Don Carlos, Maka Roots

Sat Apr 12 2025

9:00 PM (Doors 8:00 PM)

Belly Up

143 S. Cedros Ave Solana Beach, CA 92075

Belly Up

143 S. Cedros Ave Solana Beach, CA 92075

$42-$74

Ages 21+

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General Admission Ticket Price: $42 advanced / $45 day of show (GA tickets available at box office / service charges apply for online & phone purchases).

Loft Ticket Price: $74 reserved loft seating (loft tickets available at box office / service charges apply for online & phone purchases). Loft available over the phone 858-481-8140 or in person at our box office. (seating chart / virtual venue tour)

Not on the e-mail list for venue presales? Sign up to be a Belly Up VIP and you will never miss a chance to grab tickets before they go on sale to the general public again!

There are no refunds or exchanges on tickets once purchased.

All times and supporting acts are subject to change.

Belly Up Presents
Don Carlos, Maka Roots

  • Don Carlos

    Don Carlos

    World

    Legendary reggae artist Don Carlos started his singing career in 1965 by collaborating with likeminded musicians before quickly moving on to create solo singles. In 1972, Carlos became one of the original contributors of Black Uhuru, founding the Jamaican trio alongside co-founders Garth Dennis and Derrick "Duckie" Simpson. Two years after the trio's groundbreaking debut, the group split and Carlos moved on to pursue a solo career.After spending three years developing his songwriting craft and grooming his distinctive vocal style, Carlos released his debut solo record Suffering in May 1981. The strong release took the industry by storm and soon became a massive hit in Africa. Carlos' most recent solo work was on 2010's Changes, though Carlos also recently appeared on a 2012 album by the modern San Diego reggae group Slightly Stoopid.
  • Maka Roots

    Maka Roots

    World

    Maka Roots is a veteran in Reggae music who stands firm and true, reverent to the traditional and foundation roots reggae sound and esthetic. His music is original, modern and progressive as well. Along with these vital qualities, his music is heartfelt, with a positive, conscious message. Thought provoking music that pleases the ears and elevates the mind. Music that moves the heart and lifts the spirit. The message is lyrically sharp, potent and relevant. His versatile live set is a balance of styles from the reggae music spectrum. From conscious roots anthems to digi-dancehall style, rebel music to lovers rock, Maka Roots plays it all. Tight and crisp. Melodic, thoughtful and creative. Fierce and driving. Dubwise and bubbling. Executed with precision and heart. Live performances are a refreshing, positive and upful experience. His reputation is solidified as one of San Diego's top roots reggae artists and is felt wherever he takes the stage.

    His musical journey began in 1985, after the profound impact reggae music and its spiritual message had on him. For over three decades, Maka has remained steadfast in the mission, performing in reggae bands in California and Hawaii. He is a founding member of Hawaii's pioneering reggae band, The Heartical Crew. Their orthodox, roots sound influenced many of today’s well known Hawaiian reggae bands. After many years of directing all aspects of the music business, he focused on his personal musical path. Stepping from the keyboards and up to the microphone as a conscious roots vocalist he released his debut CD, 'I Sight'. His musical journey has come full circle, returning to California.
    Maka Roots continues to perform and record and is commited to his musical mission. Like all the great roots reggae singers that influenced him, he is equally serious about his faith, Livity and music. His works are respected by his musical peers and well received in the reggae community. Through years of reasoning with Elders of Ras Tafari, he realized it was truly a divine force guiding his path, as he strives to live his life as his elders, with humility and love. Experience, wisdom and an unwavering sense of purpose are the strength and the spirit driving his music and message. Reggae Music. Blessed. Sanctified. Edified. Born in Jamaica and brought to the four corners of the Earth. Universal music in reverence of the Most High with Love and Respect for all people.

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limit 8 per person
General Admission
General admission is standing room. All seating within general admission is first come, first serve.
Advance General Admission
$52.50 ($42.00 + $10.50 fees)
LOFT SEAT 26
Loft Seat
$86.90 ($74.00 + $12.90 fees)
LOFT SEAT 33
Partially Obstructed View
Loft Seat
$86.90 ($74.00 + $12.90 fees)

Delivery Method

ticketFast
Will Call

Terms & Conditions

This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.

