Corporation, G. Love & Special Sauce, and Brazilian Girls.

GPGDS is committed to connecting people with great music. Roots and dub for your meditation.

"This is some of the most intense roots reggae we've ever heard..." - Knoxville's Metro Pulse

"...heavy, air-tight dub and roots reggae pressure..." - Washington Post

"...a viable contributor to the modern reggae movement." - Metro Santa Cruz