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The Resolvers define "Big Band Reggae" by combining classic Jamaican roots and lively New Orleans stylings. Siblings Ojay and Sahara Smith (son and daughter of international reggae artist Ernie Smith) exchange lead vocal roles with Israeli born bandleader and guitarist Ron Eisner while their rock solid rhythm and bombastic horn sections set the pace. Their show has been described as "explosive" and "must see," and the band has gained the reputation as a premier live reggae act. The Resolvers have shared the stage with The Wailers, Julian Marley, Stephen Marley, Damian Marley, Kymani Marley, Inner Circle, English Beat, Yellowman, Matisyahu, Lee 'Scratch' Perry and Mishka along with many other world renowned acts in major international festivals such as Marley Fest, Jamaican Jazz & Blues Fest, Sun Fest, AURA Music & Arts Fest, Dub Fest and more.

Born in the depths of subterranean groove gatherings, Backbeat Underground is a Washington, DC based instrumental funk group with soul jazz influences. Bringing their years of collective experience in the DC and NYC music scenes, the band delivers tight, energetic sets steeped in fresh improvisation and head-bopping, booty-shaking pockets. Backbeat Underground was proud to serve as stewards of the funk in DC’s first and second annual Funk Parade, and the band is quickly gaining notoriety for their organic and smoldering blend of soulful funk and jazz.

María También is a DJ and music lover with a knack for creating unforgettable vibes. Drawing from her global experiences and diverse cultural roots, she blends deep house, afro house, tribal beats, and progressive grooves into sets that feel both fresh and timeless. Whether it’s the soulful rhythms of Africa, the fiery energy of Mediterranean sounds, or the hypnotic melodies of the Middle East, María’s music takes you on a journey that’s as eclectic as it is electric.

Her sets are a mix of underground gems and classic favorites, all carefully chosen to keep the dancefloor moving. With a love for everything from jazz and hip-hop to folk and electronic beats, María’s sound is a melting pot of influences that feels both personal and universal. Expect deep, pulsing basslines, dreamy tech rhythms, and a vibe that’s uniquely hers.

María’s passion for music shines through in every set, inviting listeners to lose themselves in the rhythm and discover something new. If you’re looking for a sound that’s fresh, soulful, and full of surprises, María También is here to provide.

Past Performances include: Multiple Lightning in a Bottle Festivals, Hulaween, World Fest, DoLab Stage at Coachella, opening sets with artists such as Mark Farina, Marques Wyatt, Sabo, Goldcap, Soul Clap, Patricio, David Harness, Beauty and The Beast (Philipp Jung and Hólmar (Acid Tourist)) and Rodriguez Jr. 

Bookings: mariatambienbookings@gmail.com

Established in Miami in 2006 Elastic Bond infuses an uplifting sound self-described as psychedelic tropical soul. The band originally started out as a loose studio collaboration between Venezuelan producer-musician Andrés Ponce and Honduran singer-songwriter Sofy Encanto, and soon developed into a unique blend of Funk, Hip Hop, Soul and Latin written and performed in Spanish and English.
Working independently as underground artists, EB self-released two albums “Madrugada” and “Excursion” and continued honing their live show for the next couple of years around Florida, North Carolina and New York City for the 2011 LAMC Conference. 
In 2013 Elastic Bond signed with Nacional Records, and released their album "Real" in the US and Japan which debuted at #1 on the iTunes Latin Alternative charts and made a few top lists of 2013 including the iTunes Hot Albums of 2013, and PRI “The World's Top 16 albums you should have listened to in 2013”. Songs from “Real” were featured on various TV networks such as MTV, Concert Channel, PBS, ESPN, CNN, Discovery Channel, Nickelodeon, CW Networks, Univision and ABC.  Selected as a "World Café Next Artist" by NPR and dubbed "Florida funk fusionists" by the LA Times, EB followed the release with some touring in cities along the East and West Coast of the US and Canada. 
In 2017, the band released their latest album “Honey Bun” in collaboration with Grammy winner Adrian Quesada as co-producer.  This new album presents an organic soul sound with a glaze of hip hop and it’s the band’s first vinyl release. The first single and title track “Honey Bun” debuted via Univision’s Uforia. The second single “Un Lugar” featuring rapper Ephniko was selected as Top Tune of the Day by LA’s KCRW station. Elastic Bond is scheduled to perform in the 2017 LAMC conference as well as shows in Mexico and Grassroots Festival in Ithaca, NY and Pilsen Festival in Chicago this summer. Elastic Bond collaborations include “El Paradise” Los Amigos Invisibles, “Caribe” Locos por Juana, “Oro” Palenque Soultribe and “Where we come from” Pacha Massive.

The Rhythm Foundation is a non-profit cultural presenter, based in Miami Beach, FL. Since its founding in 1988, Rhythm Foundation has produced over 500 world music concerts and festivals.

This is where you'll find my mixes and editions of my Bootlegs & B-Sides shows from Radio RapTz (Paris), Radio Byron (Byron Bay) and PlayFM (Dublin)

De Rigueur is the anything-good-and-chill nom de plum of a man like Mike Reger. Some De Rigueur DJ mixes can be found at mixcloud.com/derigueur.
De Rigueur is also known as mikey dubs:
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