2015 ARISE Music Festival

There is something to be said about the changing of seasons. By far the best and single most important season is upon us; and music lovers are rejoicing. That’s right, festival season is here. With the countless festivals spread far and wide across California like Reggae in the Hills, Fyah on the Water, California Roots, […]

Blast off to the 4th Annual Reggae in the Hills

You know what they say: April showers bring May flowers, and June bugs flock to festivals. Actually, 'they', as in the general public, don't say that all too much, but maybe 'they' should considering summer isn't quite right without a festival… or five. This upcoming June 12th through the 14th marks the 4th Annual Reggae […]

Blaze ‘N’ Glory Festival 2015

On the base of the Angeles National Forest near Lake Arrowhead in California, the Blaze ‘N’ Glory Festival will bring music and fun to the forestry area. Taking place at the San Manuel amphitheater in San Bernardino, California, this hip-hop, reggae-rock festival has plans to include carnival rides and a vendor village, along with ample […]

12th Annual Summer Meltdown Arts & Music Festival

April is right around the corner, meaning the sunny SoCal town of Santa Clarita is about to transform their city skate park into a site of music and more, known as the Summer Meltdown Arts & Music Festival – an all-ages effort in generating autism awareness. Thrown by the “Yes I Can” students of Canyon […]

Reggae in the Hills presents new festy: Fyah on the Water

Since 2011, reggae enthusiasts have flocked to Northern California's Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp, Sacramento to partake in a growing movement known as Reggae in the Hills – three days of sunshine, music and more every second weekend of June. Because of its increasing popularity, the RITH team have decided to reward its followers […]

Tribute to the Reggae Legends 2015

It’s that time in February again, not only to have celebrated what would have been Robert Nestor Marley’s 70th Birthday, but to also honor reggae legends who have helped spread messages of love and hope. Although SOJA was an American reggae nominee for The 57th Annual Grammys Awards among top contenders, such as Ziggy Marley […]

22nd annual 9 Mile Festival

On Valentine’s Day of this year, Miami will host the 22nd Annual 9 Mile Music Festival. This special celebration seeks to honor the late musical genius and reggae pioneer, Bob Marley. Featured prominently in the all day event will be three of Bob’s sons, Stephen, Damian, and Julian. The Marley Boys will be supported by […]

Unity Festival 2014: Day One

Mellow Movement Mellow Movement Mellow Movement Mellow Movement Riotmaker Riotmaker Riotmaker Elijah Alaimo One-a-chord One-a-chord One-a-chord One-a-chord One-a-chord One-a-chord One-a-chord Elijah Alaimo CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB CRSB Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory Tribal Theory The sleepy town of Guerneville, California historically known […]

Reggae in the Hills gallery: Day three

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Rise to the occasion for Colorado’s ARISE Music Festival

Loveland, Colorado’s beautiful 100-acre Sunrise Ranch is being transformed for a second year to become the three-day diverse music and awareness event known as the ARISE Music Festival. The event is set less than a month away on August 8th through the 10th, and although it is only in its second year, the festival is […]

Reggae in the Hills gallery: Day two

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Reggae in the Hills gallery: Day one

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Party on the waterfront for Long Beach’s Shoreline Jam

With the onset of the summer solstice, it’s hard to imagine the season’s end coming anytime soon. There are countless barbecues, parties and concerts to attend before Californians may be ready to throw in the beach towel for fall. But in between all the happy hours, one entity of summer epitomizes the reggae scene: festivals, […]

California Roots 2014 gallery: Day two

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The Experience: 5th Annual California Roots Festival

Working three jobs around the clock in sunny San Diego, I had only one entity to look forward to between March and (presumably) September when I finally might have a day off: my three-day jam-packed press ticket to the glorious and all-wonderful Memorial Day weekend of the 5th Annual Cali Roots in Monterey, California. I […]