Rising up from the streets of Los Angeles, Arise Roots was assembled with the common goal of bringing a unique, modern interpretation on roots-reggae without compromising the true message and feel of roots music. Founding member, Ron Montoya, was determined to recruit an all-star cast of musicians who were appreciative of 1970’s style reggae and in 2010 the band was formed. After a vigorous search, Arise Roots became host to six veteran musicians who had already made a name for themselves through performing in numerous local reggae bands and backing various reggae legends coming into their area.
2015 proved to be a breakout year for Arise Roots as they embarked on two nationwide tours beginning in the springtime with New Kingston on the Kingston City Tour and making their debut on the east coast during the Summer Smokeout Tour with Tribal Seeds and The Expanders. Throughout it all, the band shined in the western region of the festival circuit making appearances at the California Roots Music and Arts Festival, Dry Diggings, Summer Meltdown, Uplift Winter Sessions, Reggae On The Mountain and the 16th annual Victoria Ska and Reggae Festival held in British Columbia, Canada.
Throughout their time together, Arise Roots has shared the stage with an impressive list of artists ranging from reggae legends such as The Wailers, Barrington Levy, Don Carlos, Wailing Souls, The Mighty Diamonds and more, as well as top-notch acts leading the new era of American reggae like Rebelution, Iration, Slightly Stoopid and Tribal Seeds. The band has also had the opportunity to play alongside hip hop greats such as Public Enemy, The Roots and Cypress Hill. Most recently, Arise Roots has kept the momentum going into 2016 as they make their rounds performing in the Southern California area before hitting the road once again and sharing their sound with new audiences. Stay connected with the website for news and upcoming show dates
The Southern California based Reggae Hip-Hop Rock Kingpins Krooked Treez have been named “Breakout Artist of The Year” by the genre’s fans, which was held by the reggae-rock leading magazine, The Pier. They’ve quickly gained momentum from an ever-growing fan-base, as their debut CD "Higher Place" released in mid 2013.
ounded by life-long friends Ryan Kordich and David Yun, the name Eureka Sound takes on the meaning of “Sounds of Enlightenment”. With goals to spread Truth and Conscious Living, the group strives to bring a message of Realization and Understanding into their music.
Eureka's music attempts to illuminate minds that have been lead astray by blind leaders, leaders who have neglected the solemn matters of the world: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Liberation from the golden pillars/false idols begins with sound; for those who are blind cannot see, but they can listen.
In late 2016, Eureka Sound recorded their debut EP titled “Eureka” at Word Sound Power Studio with Andy Deemer of ITAL VIBES. Released winter of 2017, the record peaked at top 3 on the iTunes reggae charts on the week of release. Since then, the band has released a total of three more singles. “Big Pharma”, recorded at Big G Studios with Gary Larson was released in October 2018, and has become a hit tune with the feature of rising stars, Iya Terra. Newest singles “Celebration Time” and “Empathy” were recorded at 9th Realm Records with Aaron Kaili. Released in 2019, the two songs are part of a Full Length Album titled “Word to Mankind” which is scheduled to release in early winter of 2019.
