Spreading messages of unity and peace, SLO-based roots reggae band True Zion inspires smiles and fills dance floors with their original wholesome music. This upbeat band aims to unify their audiences regardless of differences by singing about positivity, struggle, political turmoil, growth and cultural uplift. True Zion has toured all over California, sharing the stage with acts like Israel Vibration, Groundation, and Sly and Robbie. They have garnered New Times Music Awards for Best Single and Readers’ Choice for Best Band. The group’s lively rhythms and smooth grooves are created by Joseph Gonzalez on lead vocals, Corey Smaw on guitar and vocals, Michael Mendez on keys, Vance Fahie on bass, Gil Mares on drums, Darryl Maratas on percussion, Michael Galtress on saxophone, and Micah Brachman on trumpet.