California Roots Festival: Dirty Heads & Iration - Sunday in Monterey - May 28, 2023

The Elovaters

5 concerts

The Elovaters, from America, blend reggae with progressive roots. Known for hits like "Boston," they won awards at the 2022 New England and Boston Music Awards. Their songs feature on SiriusXM and CBS’ Hawaii Five-O.

Iration

41 concerts

Iration, formed in Isla Vista, CA, blends reggae with rock and pop, inspired by their Hawaii roots. Known for national tours since 2008 and festival hits like Lollapalooza.

DISPATCH

38 concerts

Dispatch, rock band famed for indie success, boasts 8 albums, epic live shows, and a historic 110,000-fan Boston concert. Known for activism, they've raised millions.

Kolohe Kai

14 concerts

Born and raised on Oahu, Kolohe Kai, led by Roman De Peralta, blends ukulele with reggae, pop, and R&B. Known for hits like "Round and Round," they've won Na Hoku Hano Hano and Island Music Awards and collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Brian Kierulf.

Dirty Heads

8 concerts

Dirty Heads blend hip-hop, reggae, and rock, capturing Southern California vibes. Their hit “Vacation” went viral in 2021. Known for collaborations like their “Slightly Dirty Summer” tour with Slightly Stoopid, they've maintained global appeal.

The Movement

24 concerts

The Movement, formed in Columbia, SC in 2003, is known for alternative-reggae inspired by Sublime and 311. Their album "Ways Of The World" topped Billboard Reggae Charts.

Matisyahu

16 concerts

Matisyahu is a Grammy-nominated artist known for blending reggae and hip hop with spiritual themes. His hits include "One Day" and "King Without A Crown.”

Shwayze

20 concerts

American artist Shwayze blends hip-hop and alternative sounds with laid-back vibes. Known for feel-good anthems, he's also ventured into TV, film, and launched Shway Sticks.

Thee Sacred Souls

17 concerts

Thee Sacred Souls, a young band from San Diego, is known for their soulful sound and exquisite craftsmanship. With millions of Spotify listeners, they've impressed celebrity fans like SZA and Alicia Keys. Their NPR Tiny Desk performance was a hit, marking them as rising stars in just two years.

Long Beach Dub Allstars

2 concerts

Long Beach Dub Allstars, pioneers of West Coast Cali Reggae, are known for their honest style. Their music covers themes like youth, love, life, and more.

Natiruts

5 concerts

Born in Brasília, Natiruts, originally Nativus, excels in reggae with hits like "Presente de um Beija-Flor." Their debut sold 450,000 copies post-renaming due to a legal issue. Known for tracks "Povo Brasileiro" & "Verbalize."

Tunnel Vision

1 concert

Tunnel Vision is a surf, reggae, ska-punk band from San Clemente, CA, known for energetic live shows. Formed in 2012 by members Hayden Hanson, Jacob Hernandez, and Tanner Payan, they later collaborated with Reel Big Fish alumni. Influenced by Sublime and Slightly Stoopid, they've released albums like "Days Away" and "Baja Bound," gaining notoriety in the reggae and ska scene.