Six-piece Ohio-based reggae band Tropidelic made it out to Old Rock House — one of my favorite venues in St. Louis — on June 27th, bringing along with them electronic reggae-dub trendsetters Jon Wayne & The Pain and fellow Ohio rockers, The Quasi Kings. All three offered the people of STL their unique fusions of […]
Day Three of San Diego’s Wonderfront Festival was a fantastic end to the weekend. With beautiful sunny weather, the waterfront venue was the perfect backdrop for a day of music and fun. Although it was Mother’s Day and attendance was a bit lower, the people who did show up were having the time of their […]
The 13th Annual California Roots Music & Arts Festival came to a close on Sunday, May 26th at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. To kick off Day Three on the Cali Roots Stage was DMP (aka, Doorman’s Project), direct from the Solomon Islands. Island vibes were high with DMP, who proved to us just why they […]
On the steamy afternoon of June 12th, fueled by anticipation and a deep love for good music, I embarked on a journey that took me two hours west down I-70 from the bustling city of St. Louis to the vibrant town of Columbia, Missouri. The purpose of this pilgrimage? To join fellow reggae enthusiasts and […]
In a move that’s sure to make your summer playlist (and possibly your next family reunion), Sublime has dropped a NEW single entitled “Feel Like That”, actually featuring the late Bradley Nowell. This insane blast from the Bradley past is brought to life via his son, Jakob Nowell, and solo artist Stick Figure (aka, Scott […]
Day Two at California Roots Music and Arts Festival 2024 resumed on Saturday, May 25th, at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. The sun was shining and folks were smiling as they lined up early for another fun-filled day, kicking off with The Wide Eyed Kids on the Bowl Stage who played songs off their album Beautiful […]
California Roots Music and Arts Festival took over beautiful Monterey County Fairgrounds for its 13th year, spanning Friday through Sunday on Memorial Day Weekend 2024. I arrived an hour before gates opened (at noon) to witness a sea of happy concertgoers eagerly awaiting to be let into the festival. Once those gates opened, everyone dressed […]
The Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin, CA transformed into a haven of irie vibes as reggae artists J Boog, Cas Haley, and L.A.B. graced the stage. Nestled amidst the picturesque surroundings of the park, this beautiful venue offered terraced grass seating that provided stunning views of the stage from every angle. Kicking off the festivities […]
Prepare for the 5th Annual San Diego Bayfest: a day of pure musical bliss, set against the stunning backdrop of Waterfront Park in downtown San Diego. Starting at noon, the festival will transport you to a world of unforgettable performances by Sublime, Atmosphere, Goldfinger, Barrington Levy, Makua Rothman, and Kyle Smith. But that’s far from […]
Despite the unexpected curveballs Mother Nature threw at the BeachLife Festival on its final day, the spirit of the event remained unbroken, turning Day 3 into a testament of resilience and community. With strong winds causing some last-minute cancellations, the festival-goers and performers alike showed incredible adaptability, ensuring that the festival ended on a high […]
American reggae artist Blindman is back with the world video premiere for “They Tried To Bury Us”. The roots-infused track, originally debuting off of Rebel Sound Records on April 19th, centers on societal injustices of recent times — asking for not just recognition, but an end to the oppression. We are living in telltale times […]
Day Two of BeachLife Festival kicked off under overcast skies that failed to dampen the spirits of the eager crowd. Despite the chillier weather compared to Day One, the festivalgoers were in high spirits, ready to immerse themselves in a diverse lineup of performances. The Expendables got the party started at noon on the Hightide […]
You know summer has arrived when you walk in the gates of BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach, always taking place the first weekend of May and always right on the water. Attendees were able to sleep in a bit or even take an early Friday morning shift, with this year kicking off at a convenient […]
The Old Rock House in St. Louis was packed with excited fans on May 9th. Anticipation rose as attendees eagerly readied for a night of infectious rhythms. The stage was set for an extremely fun evening, kicked off by the energetic and thrilling performance by Dale and the ZDubs. Dale and his band showed off […]
Who doesn’t love a good cover from an iconic 80s band that helped redefine the American ska and reggae genres as we know it? We hope you do, since Jacuzzi Fuzz has released their rendition of Bad Brains‘ “Sailin On” on April 12th via Rebel Sound Records! It’s one of those covers that rings true […]
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