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Press & Reviews

 “Ginger Beef is serious about having fun, challenging themselves to connect with crowds without relying on the crutch of vocals. Not that you notice the absence — Li’s flute is more than capable of speaking for itself, launching into feats of acrobatic dexterity without ever losing sight of the melody. Combined with the sheer glee of MSG’s production and a murderer’s row of talented guest instrumentalists, vocals would just be overkill.”

  • Peter Hemminger (Calgary Folk Music Festival)

“(Ginger Beef is) one of the most memorable bands that I have heard as of recent… In a time where music feels stagnant, they are constantly pushing their sound forward. If I could describe them in a few words, I would say they are innovative, daring, & enchanting.” 

  • Chris Buxton (Banger of the Day)

“If you feel stuck in a hole, musically-speaking, ‘Ginger Beef’ is the perfect antidote, helping you uncover more colourful territories. Hailing from Calgary, the duo has managed to craft something special.”

“A level of finesse from a duo that reminds you that lyrics aren’t everything in an outrageous song. Maybe, sometimes, the flow is so killer you never needed any in the first place. ‘Nuff said.”

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Article from the Calgary Herald (Jul 25, 2024)

https://calgaryherald.com/entertainment/local-arts/calgary-folk-fest-ginger-beef-offer-instrumental-buffet-with-debut-album

Long Bio

Ginger Beef is on a mission to drag instrumental pop back into the mainstream. 

The band is the first major collaboration of the husband and wife team of award-winning flutist Jiajia Li and veteran producer/multi-instrumentalist Warren Tse (AKA MSG). Since moving to Calgary after getting her master’s degree in classical performance, Li’s profile has soared in numerous local music scenes, and you’ve almost certainly heard MSG’s work, even if you don’t know it. He has worked with Jann Arden, written music for the Calgary Stampede Evening Grandstand Show, and produced music for off-Broadway shows such as Chicago — he is also the organist for the Calgary Flames.

The result: a gleaming pop artifact which balances dazzling instrumental performances and catchy melodies with deep grooves. Ginger Beef brings high-energy instrumental acrobatics to life with Li on a range of flutes — both Chinese and western — and MSG on synth, keys, and guitar. Backing up the duo are a lineup of top R&B and jazz players from Calgary’s robust Gospel music scene.

Ginger Beef has been nominated for three YYC Music Awards and has blown away crowds at music festivals (Sled Island, International Jazz Days Festival presented by JazzYYC, Calgary Folk Music Festival) and large venues (Calgary Flames and Stampeders games) since releasing their self-titled debut album in October 2023, hitting #1 on CJSW, CFRU, and CJRU campus charts.

Short Bio

Ginger Beef is the collaboration of the husband and wife team of award-winning flutist Jiajia Li and veteran producer/multi-instrumentalist Warren Tse (AKA MSG). The result: a gleaming pop artifact which balances dazzling instrumental performances and catchy melodies with deep grooves.

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