California Roots Festival Monterey Tickets - Monterey Fairgrounds

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The Elovaters

21 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.

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.

Sublime With Rome

2 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.

Collie Buddz

9 concerts

Born in New Orleans, raised in Bermuda, Collie Buddz is a dancehall singer known for hits like "Come Around." Famous for blending dancehall, soca, hip-hop. Worked with Busta Rhymes, Beyoncé. His albums have topped the U.S. Reggae chart.

Lila Iké

6 concerts

Hailing from Christiana, Jamaica, Lila Iké is known for her unique blend of old-school vibes and modern swagger. Signed by Protoje's In.Digg.Nation Collective, she gained acclaim with "The ExPerience" EP. Her hits like "Thy Will (Remix)" and collaborations with Jorja Smith and Davido showcase her reggae prowess. A MOBO nominee, she has performed on NPR Tiny Desk and Colbert. Praised by Rolling Stone and The NY Times, she addresses mental health and corruption with her powerful lyrics.

Buju Banton

1 concert

Born in Kingston's Salt Lane, Buju Banton is a legendary reggae artist known for his dancehall sound. He has collaborated with Roc Nation and Def Jam, and his work includes the Grammy-nominated "Upside Down 2020." Banton is celebrated for uplifting messages in popular tracks and has broken records set by Bob Marley.