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 DJ Alex Rapada.
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 Los Angeles events like Bridges, Soul Sessions, Sonido Sundays, and The Rootdown. 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. 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 their fans wanting more. Lucky for them, the guys are currently in the studio with producer Asi Friedman, working on a new album. With an early 2010 release date, the Rhythm Natives are slated to be on the rise and bring a breath of fresh air to the art they love so much.
This week has been HELL for us trying to tighten up the last few tracks for our final studio session this weekend at Anime Project. THANK YOU to the CA (ChicharonAdventures) fam for dropping by and supporting.
“TO THE TOP!” as Tricia would say.
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We’re still alive. We’ve been working hard at our new rehearsal studio and will be going back to Anime Project this weekend to record the last tracks for the album.
Keep checking back for updates on what’s to come in the next couple months.
Meanwhile, enjoy this clip from one of my favorite childhood movies …...
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Bambu: Slow Down (with Prometheus Brown of Blue Scholars) from Beatrock Music on Vimeo.
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