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.

 

Category Archives: Entertainment

E/DiLLA

I told you, “The floodgates are open!” February is thick with J Dilla tributes and today’s pick is a mix by the homie and fellow Rick & Ray fam, ERok. I caught him last night at Basicali‘s release party and was convinced that he is one of the best super technical djs out there. He...

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VX

I’ve been on some left shit lately. I was just inspired by this Stretch and Bobbito compilation last night and today I’m bumping some Venus X. I wanted to share it with you and hopefully you can feel it. I’m off on that whole scary part (around the 12:30 mark) and always fast forward to...

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TURN IT UP!

Awe yeah, it’s February and it’s about to rain hard on everyone. It’s just the first week of the month and sure enough, the movers and shakers in Los Angeles are at it again. If you are in L.A. this Saturday, cancel all of your plans that night and hit up Boombox. Big shouts to...

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Yardee

Last Saturday we played at Scotland Yard with Garfield Adams, most of our friends kicked it, drank it and got pissy drunk.  This spot will be our new home for the rest of the year, we start our first residency on March 17.  Peace to all the new people that bought RN cds. Mart is always playing...

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Every 3rd Saturdays

Cheers to the great news that our management over at Rick & Ray tweeted about. We are excited about this opportunity to cultivate and program our own event at Scotland Yard every 3rd Saturdays of the month starting February. As planned, we will be hosting a night at the Scotland Yard along with our brother...

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