🎤 Meet The Neighborhood Kids at JTMF

Spotlight: The Neighborhood Kids: Conscious Hip-Hop Arrives at JTMF

Get ready to feel the beat of purpose and power: The Neighborhood Kids, a bold and innovative conscious hip-hop collective from San Diego, are bringing their energy to Joshua Tree Music Festival this October!

Who Are They?

This dynamic ensemble, anchored by visionary founders Verde and Amon the MC, alongside DJ JG, Niko Rosy, Gatoz Locoz, Jon the Funky Monk, and Emmerson, crafts music with a mission.

Through their sharp lyrics and potent rhythms, they tackle important issues like child abuse, women’s rights, police reform, drug addiction, immigration, and more, inviting listeners to reflect and rally for change.

Why You Won’t Want to Miss Them

• Music with Meaning: Their tracks aren’t just beats, they’re intentional statements and calls to action.

• High-Octane Live Show: Expect a full-band experience filled with lyrical fire, innovative instrumentals, and a communal vibe.

Tune In Before You Go

Sample their sound on Bandcamp, standouts like "FED UP," "START A FIRE," "THEY AIM AT US," "BIDDI BOMB," and more are ready to spark your spirit.

Call for Queer Salon Presenters!

Are you passionate about community-building and queer joy? We’re thrilled to announce that applications are open for Queer Salon presenters at the upcoming Joshua Tree Music Festival this October 9-12!

What Is Queer Salon?

Part of the broader Playshop/Workshop track, alongside yoga, movement, storytelling, Queer Salon is a vibrant, safe space designed for QTBIPOC and LGBTQIAA+ community members.

It’s a dedicated place for co-creating queer and trans joy, expanding social networks, accessing resources, and nurturing internal and educational strengths.

Whether you're interested in offering a discussion circle, creative expression session, healing space, or performance, this is your chance to design meaningful experiences that speak to our communities' hearts. 

Submit Your Workshop Pitch via This Form and share your voice with us!

The Soundtrack of JTMF Is Here!

What better way to count down to Joshua Tree Music Festival than with the music itself? We’ve curated a special Spotify playlist featuring artists from this year’s lineup, the perfect soundtrack for road trips, dance breaks, or just bringing that desert groove into your day. 

From soulful ballads to high-energy jams, this playlist is your sneak peek into the sounds that will fill the Joshua Tree sky this October.

👉 Click here to listen on Spotify and start building the vibe!

Turn it up, share it with your friends, and get ready — the desert dance floor awaits.