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

The Elovaters

13 concerts

Boston roots-reggae band The Elovaters hit #1 on Billboard Reggae with Defy Gravity; featured on Hawaii Five-O; “Boston” at Red Sox parade; 2022 NEMA+BMA wins.

Iration

5 concerts

Isla Vista, CA alt-reggae band with Hawaii roots, mixing reggae, rock & pop; known for smooth sound and major festival tours since 2008 (Lollapalooza, etc).

Kolohe Kai

2 concerts

Oahu-born Roman De Peralta’s Kolohe Kai leads Pacific Island reggae, blending ukulele localism with roots reggae/pop/R&B; hits “Round and Round,” “Catching Lightning”; Na Hoku & IMA Reggae AOTY; worked with Grammy producer Brian Kierulf.

Dirty Heads

15 concerts

SoCal’s Dirty Heads blend hip-hop/reggae/rock; their hit “Vacation” sparked TikTok’s #VacationTransition (6B+ views/streams); “Life’s Been Good” cover hit #3 BDS.

The Movement

18 concerts

US alt‑reggae “shapeshifters” since 2003; heavy drum/bass + insightful lyrics. 2019’s *Ways Of The World* hit #1 Billboard Reggae, 40+ weeks Top 10.

Matisyahu

8 concerts

Grammy-nominated Matisyahu blends reggae, hip hop & alt-rock with raw spiritual lyrics; 7 albums incl. Light & Youth; hits: “One Day,” “Sunshine,” “King Without a Crown.”

Shwayze

13 concerts

American hip-hop/alt artist Shwayze blends laid-back beach vibes with relatable storytelling, from feel-good anthems to introspective tracks; indie cultural staple, Shway Sticks founder.

Thee Sacred Souls

26 concerts

San Diego modern soul band on Daptone; acclaimed self-titled debut, 12 originals; millions of Spotify listeners; NPR Tiny Desk standout; fans include SZA, Alicia Keys, Kylie Jenner.

DENM

9 concerts

SoCal genre-bender behind *Slum Beach Denny* (25M+ streams), Spotify Beach Vibes cover; hip-hop/dub hooks. Produced SOJA’s Grammy-win; collab “Rage.” Synched on *Outer Banks*.

Kbong

6 concerts

Kevin "Kbong" Bong, raised in Hawaii and based in San Diego, is a multi-instrumental artist. He is known for his key role in reggae band Stick Figure and creates uplifting island reggae, surf hip-hop, and acoustic music. Popular songs include "Livin' Easy" and "Open My Eyes". Albums like "Smile With The World" (2022) and "Spirit Of The Light" (2025) feature collaborations with artists such as Mike Love and Johnny Cosmic.

California Roots Festival

3 concerts

California Roots Festival, founded in 2010, is a premier music and art event known for its vibrant reggae, reggae rock, folk, and hip-hop acts. It is celebrated as one of the largest reggae festivals, fostering a unique community vibe of peace, love, and sustainability. The festival offers a multi-layered experience with live art and a laid-back coastal atmosphere.

Johnny Cosmic

6 concerts

Johnny Cosmic is a Chicago-born reggae artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Known for his reggae fusion style blending traditional and modern sounds, he is a member of Stick Figure and a sought-after producer. He contributed to SOJA's Grammy-winning album "Beauty in the Silence" and collaborated with artists like KBong and Collie Buddz. Popular songs include "Kingdom" and "Lazer Beaming".

California Roots Festival: Dirty Heads & Iration - Sunday in Monterey, CA

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