"Coastal Sage is poised to become the next big Santa Cruz reggae fusion band. Blending elastic dub lines with searing blues guitar might at first appear a dodgy proposition, but the band pulls it off impressively. Unlike other new-model California reggae bands, Coastal Sage is refreshingly traditionalist in its approach, while still sounding wholly contemporary. Like the scrub that grows up and down our Northern California coast and gives Coastal Sage its name, the band is the sort of amalgamation of classic rock and traditional reggae that is wholly unique to this region." -Paul Davis, Metro Santa Cruz
Burning a path as a trend setting young entry into the California reggae scene, Coastal Sage is a group of life long friends and musicians who professionally and respectfully blend the traditional and the modern in Reggae Music. Heavily influenced by Jamaican culture and rising roots music from around the world, Coastal Sage is uniquely able to incorporate new ideas while paying homage to the great artists of the past. With blistering lead guitar virtuosity, dynamic rhythm and lyrical ability, audiences continue to be captivated and amazed by the talent of this group of young men from Santa Cruz California. After sharing the stage with major reggae acts including "Collie Buddz," "Junior Reid," "Yami Bolo" and "Eek a Mouse," Coastal Sage is working on their debut studio album "All the Time," set for release during Summer 2009. Look for the bands shows throughout California as they promote their new Album and continue to build their rapidly growing fanbase.
you guys are opening for the meditations?! thats awesome! before you know it you'll be in humboldt county jammin out at reggae on the river! keep the heady ass reggae alive.
Saturday night at the Crow's Nest was absolutely divine. You guys seriously rocked the house! Thanks for a terrific show, I'm still thinking about it 2 days later - so glad I went. Can't wait until the next time! Cheers - Kristin
