Eric Rachmany

Born on May 15, 1984, in San Francisco, California, Eric Rachmany developed his musical interests during his formative years in Northern California and a period in Guam. His foundation in music led him to co-found Rebelution in 2004 in Isla Vista, California, alongside fellow students from the University of California, Santa Barbara. As the lead vocalist and guitarist, Rachmany has been central to Rebelution’s sound, which blends reggae with elements of rock, pop, and hip-hop. His musical influences include artists such as Don Carlos and the Dave Matthews Band.

Under Rachmany’s leadership, Rebelution released their debut album, “Courage to Grow,” in 2007. This initial success marked the beginning of a notable career. In 2009, the band achieved their first number one position on the Billboard Reggae Chart, a feat they would repeat for five consecutive records. A significant milestone occurred in 2017 when Rebelution received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Reggae Album, reflecting their growing influence in the music industry. The band has also performed at major festivals including Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, ACL, and Glastonbury, and headlined sold-out shows at venues like Red Rocks and The Greek Theatre.

In addition to his work with Rebelution, Rachmany expanded his musical endeavors in 2014 by co-founding Unified Highway, a side project with producer and DJ Amp Live. This collaboration explores a different facet of his musical range. In 2023, Rachmany embarked on a solo acoustic tour with Kyle Ahern, performing acoustic renditions of his music. Throughout his career, Rachmany has continued to release new material with Rebelution, including their 2021 studio album “In The Moment” and their latest album, “Reflections,” which are available on various streaming platforms.