THE EXPENDABLES SET TO RELEASE THEIR FIRST FULL-LENGTH ACOUSTIC ALBUM TITLED GONE SOFT ON MAY, 17 2012

The Expendables, California’s highly respected rock-surf band, is set to release their first full-length acoustic album, Gone Soft on May 17th, 2012. Gone Soft successfully displays their technical music skills, taking their powerhouse rock songs and re-arranging them to highlight a softer side of...

May 15th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

JOHN BROWN’S BODY EAST COAST TOUR

Future Roots Octet To Release New Studio Material On May 10th, progressive reggae band John Brown’s Body kicks off a ten-date east coast tour. The octet will be releasing new studio material later this spring. In the past three years, John Brown’s Body has completed first-ever tours of New...

May 8th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

BALLYHOO!

Our favorite time of year is coming, concert season, and this year is shaping up to be a doozy! It is no secret that we at NUG love our reggae, and are always on top of what our favorite bands are up to as well as looking for more bands to add to our playlists. So when we were offered the chance to interview...

May 2nd, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

NUG Magazine! Ticket Giveaway: Katchafire & Common Kings

It’s that time again and this time we are giving away a few pairs of tickets to see Katchafire & Common Kings in San Diego, CA! How can you win? It’s simple “Like” our FB page & Follow us on twitter.com/nugmag and on our FB Page we uploaded the poster… and just Like the poster!...

April 4th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

NUG Magazine Ticket Giveaway! The Expendables & Unwritten Law at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach

It’s that time again for another ticket giveaway this time we are giving tickets away to see The Expendables w/Special guests Unwritten Law, Josh Fischel and DJ Unite! 1 pair will be given on May 16th for each night to see them perform on May 24th and 25th at the Belly Up Tavern! How to win! Follow...

March 29th, 2012 | Music | Read More

SOJA’s performance on Jay Leno!

Yup! That’s right! Our boys SOJA made their national television debut on Jay Leno! We were very excited since this was the day after we got a chance to see them live in San Diego! It was amazing to finally see SOJA getting the exposure they truly deserve, so if you missed the performance click...

March 23rd, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

Stranger Ticket Giveaway!

That’s right we are giving away a few pairs of tickets to see Stranger with special guests Tribe of Kings in San Diego, CA! How can you win? It’s simple “Like” our FB page & Follow us on twitter.com/nugmag and on our FB Page we uploaded the poster… and just Like the poster! You can even...

March 23rd, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

311 AND SLIGHTLY STOOPID JOIN FORCES FOR “UNITY TOUR 2012”!

311 and Slightly Stoopid are joining forces for what promises to be the party of the summer, as the two bands prepare to launch Unity Tour 2012. This installment of the annual trek hits amphitheaters nationwide from July 8th to September 5th, with tickets for select shows go on sale starting March...

March 22nd, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

Rootz Underground is back on Tour!

Yep that’s right our boys Rootz Underground are hitting the road on their west coast tour! Starting March 28th in Denver, Colorado! The tour will end on April 22nd in Austin, Texas so be sure to check if they will be playing in a city near you! Also if you missed our article we posted last May...

March 19th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

Jah Sun New Album Coming March 24th

From the heart of Humboldt County,Jah Sun has quickly emerged as the pre-eminent California Reggae artist in the 21st Century. With huge international reggae anthems and a commitment to conscious living, Jah Sun’s music and message has spread the world over. Fusing the sounds of hip-hop, reggae...

March 13th, 2012 | Featured, Music, Videos | Read More

How’d the Show Go? SOJA, Anuhea and Gentlemen & The Evolution

SOJA at House of Blues San Diego w/ Anuhea and Gentlemen & The Evolution So, I have been pumped up waiting for the sold out SOJA show that took place last night at HOB in San Diego and I was not let down! We arrived early and took a spot close to the stage just in time to see the opener Anuhea, from...

March 12th, 2012 | Featured, How'd The Show Go?, Music | Read More

Rebelution Releases Video For “SKY IS THE LIMIT”

Santa Barbara, California based group Rebelution have released the video for “Sky is the Limit”, from their new chart topping album Peace of Mind. “Sky is the Limit” premiered on AOL today and you can check it out here. The video gives fans a glimpse in the studio as well as their...

February 24th, 2012 | Featured, Music, Videos | Read More

Aaron Evans: Family Always Matters

By Ben G. Rowin Aaron Evans released his video yesterday for his single “I’ve Been Blessed” from his first solo album “Family Always Matters” (F.A.M.). I have been a fan of Aaron’s earlier albums as front man for “The Green Brothers” and was stoked to hear his new album as it came together....

February 8th, 2012 | Featured, Music, Videos | Read More

Interview with Tommy Dubs

By: SD Liz His music is in his name, Tommy Dubs! What does Tommy dub? “Punky reggae and Dub-influenced urban sounds,” according to the man himself! Tommy Dubs is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, keys guy, and, most importantly, a producer. He produced two of his own compilations last month titled...

February 6th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

Outlaw Nation

By. SD Liz Happy New Year! ‘Twas the season to cherish memories, and now it’s time to start the New Year! NUG Magazine is checking in with Stoopid Records’ Outlaw Nation, a reggae/rock band from New Orleans, Louisiana…and more recently, Miami, Florida. With members residing from both cities,...

January 17th, 2012 | Featured, Music | Read More

How’d The Show Go? Lee “Scratch” Perry show 

By: SD Liz On December 9th, Irie Nation generously took NUG Magazine and guests to see legendary Lee “Scratch” Perry play at the 4th & B in Downtown, San Diego. Bringing original dub style, The Upsetter played some irie music for a nice crowd; those who obviously enjoy roots/dub reggae from Jamaica....

January 7th, 2012 | Featured, How’d The Show Go?, Music | Read More

Sleep Lady – Fighting For The Year CD

Remember the first time you got really baked and sat down and listened to an album all the way through and just absorbed it? San Diego’s Sleep Lady transports you through space and time on a tour of the mystery of existence that is equal parts violent, ambient, terrifying, and soothing. The band...

January 6th, 2012 | Featured, Music, Squire's Corner | Read More

Wild Style Hip Hop 

By: Aaron Evans Last month, while introducing my new series in NUG, I chose to title the piece by posing a question rather than making a statement, “What is Hip Hop?” Being that hip hop is a melting pot of multiple forms of self-expression, it seemed logical to approach the culture from...

January 4th, 2012 | Featured, Hip Hop, Music | Read More

Phat Reggae Dub

By: M.J. Smith Ahhh, the sounds of sweet youth…Phat Reggae Dub reminds me of my teenage years, “Cause there’s no where I’d rather be, chillin’ with my friends in the city by the sea.” Oh how I long for life to be that simple again…Not to say that their music is simple, their classic reggae...

December 29th, 2011 | Featured, Music | Read More

Tribal Theory

By: SD Liz Tribal Theory consists of Aberay (AJ), Seuko, Dominic, Rich, Paul, Nico, and Peter. They are a 7-piece band playing…well, I’m not sure exactly. In a recent interview, they told NUG they have yet to define their music, but overall, it is a mix of R&B, Hip-Hop, and island-style Reggae....

December 23rd, 2011 | Featured, Music | Read More

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