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.

 

Monthly Archives: April 2010

THE LOS ANGELES PREMIER OF “TIMELESS”

If the Timeless series was baseball then I’d be batting .333, that’s okay right? I had the chance to attend the “Suite for Ma Dukes” event and missed the other two. You know, there was suppose to be a fourth session with David Axelrod, but I guess his timing was on point and pulled out...

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SALUTE THE LEGACY!

Sorry for the late link but we’ve been really busy tightening up strings for the LP. Please enjoy the “Salute” mix by DJ Premier. Pay close attention to the stories that are told during the broadcast, unreleased album interludes, promos and how Primo cuts up the songs, hidden messages for real. Guru lives. Keith "Guru"...

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DJ NUTS – ARTHUR VEROCAI MIX

   DJ Nuts is an astute and rigorous historian of Brasil’s vast and varied musical culture. His record collection is legendary; his skills as a DJ are world class. We commissioned him to make this mix to help people understand the extraordinary legacy of Verocai. Many by now know Verocai’s self-titled album, some even know...

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An afternoon with the Rhythm Natives

Yesterday’s album cover photo shoot went perfect. We got the shots that we needed to make this album cover come alive. Thank you to our fam Tricia (CA) and Alex Rapada for taking the time out of their busy schedule to take the shots. Oishi Media also come through to shoot some behind the scenes...

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M.I.A. – “Born Free” Video

A 9 minute long visual assault with about as much unairbrushed sex and violence as any music video can handle. Enjoy… M.I.A, Born Free from ROMAIN-GAVRAS on Vimeo.

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