The Riddims

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Along the Way Cover Art

Along the Way (feat. Shakamon)

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The Riddims claim their spot as New Mexico's leading reggae band.

—Dominick Vitelli, Kurple Magazine Vol 6.2

  • Best New Band
  • Best New Album: Homegrown EP
  • Best New Single: Smoke and Mirrors

Best of Burque Music Showcase 2017, Alibi

Upcoming Shows

Music

Along the Way Artwork

Along the Way

Single (2023)

Love Steady Artwork

Love Steady

Single (2022)

Let the Music Play Artwork

Let the Music Play

Single (2022)

Smoke by Myself Artwork

Smoke by Myself

Single (2020)

Grounded Artwork

Grounded

EP (2019)

About Us

The Riddims is a High Desert Reggae band from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our music is inspired by Roots Reggae, Hip-Hop, Rock, and our native New Mexican music. These inspirations formed the genre "High Desert Reggae" which is gaining popularity in the Southwestern US. The Riddims consists of 6 members; Myles Chavez, Chris Cruz, Donavon Ortiz, Rick Gonzalez, Tony Gallegos, Kevin Sanchez, and Tony Rinaldi. We have been honored to share the stage with many bands including: New Kingston, Hirie, Seedless, E.N. Young, Through the Roots, Arise Roots, Iya Terra, The Supervillains, Brewfish, Fayuca, Black Bottom Lighters, as well as Reggae legends Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare and more! We released our second EP titled "Grounded" in April 2019. It is available on iTunes, Spotify, and all digital outlets.

Myles Chavez

Myles Chavez

Vocals & Lead Guitar

Donavon Ortiz

Donavon Ortiz

Rhythm Guitar

Chris Cruz

Chris Cruz

Percussion

Rick Gonzalez

Rick Gonzalez

Keys

Tony Gallegos

Tony Gallegos

Bass

Kevin Sanchez

Kevin Sanchez

Drums

Tony Rinaldi

Tony Rinaldi

Trombone