Born Ricardo Rubio but known by his stage name Oddly Shrugs, this gothic luminary emerged from the shadows of East LA, a crucible of urban grit and artistic fervor. Raised amidst the cacophony of gang-affiliated streets, Oddly found solace in the pulse of skateboards, the spray of graffiti cans, and the haunting melodies of punk shows echoing through the city.

Living above a convenience store beside a bar, his world was one of chaos and creativity, where every wall was a canvas and every beat was a heartbeat. Influenced by the eclectic sounds that permeated his environment, Oddly’s musical journey was a tapestry woven from the threads of hip-hop, classic rock, lo-fi, punk, and darkwave.

Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of artists—from the soulful harmonies of Bone Thugs to the psychedelic riffs of Jimi Hendrix, from the raw narratives of 50 Cent to the haunting melodies of Joy Division—Oddly crafted a sound uniquely his own. A synthesis of synth punk, goth, poetry, and hip-hop, his music transcends genre boundaries, inviting listeners into a world where shadows dance and emotions run deep.

With each lyric, each chord, Oddly Shrugs invites you to explore the darkness within, to embrace the beauty in the chaos, and to find solace in the music that binds us all.