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El Kallpa Interview at Cali Roots 2025 | From Monterey to Peru, Roots Reggae with Global Soul

September 4, 2025

In this exclusive Music Coast interview, Peruvian-born artist El Kallpa opens up about his powerful solo journey, his set with Sensory Tribe at Cali Roots 2025, and his evolving identity as a lyricist, composer, and genre-blending performer. El Kallpa shares the meaning behind his upcoming solo project Rasta Nostalgia, his Latin-infused hip-hop record Yomismo Soy, and how he balances passion and purpose across multiple projects—including his duo Barkings. With deep reflections on independence, community, creativity, and culture, El Kallpa reminds us why staying true to your sound is the greatest act of resistance. 🎶 Featuring blends of reggae, hip-hop, reggaetón, and Afro-Latin flavor. 🔥 Latest track: “Rasta Nostalgia” (coming soon) 📍 Based in Monterey Bay, CA 💡 Advice to young artists: “If you're having more fun than sadness… keep going.”

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