Artikal Sound System Brings Sunny Reggae Vibes to Innings Festival Day 3

Under the bright, and very hot Arizona sun (for February) at Tempe Beach Park, Artikal Sound System turned their 1:40 p.m. set on the Right Field Stage into a perfect midday escape on Day 3 of Innings Festival 2026. With Logan Rex’s soulful, jazz-tinged vocals floating over crisp reggae grooves and upbeat instrumentation, the South Florida band delivered a laid-back yet vibrant mix of roots reggae, alt-rock edge, and feel-good energy that stands out in today’s music scene for its genuine positivity and tight live chemistry.

Artikal Sound System formed in 2012 in South Florida, founded by guitarist Chris Montague and bassist Fabian Acuña while they honed their skills backing Caribbean singers. The group quickly expanded, adding keyboardist Christopher Cope and drummer Adam Kampf before welcoming vocalist Logan Rex, whose expressive style brought a fresh sonic dimension. The band has been active for 14 years, releasing music that blends reggae foundations with soulful and rock influences.

Signature songs include “Changes,” “When I Wanna (feat. Little Stranger),” “Come on Over,” and “Stayed,” while their recent album Are You Smiling Yet? (2025) continues to highlight their evolving sound. Known for energetic festival appearances at events like Reggae Rise Up and Okeechobee, they’ve built a loyal following through consistent touring and their message of love and good times. There have been no substantial lineup changes in the past few years—the core five-piece remains the same close-knit group fans have come to love.

Band Members

• Logan Rex – lead vocals
• Chris Montague – guitar
• Fabian Acuña – bass
• Christopher Cope – keyboards
• Adam Kampf – drums

Setlist

No verified setlist is available for Artikal Sound System’s performance at Innings Festival 2026. The setlist.fm page notes it as incomplete, and attendees are encouraged to add songs to help complete the record.

There’s something quietly uplifting about catching a band like Artikal Sound System early in the festival day—their set offered a gentle reminder of how different genres of music can lift spirits and connect people without any fuss. With its warm grooves and hopeful lyrics, the performance felt like an open invitation to slow down, smile, and enjoy the moment. Grade: A

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