Tribal Seeds is an American /Mexican reggae band based in San Diego that was formed in 2005 by the Jacobo brothers, singer Steven Rene and producer Tony-Ray.
On July 19, 2011, Tribal Seeds released their first EP titled, Soundwaves, which peaked at #2[4] on the Billboard Top Reggae Albums chart.
In the beginning of 2013, the band parted ways with guitarists Marc Muñoz, percussionist Tony Navarro, and bassist John Wegener.
Representing contains 12 original recordings featuring Don Carlos, Mykal Rose, Kyle McDonald of Slightly Stoopid, Vaughn Benjamin of Midnite, New Kingston, Maad T-Ray (Tribal Seeds' producer), and guitarist, Gonzo.
Tony-Ray Jacobo decided to ditch the keyboard and live performances to solely focus on producing Tribal Seeds' music and albums, so he will remain with the band behind the scenes.
Tribal Seeds released their fifth studio album, titled Ancient Blood on February 9, 2024.
The 17-track album features: Gonzo & Maad T-Ray, Hector Roots Lewis, Hempress Sativa, Hollie Cook, Kabaka Pyramid, The Movement, Romain Virgo, The Elovaters, Twinkle Brothers, as well Spanish singer Chiquis Lozoya.
[3] Tribal Seeds won Artist of the Year[12] at the San Diego Music Awards in 2017.