California Roots Festival: Rebelution & Michael Franti - Thursday in Monterey, CA

LineUp

Subatomic Sound System

3 concerts

Subatomic Sound System is renowned for its live dub and bass performances since 1999 in NYC, pioneering future sounds rooted in Jamaican music. The band, Lee "Scratch" Perry's go-to, features Emch, Larry McDonald, and Troy Shaka Simms. They tour worldwide with Screechy Dan and collaborated with Mykal Rose and Hollie Cook. Known for innovating dub with electronic and dancehall elements, Subatomic celebrated Perry's "Blackboard Jungle Dub" and released "Super Ape Returns to Conquer," blending diverse genres with artists like Anthony B and Elephant Man.

Rebelution

6 concerts

Rebelution, founded in Isla Vista, CA, is known for their reggae style. Their debut, "Courage To Grow," led to seven Billboard Reggae #1s. With a GRAMMY nod and electrifying live shows, they’ve graced festivals like Bonnaroo and Coachella.

Michael Franti & Spearhead

4 concerts

Michael Franti, born in Oakland, is a musician and activist known for hits like "I Got You," "Sound of Sunshine," and "Say Hey (I Love You)." His podcast "Stay Human" topped charts. Franti advocates for gun violence prevention and climate change activism.

Atmosphere

29 concerts

Atmosphere's album "So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously," featuring Slug's introspective raps and Ant's dynamic, inventive production, blends comfort with palpable tension. Known for delving into paranoia, perspective, and optimism, the album emphasizes hope amid anxiety, with songs like "Okay" and "Still Life" standing out.

Mihali

2 concerts

Vermont-based Mihali, co-founder of rock band Twiddle, blends reggae with rock in his album "Effection," produced with Nathan Aurora, featuring lively, hopeful mantras.

Michael Franti

3 concerts

Born in Oakland, Franti blends R&B, hip-hop, soul, and more with Spearhead's positive tunes like "Say Hey (I Love You)." Known for social-consciousness, he collaborated with Sly & Robbie.

Thievery Corporation

14 concerts

Thievery Corporation, from Washington, D.C., is known for their chilled-out electronic music blending trip-hop, acid jazz, reggae, and more. Popular albums include "The Mirror Conspiracy" and "The Richest Man in Babylon." The duo, Rob Garza and Eric Hilton, collaborate with diverse vocalists and genres, gaining acclaim for their antiwar messages. "The Cosmic Game" features Perry Farrell and David Byrne, while "Saudade" shifts to bossa nova. Notable tracks include the Grammy-winning "Lebanese Blonde."

SOJA

5 concerts

For over 20 years, Grammy-winning SOJA has thrilled global audiences with their roots reggae. Known for hits with UB40 and Rebelution, they infuse joy and wisdom in every track.

Anuhea

2 concerts

Anuhea Jenkins, a Hawaiian singer/songwriter from Maui, is known for her easygoing island style. Influenced by Bob Marley and Jack Johnson, she debuted in 2009 with "Anuhea." Her hit "Right Love, Wrong Time" reached Billboard's World Albums #2. Her "Butterflies" live album was a Top Three reggae hit.

Mykal Rose

1 concert

Dub Inc

20 concerts

California Roots Festival

3 concerts

Venue Info

Monterey Fairgrounds

Bio

<p>Hip hop duo <strong>Atmosphere</strong>, consisting of rapper Slug and DJ Ant, is all set to embark on their <strong>Imagine the Fun Tour</strong> in 2025. The tour will begin on January 11 and go through 25 cities before coming to a close on February 16. The duo will make stops in important cities such as Sacramento, San Antonio, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Brooklyn.</p> <p>Atmosphere will also make a couple of festival appearances, one at the Cali Roots Festival in Monterey, CA, and the other at Reggae Rise Up in St. Petersburg, FL.</p> <p>This Atmosphere Tour is to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their 2005 album <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5o6bJIT6Ks4uNIDkFrQ3Jp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">You Can&rsquo;t Imagine How Much Fun We&rsquo;re Having</a>. It also aims to recreate the 2000&rsquo;s nostalgia, with the old crew from that era <a href="/artists/sage-francis-tour-dates">Sage Francis</a> and <a href="/artists/mr-dibbs-tour-dates">Mr.Dibbs</a> joining in.</p> <p>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m thrilled to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of You Can&rsquo;t Imagine How Fun We&rsquo;re Having. I had no idea that we would still be here to enjoy this moment.&rdquo; &ndash; Slug</p> <p>Imagine the fun you&rsquo;ll have on this tour &ndash; get your tickets asap and go see this hip-hop duo for a dose of nostalgia.</p>

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