Festival junkies — the lineup has landed! Goldenvoice continues its legacy at the top of the weekend fest curator list with another mega reveal for Coachella 2026. Usually announced in January, long-time Chellaheads are being treated to early answers this year — and, needless to say, all minds are absolutely blown. Although a couple elements […]
Clear your calendar mid-October and start rallying your crew because Mission Bayfest is coming back to take over the bay shores of San Diego. From October 17th through 19th, Mission Bay — a coastal paradise, just north of the downtown San Diego area — will turn into one giant celebration filled with live music, sunshine, […]
Over 100-degree weather hit Las Vegas, but that wasn’t what was heating up the city. Sublime rolled through town for their two-day Fear, Loathing, & Sublime in Las Vegas shows — a very special treat for fans. The weekend started off on Thursday, August 14th with a pre-show party hosted by Miles the DJ from […]
On Sunday, August 10th in Costa Mesa, the Pacific Amphitheatre pulsed with the heartbeat of modern roots reggae. As part of the Orange County Fair’s 2025 Summer Concert Series, Tribal Seeds headlined a stacked lineup that felt less like a concert and more like a spiritual gathering of California’s reggae faithful. The Simpkin Project kicked […]
The southern California reggae-rock crew is closing out 2025 with a packed schedule, new tracks, and a string of live dates that are guaranteed to keep fans well-fed. Fronted by original members Alex Kay (vocals/guitar) and Andrew Valero (bass), Brewfish has built a reputation on a seamless mix of reggae, rock, punk, and hip-hop influences. […]
Iration might’ve headlined the night, but the whole lineup was a vibe from start to finish. Not a single dud in the mix, with each act bringing their own flavor — it was one smooth wave of energy! And being at Gallagher Square in Petco Park didn’t make it your average Sunday Funday reggae sesh; […]
Veteran American reggae artist Blindman expresses an emphatic ode to oceans in this world video premiere for “In The Water”, a track released off Rebel Sound Records back in March of this year. With feet in the sand, sun on the skin, and waves crashing all around, the official video for “In The Water” paints […]
Sunday May 25th, aka Day Three of the California Roots Festival 2025, had the fans waking up ready. The third day is always interesting, with some people still pumped like it’s Day One and some dragging from too many days of having a good time. But, one thing they all had in common this Sunday was the […]
For over a decade, Luis Gracia-Alonso has been a cornerstone of the Southern California music scene—a seasoned trombonist, bandleader, and educator whose résumé spans ska, reggae, pop, salsa, funk, and jazz. Whether touring the West Coast with Half Past Two, locking in grooves with The Ruffolos, bringing energy to Not a Chance, or recreating Gwen […]
I’ve been a fan of Tash Sultana’s music for years and regretted missing their last nationwide tour! For that reason, attending their live show this year at The Rady Shell in San Diego was a truly special experience. Tash Sultana is not just a musician; they are a vibrant ecosystem of sound all on their […]
There’s nothing quite like Day 1 of Cali Vibes — the energy is fresh, the stages are spotless, and everyone’s walking in with a sense of anticipation that only Long Beach can deliver. This year, the festival opened with Emily Brimlow, and honestly, it couldn’t have been a better call. Her set was breezy and […]
On Saturday, May 24th, Day of Two of Cali Roots Festival in Monterey came alive — and the fans were ready for it. It was going to be yet another day with a stacked lineup across reggae genres. The day started with an explosion of energy from Florida artist Surfer Girl at the Bowl Stage, […]
Bumpin Uglies have always known how to bottle up a feeling — and their new single “I-95” delivers that feeling straight from the cupholders of an east coast summer road trip. Released June 13th, the track is equal parts mixtape memory, beach-bound escape, and lyrical time capsule. From the jump, you’re riding shotgun with the […]
Day One of the California Roots Festival kicked off at the historical Monterey Fairgrounds once again on May 23rd, 2025. Reggae fans from all over the country traveled to Monterey to see friends and the stacked reggae-meets-hip hop lineup — with Day One leaning heavily into the former. The day was nice… not too cold, […]
Let’s have a chat about a band that needs to be heard across the country and then some, IRIEspect. This rad seven-piece energetic band blends Cali and Caribbean styles — we’re talking hip hop, Latin, and new and old-school dub rock reggae. They are an extravagant bunch who blow it out of the water with […]
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