About the Rhythm Natives

In the early '00s, Chatsworth High School became the meeting grounds for the band that is known as the Rhythm Natives. They were founded on a common love for hip hop and live instrumentation, and the integration of the two. Fronted by two emcees - Jon Narboneta, and Glen Techico - they’ve expanded into a six man unit that also includes: bassist Matt Mora, drummer Robert Fabros, keyboardist Chez Guinto, and guitarist Martin Fabros.

Their sound is found between the cracks of genre divisions. The organic mix of hip hop, jazz, R&B, and soul has earned them the respect of various events and venues up and down the California coast. Their lyrics are in tune with everyday experiences and social trends – all resonating with their listeners, who are often found immersed in a Rhythm Natives melody and rhyme.

In 2007, they recorded their live show at the Temple Bar in Los Angeles. Since then, copies have been floating around Southern California and beyond. The musical energy heard on each track is so significant, that it has left fans wanting more. In October 2010, the Rhythm Natives answered with the release of their self titled debut album that is sold in both digital and physical forms. They have proven to be on the rise, bringing a breath of fresh air to the art they love so much.

Amoeba Music

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

If I were to write this blog 4 years ago, you could find me in Hollywood every other weekend. There were two things that would give me the urge to travel south bound on the 101 freeway. It was simple: records and kicks. Before the Fairfax District, I use to hit up Melrose Ave and UNDFTD on La Brea to buy shoes. Fat Beats, Aron’s Records, and Amoeba Records were my go to for music.

My sister called me yesterday morning to ask if I could take her to Amoeba. I have not paid a visit to the store in a couple of years so I thought it would be Interesting to see how things have changed. Amoeba still carries anything and everything. From vintage posters to laserdiscs, they have it all. Though this place was not the best for digging for records, it was an excellent store to find new/used music, mixtapes, and material by independent artists. I don’t come around that often to Amoeba anymore because of various reasons; 1.) I don’t produce music as much as I did in the past. 2.) The Internet. 3.) Aron’s Records is gone and I’m out of the shoe game, which gives me no reason to drive to Hollywood for one store. Nonetheless, it was a nice visit. Times have definitely changed but the store remains the same.