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When hearing news of The Expendables bassist Ryan DeMars and his diagnosis of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, The Pier reached out to the Silverback Music and Management Family. After posting on social … Read More

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Producer Spotlight: Lewis Richards

February 19, 2013June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

When the words “reggae-rock” or “reggae” are spoken, what comes to your mind? Maybe the bass lines and catchy melodies of legends Bob Marley and The Wailers come to mind? … Read More

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Behind The Beat: Adam Taylor

February 4, 2013June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

If there is one band poised and ready to make the biggest leap in the Reggae-Rock scene in 2013, it is Hawaii's Iration! The 808 state quintet has successfully completed … Read More

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Artist Radar: Ikaika Beamer

January 31, 2013June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, reggae music lovers of all kinds, introducing to you the latest musical addition to The Pier, Ikaika Beamer! Hailing from the island of Kauai, …

Interview: Rome Ramirez

November 27, 2012August 10, 2020 - by Mike Patti

One topic that has remained constant for the past three years was one's perspective of Rome Ramirez, lead singer of Sublime with Rome, and frontman of his new solo venture. … Read More

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The Pier’s Live Acoustic Series Debuts 11-20-12

November 7, 2012June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

INTRODUCING THE PIER'S LIVE ACOUSTIC SERIES... The Pier's Live Acoustic Series: From Conception to Creation The vision of the Pier's "Live Acoustic Series" is to provide Reggae-Rock fans with an … Read More

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Interview: J Boog

November 6, 2012August 10, 2020 - by Mike Patti

When The Pier found out that J Boog was going to be performing back-to-back nights in Denver, Colorado, no second guesses were needed to attend the shows. On the final … Read More

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Backstage: An Easy Star All-Star Story

September 26, 2012June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

Backstage: An Easy Star All-Star Story SETTING THE STAGE The Easy Star All-Stars are the brainchild of reggae record label Easy Star Records co-founders Michael Goldwasser, Eric Smith, Lem Oppenheimer … Read More