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

The Elovaters

20 concerts

American progressive roots/reggae band; #1 Billboard Reggae album *Defy Gravity* (2018). Fans of Sublime/Jack Johnson. “Boston” at Red Sox parade; CBS *Hawaii Five-0*. SiriusXM staple. 2022 New England Music Awards (Artist & Live Act) + Boston Music Awards (Reggae/Ska).

Iration

7 concerts

Formed in Isla Vista, CA, Iration blend reggae roots + Hawaii vibes with rock/pop; known for smooth sound and major festival sets incl. Lollapalooza.

Kolohe Kai

4 concerts

Oahu-born Roman De Peralta’s Kolohe Kai blends ukulele localism with roots reggae, pop & R&B; hits “Catching Lightning,” “Heartstrings,” “Round and Round”; Na Hoku & Island Music Awards.

Dirty Heads

33 concerts

SoCal band Dirty Heads blend hip-hop, reggae & rock; viral hit “Vacation” sparked TikTok’s #VacationTransition; covered Joe Walsh’s “Life’s Been Good.”

The Movement

23 concerts

Formed in 2003, The Movement are alt‑reggae “shapeshifters” (Sublime/311‑inspired) with heavy drum & bass, insightful lyrics; 2019’s Ways Of The World hit #1 Billboard Reggae.

Matisyahu

15 concerts

NY-born, Grammy-nominated Matisyahu blends reggae, hip hop & alt-rock in spiritual, raw lyrics; hit songs “One Day,” “Sunshine,” “King Without a Crown.”

Shwayze

9 concerts

LA-born independent artist blending laid-back hip-hop & alt; relatable storytelling of feel-good anthems + introspective cuts; also launched Shway Sticks pre-rolls.

Thee Sacred Souls

31 concerts

San Diego retro-soul band Thee Sacred Souls (Daptone): 12 original songs, millions of Spotify listeners, NPR Tiny Desk standouts; fans include SZA, Alicia Keys & Kylie Jenner.

DENM

12 concerts

SoCal genre-bending artist/producer mixing hip-hop, dubby rhythms & beach hooks; “Wild Trip,” 25M+ streams, Spotify Beach Vibes cover; produced SOJA Grammy LP; collabs Dirty Heads/Travis Barker.

Long Beach Dub Allstars

1 concert

Long Beach Dub Allstars, born in Long Beach, are pioneers of West Coast Cali reggae—honest, rootsy style; known for bold songs on youth, love, death & police brutality.

Tunnel Vision

4 concerts

San Clemente, CA surf-reggae/ska‑punk band formed in 2012 at Lost Surfboards. Signed to LAW Records; “Shipwrecked” hit KROQ. RBF collabs (Ed “Smokey” Beach; Matt Appleton, Billy Kottage, Johnny Christmas).

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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