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 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.

"Twitta Dat"

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“deck” the halls

Continuing their Holiday 2009 line Primitive is DECKing the halls with some Primitive script skateboard decks. Manufactured in the same facility as Plan B Skateboards. Get it now while supplies last.

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Primitive 2009 Holiday line

Our good friends from Primitive proudly present the Primitive 2009 Holiday line.
***click on the Primivite banner above to see the entire line.
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What’s new ‘on the blvd.’?

They’re here! The November Primitive New Era line is now available at www.primitiveshoes.com or if you’re in the area just stop by the shop and check out what’s new at Primitive. Make sure you look out for the Primitive holiday line coming soon. If you follow them on their Twitter I’m pretty sure you saw...

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nixon x primitive

Get it at Primitive
Primitive
17060 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, CA 91316
818.479.7171
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On the Blvd.

Yesterday, I headed down on the blvd to visit our good friends at Primitive and caught up with Andy. Business is doing good and Andy and the rest of the Primitive fam have been pretty busy with their upcoming projects they have lined up and I was fortunate enough to get a sneak peek thanks...

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