Los Angeles’ premier Roots Reggae and World Music event has announced its return to beautiful Topanga Canyon on July 26, 2025, featuring a legendary lineup. Headliners include Julian Marley, Sister Nancy, Marlon Asher, Arise Roots, Vana Liya and rising star Jesse James Pariah.
“We’re thrilled to return home to Topanga Canyon for Reggae on the Mountain’s 13th edition,” exclaimed Brooks Ellis and Amit Gilad, co-founders of the popular Reggae Festival and co-owners of event company Label 27. The two founders also praised L.A.’s proud reggae community. “What’s so great about Los Angeles and Southern California is the incredible fusion of Latin music and reggae emerging from the area.”
The festival also includes food trucks, beer and wine garden, specialty cocktails and diverse craft vendors. Tickets are now available at reggaeonthemountain.com and range from $55.00 to $220.00 for the ultimate ROTM VIP Experience. The VIP package includes a private cocktail lounge, front-row seats at the main stage, private restrooms, and an exclusive gift bag. Kids 10 and under are free!
This year marks the 13th year of Reggae on the Mountain, a major accomplishment for any independent music festival. Reggae on the Mountain continues to be the premier Roots Reggae and World Music event, focusing on family-friendly, community-driven music and honoring the rich heritage of the roots reggae genre.
Label 27’s Reggae on the Mountain festival brings roots reggae to Topanga Canyon for a fantastic day and evening of music from international stars and prominent local and regional bands. Thousands will attend this year’s festival. Over the years, ROTM has hosted big-name acts, including Ziggy Marley, reggae/dancehall DJ Yellowman, Julian Marley, original Black Uhuru member Don Carlos, Toots & The Maytals, Kymani Marley, and the Easy Star All-Stars.
Founded in 2009, Label 27 produces and promotes music and art festivals in the Los Angeles area. The organization is dedicated to hosting large, inclusive gatherings that showcase a culturally eclectic array of world-renowned musicians, artists, and thinkers. Label 27 believes that event creation is culture creation. Amit and Brooks conclude, “We invite everyone to join us July 26, 2025, to celebrate art, music, and love!”
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