THE LATEST
A NorCal Night with DENM
Over the weekend, DENM brought his sun kissed SoCal surfer reggae vibes from San Diego to Cornerstone in Berkeley, and ...
Slightly Stoopid Announce ‘Step Into The Sun’ Summer Tour with Iration & Little Stranger
Slightly Stoopid is bringing the heat in 2025 with their Step Into The Sun summer tour, and they’re rolling deep ...
January Jams: Fresh Releases to Kick Off the Year
The new year has arrived, and with it, a fresh batch of reggae rock, surf-pop, and island-inspired vibes to keep ...
Fortunate Youth Releases ‘SugarShack Sessions, Vol. 6’ on Limited Edition Vinyl
Fans of Fortunate Youth can now own a piece of reggae history with the release of SugarShack Sessions, Vol. 6 ...
NEWS
Slightly Stoopid Announce ‘Step Into The Sun’ Summer Tour with Iration & Little Stranger
Slightly Stoopid is bringing the heat in 2025 with their Step Into The Sun summer tour, and they’re rolling deep ...
Jakob Nowell Pranks Newly Signed SVN/BVRNT Artist Jesse James Pariah & Sparks Shocking Response
Jesse James Pariah, the surfer singer-songwriter and Slum Beach Posse member, has officially joined SVN/BVRNT Records/Regime Music Group. The independent ...
Point Break Music Festival Returns to Virginia Beach June 21-22
Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Weekend at Point Break Music Festival 2025! Virginia Beach is about to come alive ...
The Nowell Family Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual ‘A Sublime Life’ Sobriety Festival
Southern California’s deep-rooted love for music and culture is once again joining forces with a mission for change as the ...
SPECIAL FEATURES
PREMIERE: Dan E.T. x Passafire – “High Tide” Official Music Video
Prepare to ride the wave, because Dan E.T. is making a splash with the release of his brand-new music video ...
Closer to the Sun Artist Debut Series: Eli-Mac Shares Her Take on CTTS’ Tropical Vibes and Magical Music
There’s something magical about the combination of sun, sand, and soulful music that makes Closer to the Sun truly one ...
Closer to the Sun Artist Debut Series: How Brandon Hardesty of Bumpin Uglies Stole the Show at CTTS
The Closer to the Sun Artist Debut Series wouldn’t be the same without festival M.V.P. and Bumpin Uglies frontman, Brandon ...
Closer to the Sun Artist Debut Series: Matthew Roads Reflects on Tropidelic’s Debut at CTTS
Back from an epic musical getaway at Slightly Stoopid’s Closer to the Sun Festival in Riviera Maya, we’re riding that ...
NEW RELEASES
January Jams: Fresh Releases to Kick Off the Year
The new year has arrived, and with it, a fresh batch of reggae rock, surf-pop, and island-inspired vibes to keep ...
Fortunate Youth Releases ‘SugarShack Sessions, Vol. 6’ on Limited Edition Vinyl
Fans of Fortunate Youth can now own a piece of reggae history with the release of SugarShack Sessions, Vol. 6 ...
Right in Front of the Spotlight: Joey Calderaio & The Future Buds Shine in Sugarshack Sessions Debut
Joey Calderaio & The Future Buds are bringing all the feels with their latest single, “Right in Front of You,” ...
December Delights: Fresh Releases to End the Year
As the year winds down and the holiday season envelops us in its cozy embrace, December brings not only frosty ...
REVIEWS & RECAPS
A NorCal Night with DENM
Over the weekend, DENM brought his sun kissed SoCal surfer reggae vibes from San Diego to Cornerstone in Berkeley, and ...
A Decade of Magic: Celebrating 10 Years of Closer to the Sun with the Top Ten Moments of 2024
Ten years! A full decade of Closer to the Sun in Riviera Maya, Mexico—what an incredible milestone for a destination ...
RECAP: Outermost Roots and Blues Festival 2024
Outermost Roots and Blues Festival made waves again in 2024, drawing music lovers to California’s scenic coast for two days ...
LIVE! Groundation at Cornerstone Berkeley
Groundation's recent performance at Cornerstone Berkeley was a showcase of their unique sound and a reminder of their significant role ...
SNSMix OF THE WEEK
SNSMix SONG OF THE WEEK: “Where I’m Going” | DENM ft. Pepper
This week’s SNSMix Song of the Week brings the perfect dose of feel-good, sun-soaked energy as DENM and Pepper team ...
SNSMix SONG OF THE WEEK: “Wade in Your Water” | Common Kings
This week’s SNSMix Song of the Week is “Wade in Your Water” by Common Kings, a beloved track that embodies ...
SNSMix SONG OF THE WEEK: “Collecting Dust” | Surfer Girl
This week’s SNSMix Song of the Week is "Collecting Dust" by Surfer Girl, a reflective yet uplifting hit that flawlessly ...
SNSMix SONG OF THE WEEK: “Supervillain” | Jakobs Castle
This week’s Skratch 'N Sniff's Song of the Week highlights “Supervillain” by Jakobs Castle, a track that encapsulates the creative ...