Before the upstroke guitars and sun-soaked harmonies of modern reggae-rock, there was the blast of brass coming out of Oakland. Tower of Power’s horn section—punchy, precise, and relentlessly funky—didn’t just …
From Oakland to Ocean Beach: How Tower of Power’s Horns Shaped Reggae-Rock’s Groove Read More
By the late ’60s, San Francisco was already humming with psychedelic revolution, but across the Bay in Oakland, something grittier was taking shape. When a young Emilio Castillo met baritone …
How Tower of Power Put Oakland on the Musical Map With East Bay Grease Read More
On December 20, 2025, the culmination of California’s legendary musical history will come together for one night only. WAR, Tower of Power and Poncho Sanchez will unite for an evening …
WAR, Tower of Power, and Poncho Sanchez Coming to YouTube Theater December 20 With DJ Muggs Read MoreOn the heels of a successful winter and spring 2024 tour, Bay Area funk and soul icons Tower of Power have announced a series of dates across Europe. The tour …
Tower of Power Expands 56th Anniversary Tour to Europe, Announces New Lead Singer Read More
