Raised on the beaches of Southern California, Aaron Smith is a rapper, actor, musician, and father who became known to the world simply as Shwayze following a massive music breakout in 2008. The Malibu native released his debut album Buzzin’ that summer with singer-producer Cisco Adler. The duo hit the road immediately on the Vans Warped Tour wearing skinny jeans, and singing about lost weekends in Hollywood, all while bringing the most legendary parties with them wherever they went. Shwayze has since gone on to work with an array of producers and release several independent albums such as Shwayze Summer on his self-funded Feel Good Entertainment Music label. He continues reinventing his sound while staying true to the influences that brought him where he is today. The past decade has boasted an impressive resume including a top 10 album, Billboard chart topping singles including ‘Buzzin’ and ‘Corona & Lime,’ a rock-doc reality show on MTV, and a number of roles in feature films and major network television-all while living on the road much of the year touring the world. Shwayze continues to perform around the world and each year he finds new territories and fanbases to connect with.
Bikini Trill is an LA based, surf-pop trio formed in 2017 by vocalist Lauren ‘LJ’ Johnson, bassist, Kourosh ‘Roach’ Poursalehi, and guitarist, Tony Stern. The group seamlessly blend electronic, hip-hop drums, skank island guitars, and dreamy vocal melodies to create a sound that has been compared to the likes of Santigold, Sublime, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
TWIN FIN
Robbie & Tyler started making music together in 2012 in Hollister, California, and quickly became a musical duo. They went their separate ways after high school, but still remained close and continued to practice their love of music.
Years later Robbie got stationed on Oahu, and after hearing the first rough-cut of “Mai Tais,” Tyler moved to Oahu too, eager to record “Mai Tais” live. Soon after living together, Robbie and Tyler recorded a demo album in their living room.
During a backyard jam session on the North Shore, it became clear that Chase was the perfect addition to Robbie and Tyler’s musical duo. After their second show as a trio, longtime friend Zack jammed out with the guys, and there was no turning back. Twin Fin was born.
Since their first show as a four-piece, the band has become a musical sensation in Honolulu, consistently selling out shows, and continuing to record for their first debut album coming this year.
