Buga formed originally as a duo between songwriter/singer/ producer Grant Anusbigian and guitarist Cameron Criss in Brooklyn, New York after struggling to find like-minded musicians who had an affinity for lost records and 7-inch singles from the 1960s and 1970s. The midwestern duo Grant - Detroit, Michigan and Cameron- Akron, Ohio expanded upon their initial influences to form a full five-piece live band and perform at clubs and venues across New York City and Brooklyn. Buga is influenced by the likes of ex- Byrds members Gram Parsons, David Crosby and Gene Clark as well as newer artists. Buga has been featured in Relix Magazine and New Commute and worked with members of Foxygen and producer Tucker Martine (My Morning Jacket, Modest Mouse, The Decemberists, Whitney) on their recorded singles.