2016 Archives - Page 2 of 8

Trailblazing reggae group John Brown's Body (JBB) released their new album Fireflies on Sept 9th via Easy Star Records. Known for their progressive reggae sound which has been dubbed “future … Read More

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INTERVIEW: Katastro

October 18, 2016January 27, 2025 - by Mike Patti

Arizona's Katastro has been breaking down barriers and transcending genres since their debut in 2007. The group consists of Andy Chaves (vocals), Andrew Stravers (drums), Tanner Riccio (guitar) and Ryan … Read More

Reviews & Recaps

Stick Figure’s “Fire On The Horizon” Remixed

October 16, 2016February 4, 2025 - by Mike Patti

While Stick Figure takes a tour of Europe with Raging Fyah, the group aligned themselves with Labrat, a Dub-step producer, for a remix of “Fire on the Horizon” from the …

INTERVIEW: Mike Pinto

October 11, 2016January 27, 2025 - by Mike Patti

Mike Pinto has been fairly quiet since his last album Truthful Lies was released in 2013 as fans have been anxiously awaiting more shows and new material. The Pier recently … Read More

Reviews & Recaps

LIVE: ‘Slightly Phunky’ – A Late Night Post-Kaaboo Festival Super-Jam (9-17-16)

October 4, 2016February 15, 2025 - by Mike Patti

Date: Saturday, September 17th, 2016 Line Up: Members of Slightly Stoopid, Dumpstaphunk, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe & more Venue: Music Box. San Diego, CA 'Slightly Phunky' -- A Late Night … Read More

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VIDEO: The Hip Abduction – “Come Alive”

October 2, 2016February 15, 2025 - by Mike Patti

St. Petersburg, Florida’s The Hip Abduction (THA) released their new studio album, Gold Under The Glow back on March 11th. They're still celebrating the release of that record as they … Read More

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The Expansion of 311’s ‘Grassroots Uplifter’

September 23, 2016January 2, 2025 - by Mike Patti

311 continues to make noise in and outside of the music scene and The Pier recently caught up with front-man Nick Hexum to discuss the bands latest tour, alternative business …

SOJA to Release Their First Live Album

September 22, 2016February 15, 2025 - by Mike Patti

Known for putting on one of the best shows in reggae, it’s only fitting that SOJA has decided to release an official live album. SOJA is dropping the album, titled …

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INTERVIEW: John Brown’s Body