California Roots Festival: Wu-Tang Clan & Sublime with Rome - Friday in Monterey - May 26, 2023

Cypress Hill

22 concerts

Celebrate 30 years of Cypress Hill's iconic debut album with expanded digital tracks and remixes. This game-changing hip-hop trio, B-Real, Sen Dog, and DJ Muggs, have left an indelible mark on music history.

Steel Pulse

5 concerts

UK-based reggae icons Steel Pulse, known for their staunch socio-political themes and captivating live performances, continue influencing many artists globally. Renowned for hits and a powerful message in albums like "Mass Manipulation," they address global issues and systemic greed through their music.

The Interrupters

5 concerts

Los Angeles-based The Interrupters formed in 2011, featuring Aimee Interrupter and the Bivona brothers. Known for blending 2 Tone ska with energetic punk rock, their gigs are vibrant experiences. Collaborators include Tim Armstrong's Tim Timebomb And Friends.

Maoli

16 concerts

Hawaiian-born Maoli blends island reggae and country soul, with 9 indie albums, 500M+ streams, hits like “Mercy,” and collaborations with producers Dann & David Huff.

Sublime With Rome

12 concerts

Sublime with Rome, a California ska alternative rock group formed in 2010 by Rome Ramirez, Eric Wilson, and Bud Gaugh, is known for hits like "Santeria" and "What I Got." They collaborated with Slightly Stoopid on "Cool & Collected" and toured 27 cities in 2023. The group, with new drummer Joe Tomino, released the EP Tangerine Skies, featuring talents like Neal Avron and Gabrial McNair. Their final self-titled album celebrates a 15-year journey.

Wu-Tang Clan

4 concerts

Emerging from Staten Island in 1993, Wu-Tang Clan revolutionized hip-hop with their debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), featuring core members RZA, GZA, Method Man, and Ol' Dirty Bastard. Known for gritty beats and martial arts themes, their solo projects turned massive hits like "C.R.E.A.M." into lasting legacies. They collaborated with popular artists, formed side groups like Gravediggaz, and inspired controversial moments. With awards and global acclaim, Wu-Tang's influence and innovation remain legendary in hip-hop history.

Joe Samba

4 concerts

Massachusetts-born Joe Samba blends rock ’n’ roll and reggae with gritty guitar and dynamic vocals. Known for hits topping charts and performing with The Dirty Heads and Pepper.

Kyle Smith

4 concerts

Kyle Smith from Ventura, CA fuses Cali Reggae with Hip-Hop, Punk, and Pop. Known for tracks on struggles and addiction, his high-energy shows draw a rapidly growing fanbase.

Surfer Girl

25 concerts

Surfer Girl, led by Wayland, MA’s Carter Reeves, blends indie-pop, reggae, surf-rock, and hip-hop. Known for hits and festival draws, they’ve worked with Bryce Vine and Collie Buddz.

Common Kings

9 concerts

Common Kings, a band of Pacific Islanders from California, blend reggae and pop. Known for "Lost In Paradise," they were Grammy-nominated for Best Reggae Album. The band, including Samoan-born singer Jr. King and Hawaii-raised guitarist Mata Grey, has toured with Justin Timberlake and Bruno Mars. They release music on their label Island Empire/Mensch House Records.

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California Roots Festival: Wu-Tang Clan & Sublime with Rome - Friday in Monterey, CA

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