Cali Vibes Festival Returns to Long Beach with Reggae, Hip-Hop and Gwen Stefani

The sonically eclectic Cali Vibes Festival is making a return to the scenic shores of Long Beach. Scheduled for Feb. 16-18, the festival is gearing up for its three-day extravaganza at Marina Green Park, serenading attendees with a diverse lineup of reggae, rock, ska, and hip-hop. This year, the festival proudly features a special performance by No Doubt's frontwoman, Gwen Stefani.

A Lineup that Bridges Genres and Generations

The festival's opening day on Friday, Feb. 16, sets the stage for artists like Stick Figure, alongside reggae legends Damian Jr. Gong & Stephen Marley, and fan-favorite Shaggy. Saturday promises an action-packed day with performances from Slightly Stoopid, Sublime with Rome, and the critically acclaimed Slightly Stoopid, building up to Gwen Stefani's much-anticipated set. The event will come to a close on Sunday with Rebelution, complemented by high-energy acts including Ice Cube and The Roots.

Celebrating Cultural Influences and Music Evolution

Nic Adler, from Goldenvoice, expresses immense satisfaction with the festival lineup, emphasizing the unique atmosphere that the bands will create. The event not only showcases illustrious veteran musicians like Shaggy, who plans to deliver a setlist filled with well-known hits, but it also underscores the reggae culture's influence and the blooming future of island music through the BoomYard Stage. Additionally, 2023's 50th anniversary of hip-hop is honored with performances by genre-defining artists like Ice Cube and Wiz Khalifa.

Special Moments and Celebratory Performances

This year is especially significant for the band Slightly Stoopid, which celebrates its 30th anniversary and teases new music. At the same time, fans are eagerly waiting for Stefani's performance, hinting at something special in store for her Cali Vibes appearance. While the event stirs excitement for a possible sneak peek of No Doubt, anticipation continues to build as the festival approaches.

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