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The Originalites

Rank #8 Fountain Valley, CA Reggae / Ska / Punk

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Members: Daniel Tello- Guitar/Vocals, Tim Frankeny- Bass Guitar, Peter Fontes- Drums, Michael Belk- Saxophone/Vocals

Sounds Like: Slightly Stoopid, Sublime, The Specials, The Beat

Manager: self

Bio: The Orignalites began humbly in 2008 as a garage band and have evolved in to the original stylee they call their own today. "The Originalites Volume 1" was released in 2012, supported by wwith touring throughout the nation. In spring of 2012 The Originalites were featured in Ron Condon's "Session... See Full Bio

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“The Originalites Enjoy Their 'Ultra-Tasty Song Smoothies'”

— Adam Lovinus, OC Weekly

“Up-and-coming Orange County-based band, The Originalites wowed the Sunday crowd at Summerfest by winning the first ever "Battle of the Bands." The Originalites have a very unique style, integrating saxophone into their own raggae music. Check out lead vocalist/saxophonist Mike Belk representing his band and BTF by wearing the "Global Passion" shirt in white.”

— BTF Team, Originalites x Black Tie Flow (BTF).

“The next band was "The Originalites" who were added to the bill earlier that day. They were a pleasant surprise. Their upbeat ska reggae rhythms and sax solos by their singer Mike Belk definitely inspired some good old fashioned skank dancing on the beach. I talked with Mike after the show INTERVIEW WITH BRIAN WHIPP: +Hey my names Mike Belk, the bands called The Originalites. And we're based out of Fountain Valley, Orange County. -Hey so, how long have you guys been playing? +We've been playing for about two years now. -Do you guys get up to LA county much? +A couple times we got up to the Keyclub, we are trying to establish more fans in LA county. -Do you have any EP's right now? +Yeah we are in the process of making a professional EP at 17th St studios. TO SEE THE REST OF THE INTERVIEW VISIT: http://www.musicbailout.net/interviews/2/497-4th-of-july”

— Brian Whipp, 4th of July Beach Party 2010 in Playa Del Rey

“The Originalites vol. 1 is an extremely impressive first release. From the catchy irresistible lyrics on songs like So Natural, Cindy Poo and Spinning ‘Round, to the extreme and undeniable talent displayed by every member on instrumental tracks Sidewalk Ska and DT Ska only solidifies the notion that The Originalites are here to stay.”

— Ashley Allred, ThePier.org

“...the Fountain Valley four-piece may remind you of mid-'90s ska groups like Sublime, however their mellow lyrics are more upbeat...”

— Aimee Murillo, OC Weekly Blogs

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Thu
May 23

Last Exit Live
Phoenix, AZ, US | 8:00pm
Last Exit Live
Phoenix, AZ, US
Thu May 23 8:00pm
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Jun 16

El Cid Theater
Hollywood, CA, US | 11:30pm
El Cid Theater
Hollywood, CA, US
Sun Jun 16 11:30pm
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Jul 27

The Pacific Amphitheatre
Costa Mesa, CA, US | 7:00pm
The Pacific Amphitheatre
Costa Mesa, CA, US
Sat Jul 27 7:00pm
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Meaning In Masterpiece
Good stuff dudes!
IndyStation
you are great band and nice sound, sir.
Mighty
always good workin w/u guys! were about to blow the lid off this - Mighty
Wolfe
I wanna play in yer band!!!..lol rub a dub on the guitar... you guys sound fucking tight!!! like some filibuster shyt!!!!! big up!!!!!
A Bear with a Car on...
Great playin with yall at the 4th of july beach party. Vibin the tunes. peace
Straight Up Down
What up fellas? Lookin forward to playing with you guys again. Keepin it Iree