The Chicharones have toured the world, solo and with live bands, and perfected their sound, fighting to make something of themselves for the people they left behind. From Sleep’s magic tricks and quick change routines, to Martinez’s beer balancing and hi-kicking Elvis dance moves, The Chicharones have become legends for their unique sound and one-of-a-kind live show.
Spin Magazine called The Chicharones “The Best Bar Band in America”. Using humor and harmony, they’ve created something entirely new, pushing the boundaries of what hip hop sounds like. Expect 5-part harmonies, speed raps, a razor tight band, costume changes, syncopated dance moves, stage magic, stand-up comedy and the joyful interplay of veteran performers Sleep and Josh Martinez as they constantly raise the bar on what live performance can be.
The Chicharones have played multiple overseas festivals in France, Scotland, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, and Canada including extensive North American tours as both headliners and main support.
The Chicharones have toured extensively with The Warped Tour, Atmosphere, Aesop Rock, Swollen Members, Devin The Dude, Pretty Lights, Sage Francis, Streetlight Manifesto, AwolOne, and many more.