A Love Letter to SoCal Soundscapes
There’s something magic about a festival that breathes with the tide. BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach isn’t about hype—it’s about heart. Set along the Southern California coastline and rooted in a legacy of surf, soul, and storytelling, this year’s final day delivered a deeply textured celebration of musical heritage, connection, and nostalgia.
From Soul to Stadium: Aloe Blacc, Train, & Lenny Kravitz
Aloe Blacc opened the day with warmth and soul.
Aloe Blacc kicked off Sunday with a golden warmth that matched the mood. “I Need a Dollar” turned into a massive singalong, while his take on “Wake Me Up” shimmered with emotion and groove. It was the kind of set that made you pause and breathe it all in.
Train followed with polished, powerful stadium energy. “Drops of Jupiter” and “Hey, Soul Sister” became instant crowd anthems, bringing out that collective joy only a pop-rock classic can.
Lenny Kravitz closed the segment with pure star power. His set was explosive, sensual, and soaked in soul—the perfect exclamation point on an epic block of music.
A Day of Depth: Lily Meola, Big Head Todd, Marcus King
Lily Meola set a tender tone earlier in the day with her silky, Americana-tinged pop. “Daydream” floated across the crowd like a secret shared with the sea.
Big Head Todd and the Monsters brought road-worn blues and guitar-forward rock. Frontman Todd Park Mohr delivered solos that hit like warm sunbeams on skin—pure groove, no gimmicks.
Marcus King, dressed in a wide-brimmed hat and carrying a soul-baring rasp, blew the crowd away. His gospel-rooted Southern blues stirred something deep, and his Allman Brothers cover, “Ramblin’ Man,” brought an unexpected hush over the crowd.
Legends on the Shoreline: The Beach Boys & Mt. Joy
Mike Love brought California nostalgia to life.
The Beach Boys brought three generations together under the sun, joined by Mark McGrath and John Stamos. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Good Vibrations” had toddlers dancing in the sand and grandparents swaying in folding chairs. There’s nothing like hearing those harmonies by the water they were born to serenade.
Mt. Joy followed with a psych-folk shimmer that carried across the grounds like a dream. Their textured soundscapes made for one of the most atmospheric sets of the weekend.
The Icons Close It Out: Jackson Browne & Alanis Morissette
Alanis lit up the stage with a set full of power and catharsis.
Jackson Browne delivered a reflective, soul-deep set that reminded us why his songs endure. “Doctor My Eyes” and “Running on Empty” hit like letters from a wiser past.
Then came Alanis Morissette—raw, radiant, and absolutely electric. From the moment she opened her mouth, she had the entire beach in the palm of her hand. Alanis didn’t just perform—she purged, revealed, and connected.
A West Coast State of Mind
All ages, all smiles: BeachLife’s multigenerational magic.
BeachLife Festival isn’t just another stop on a tour. It’s a tribute—to roots rock, to coastal spirit, to family memories, and to the timeless connection between California and music.
It’s the kind of festival where you dance barefoot, cry unexpectedly, and belt out lyrics next to someone twice your age or half your age. It’s a place where the music doesn’t just play—it resonates.
Food Highlight: Wise Barbeque Steals the Show
The ultimate beachside comfort food: brisket mac, cornbread, and sunshine.
You can’t have a perfect beachside festival without killer eats—and Wise Barbeque absolutely delivered.
Their signature Brisket Mac and Cheese with Cornbread was our favorite bite of the weekend. Smoky, cheesy, perfectly indulgent, and exactly what you want after dancing all day in the sun.
If you spotted the line at their truck, you already know—this was the go-to fuel of BeachLife 2025.
Want more from BeachLife? Let us know your favorite set—or your favorite food truck—and we’ll see you on the sand next year.