The inaugural BeachLife Nights, a two-day “concert in the sand” presented on October 18 and 19 along the Redondo Beach waterfront, was an unmitigated success. A boutique version of the grander BeachLife Fest, which typically takes place in May, it featured eight bands with a concentration on reggae/roots-influenced rock, including Michael Franti & Spearhead, Iration, Fortunate Youth, SOJA, English Beat, and Anuhea.

Acclaimed SoCal reggae ensemble Iration announces the release of their new single “Island Time,” out today, Friday, Sept. 20. Channeling inspiration from the beloved voice and memory of Jimmy Buffet, “Island Time” calls to mind feel-good, fireside energy as its lyrics encourage listeners to slow down and reflect, one sip at a time.

Maybe I been away too long

I don’t really know what’s going on

Still haven’t found my peace of mind

E-LEV-EN, LEV-IT-ATE! Number 11 for the win and still feelin’ great while we marinate on Levitate (aaand exhale yes it was that good) two weeks after it all began. This July 5-7, 2024, Levitate Music and Arts Festival (LMAF) leveled up on the quintessential New England 4th celebratory vibes with a swell of serious talent!

The first day of Cali Vibes 2024 painted Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California, with a vibrant blend of music and sunshine, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of festival-goers. The festival opened under a magical bubble of pleasant weather, while just a few hours north, torrential rains were causing flash flooding across Central California. For the third year running, Long Beach, California, hosted one of the world's largest Reggae music festivals, Cali Vibes.

Day four of Cali Roots wrapped up the weekend in a style befitting its own legacy. In a statement on the theme of the Reggae festival, it was the only day of the weekend not to feature a pure Hip Hop artist on any of its stages. The focus on the roots of the festival made for a lowkey pace at the tail end of a weekend that had been so fulfilling and so energy-consuming.

BeachLife’s fourth and most widely appealing celebration by the sea, from May 5 to 7, 2023, once again splendidly blended music, art, and an admirable array of product vendors with nature’s sunshine, ocean breezes, and sand, to the delight of thousands of sun-splashed faces at Redondo Beach in Los Angeles County. Brilliant sunshine brought warmth each day, where official temperatures topped out at about 70, while sweatshirts and other outer layers were in order at night.

Iration announces the release of their latest single “IRL” available today, Friday, April 14, 2023 on digital platforms everywhere. Wrapped in warm island sentiments, the new song celebrates the value of being present – encouraging others to appreciate the bliss of now “in real life.” Listen HERE or watch the new lyric video HERE.

Florida-based reggae rockers Kash’d Out release new single “Highway Robbery” featuring Katastro and announce 2022 tour dates with Iration

Hawaiian-bred, California-based reggae-influenced alternative rock band Iration and Minneapolis-based underground hip-hop titans Atmosphere have announced their co-headlining Sunshine & Summer Nights Tour.

The 3rd Annual San Diego Bayfest will be taking place on Saturday, July 9th, 2022 at the scenic Waterfront Park downtown. With doors opening at 12pm, fans will be met with high energy musical performances accompanied by local food vendors, as well as bartenders pouring an assortment of Craft Beers & Cocktails.