Formed in 2000, Bearbabes draws from a startling range of rock styles, from noisy hardcore and emo to melancholy, piano-based arena balladry. The Taiwainese band's 2012 album Beautiful Chaos aptly describes their ambitions, and their ability to shift between quiet and loud elements, and from a bare-bones arrangement that complements singer Jia's quiet yet assertive voice to a massive, melodic squall. Throughout, the quartet emphasizes memorable hooks, and a harmonic optimism that shines through the indie-rock noise.