Belly Up Presents

Don Carlos, Maka Roots

Sat Apr 12 2025 9:00 PM

(Doors 8:00 PM)

Belly Up Solana Beach CA
Don Carlos, Maka Roots

$42-$74 Ages 21+

General Admission Ticket Price: $42 advanced / $45 day of show (GA tickets available at box office / service charges apply for online & phone purchases).

Loft Ticket Price: $74 reserved loft seating (loft tickets available at box office / service charges apply for online & phone purchases). Loft available over the phone 858-481-8140 or in person at our box office. (seating chart / virtual venue tour)

Not on the e-mail list for venue presales? Sign up to be a Belly Up VIP and you will never miss a chance to grab tickets before they go on sale to the general public again!

There are no refunds or exchanges on tickets once purchased.

All times and supporting acts are subject to change.

Legendary reggae artist Don Carlos started his singing career in 1965 by collaborating with likeminded musicians before quickly moving on to create solo singles. In 1972, Carlos became one of the original contributors of Black Uhuru, founding the Jamaican trio alongside co-founders Garth Dennis and Derrick "Duckie" Simpson. Two years after the trio's groundbreaking debut, the group split and Carlos moved on to pursue a solo career.After spending three years developing his songwriting craft and grooming his distinctive vocal style, Carlos released his debut solo record Suffering in May 1981. The strong release took the industry by storm and soon became a massive hit in Africa. Carlos' most recent solo work was on 2010's Changes, though Carlos also recently appeared on a 2012 album by the modern San Diego reggae group Slightly Stoopid.

Maka Roots is a veteran in Reggae music who stands firm and true, reverent to the traditional and foundation roots reggae sound and esthetic. His music is original, modern and progressive as well. Along with these vital qualities, his music is heartfelt, with a positive, conscious message. Thought provoking music that pleases the ears and elevates the mind. Music that moves the heart and lifts the spirit. The message is lyrically sharp, potent and relevant. His versatile live set is a balance of styles from the reggae music spectrum. From conscious roots anthems to digi-dancehall style, rebel music to lovers rock, Maka Roots plays it all. Tight and crisp. Melodic, thoughtful and creative. Fierce and driving. Dubwise and bubbling. Executed with precision and heart. Live performances are a refreshing, positive and upful experience. His reputation is solidified as one of San Diego's top roots reggae artists and is felt wherever he takes the stage.

His musical journey began in 1985, after the profound impact reggae music and its spiritual message had on him. For over three decades, Maka has remained steadfast in the mission, performing in reggae bands in California and Hawaii. He is a founding member of Hawaii's pioneering reggae band, The Heartical Crew. Their orthodox, roots sound influenced many of today’s well known Hawaiian reggae bands. After many years of directing all aspects of the music business, he focused on his personal musical path. Stepping from the keyboards and up to the microphone as a conscious roots vocalist he released his debut CD, 'I Sight'. His musical journey has come full circle, returning to California.
Maka Roots continues to perform and record and is commited to his musical mission. Like all the great roots reggae singers that influenced him, he is equally serious about his faith, Livity and music. His works are respected by his musical peers and well received in the reggae community. Through years of reasoning with Elders of Ras Tafari, he realized it was truly a divine force guiding his path, as he strives to live his life as his elders, with humility and love. Experience, wisdom and an unwavering sense of purpose are the strength and the spirit driving his music and message. Reggae Music. Blessed. Sanctified. Edified. Born in Jamaica and brought to the four corners of the Earth. Universal music in reverence of the Most High with Love and Respect for all people.

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

Select Tickets

Ages 21+
limit 8 per person
General Admission
General admission is standing room. All seating within general admission is first come, first serve.
Advance General Admission
$52.50 ($42.00 + $10.50 fees)
LOFT SEAT 26
Loft Seat
$86.90 ($74.00 + $12.90 fees)
LOFT SEAT 33
Partially Obstructed View
Loft Seat
$86.90 ($74.00 + $12.90 fees)

Delivery Method

ticketFast
Will Call

Terms & Conditions

This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.