Pretty War is a four-piece rooted in alternative and indie rock, drawing freely from funk, Latin, pop, jazz, hip-hop, folk, and anything else that serves the song. Mark Hopkins on guitar/vocals, Jon Maurer on keys/vocals, Ryan LaHam on bass, and John Robert Buell on drums combine thoughtful songwriting with live spontaneity, letting each performance take on a life of its own. Whether the music gets personal, reflective, or simply celebrates a damn good time, connection between the band and audience is always at the center.