From the heart of Los Angeles rises a powerful movement
known as Arise Roots. Steadily becoming a household name
around the globe, the group of six veteran musicians united
their talents in order to bring a unique and refreshing
interpretation of Roots-Reggae with the common goal of
preserving its true message.
Finding inspiration in everything from the streets of LA to
situations surrounding everyday life and social injustices
throughout the world, Arise Roots instinctively brings all that
attitude and energy directly to the stage and music. Their
fresh and powerful, yet smooth delivery has earned Arise
Roots praise from some of the biggest names in both
International and American Reggae.
The success of their last two albums, Moving Forward (2013)
and Love and War (2014) which proved to be a solid
foundation for the band as they began to tour heavily on the
west coast while also reaching new markets in areas such as
Canada and across the entire United States. After extensive
touring and festival appearances in 2015, Arise Roots
recorded two new singles in 2016, “ Rootsman Town ” featuring
Capleton (Jamaica) and “ Crisis .” The releases were heavily
supported on the Rootsman Summer Tour, which totaled 4
weeks of Arise Roots hosting their first headlining campaign.
Arise Roots newest full length record is set to be released June
19th, 2020 and features some heavyweight artist including;
Eric Rachmany of Rebelution, Kyle Mcdonald of Slightly
Stoopid, Lutan Fyah, Nattali Rize &amp; Turbulence. The true
essence of their music is caught in their live performances, so
make sure to keep an eye out for Arise Roots coming to a city
near you!

In 2002, Greg Piken burst onto the pop music scene (as Gregory Scott) with his debut album, The Waking Hour. He garnered two Top40 singles on the R&R charts, “Spark” and “Closing In”, which he followed up with Radio Disney and school tours across the U.S. In 2004, he released a Contemporary Christian album, Driving Force and the single, “My Prayer” which earned airplay on over 40 CCM radio stations across the US and Canada. In addition, the artist picked up wins for CCM Artist of the Year at the Los Angeles Music Awards and 95.9FM- The Fish’s “Be a Starfish” Contest. 

In 2004, Greg’s focus had turned toward full time ministry in the church. He has since served for 10 years as the Young Adult Pastor at Journey of Faith in Manhattan Beach, CA. Now returning to his first love of music, he draws on his ministry experience to tell stories of love, loss, hope, and inspiration. 

Greg recently scored cuts with country singer Brandon Chase (Season 5 of the Voice), and is writing with several up and coming country and CCM artists.


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