Part One Tribe

Part One Tribe sounds like the intersection of a California beach party and a Midwestern dive bar. Their music is built on the skeletal framework of reggae, but it is fleshed out with the muscle of blues-rock and the restless spirit of the American road. You can hear the miles they have put on their van in every raspy vocal line and overdriven guitar lick. It is music that feels lived-in, slightly frayed at the edges, and entirely authentic to the DIY touring experience.

What sets them apart is their refusal to stay within the clean, polished lines of modern island reggae. Instead, they lean into a gritty, high-energy fusion that incorporates soulful organ swells and aggressive, bluesy guitar solos. The rhythm section maintains a steady skank, but the overall delivery has more in common with the raw energy of 90s alternative rock than the pristine production of contemporary roots music. It is 'Road Warrior' music in the truest sense.

Start with 'Obvious As Ever' or 'Gimme $5' to hear them at their most cohesive. These tracks capture the band's ability to blend infectious grooves with a hard-earned, blue-collar intensity that makes them a favorite for fans of the Long Beach sound who want something a little more unrefined.