My hometown of Oceanside, California isn't widely known as a hub for music, but the subculture in this seaside town has given rise to a new and unique sound. Irieside is a local band that has transformed their daily experiences as "O'Siders" into an album packed with beats, amazing guitar riffs, floetry, and a trumpet which makes it all sound completely original. I like to think of the style as a fusion of hip hop, rock, ska, and reggae. Highly influenced by reggae legend Bob Marley, Irieside focuses on sending positive messages, good vibes, and irie feelings.
Members of the band include drummer and back up vocalist Sid Hilarides, bass guitarist and back up vocalist Steven Stotelmeyer, Arjay Pantig on the trumpet and back up vocals, lead guitarist and lead vocals Benny Blessing, and the emcee Anthony Williams. Irieside's first album successfully tells the story of a band who started from the bottom in the Oceanside streets but has grown to have a huge following in San Diego. Congratulations on your first release Irieside, your fellow "O'Siders" are expecting big things out of you.
The entire album was produced at Above Ground Records in Escondido, California. Stay posted on details of the first music video coming soon...
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