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Indie Funk Band Magic City Hippies Talk About Growing up in Miami and Their Winter Tour
WHUS had the wonderful opportunity to talk to Robby Hunter, Pat Howard, and John Coughlin from the Indie Funk band Magic City Hippies before their show at Paradise Rock Club on the Boston stop of their Modern Animal tour.
By: Rita Plante
From the streets of Miami, to some of the most in demand venues and festivals in the country, the band Magic City Hippies has been spreading the Indie Funk sound since 2013. Through the use of electric guitars, keyboards, and synth their self-titled debut album blends hip-hop, pop, funk, and beach-bum to define their self made Indie Funk genre. The Hippie Castle EP featuring the Spotify Global Top 50 chart topper “Fanfare”, is soaked in a groove that you can’t help but dance to.
With a strong and unique sound setting them apart from the crowd, they have found a lot of success touring. However, there is a lot that the audience doesn’t see happening behind the scenes during tours. Their 2019 sophomore LP Modern Animal explores the hardships
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Magic City Hippies Vinyl Records & Discography
Who is Magic City Hippies? A Brief Career Overview
Welcome to the vibrant world of Magic City Hippies, a Miami-based trio that has taken the music scene by storm since their formation in 2015! Comprising talented musicians Robby Hunter, Pat Howard, and John Coughlin, this band skillfully blends miami indie with groovy elements of funk, pop, and psychedelic vibes. Magic City Hippies evoke a sun-drenched aesthetic that invites listeners to escape into their joyful melodies and infectious rhythms.
From their self-titled debut album that defined their identity to their later releases celebrated worldwide, they have made a lasting impact on the music industry. Their ability to create a unique soundscape reminiscent of laid-back beach days and inviting dance parties sets them apart in the indie scene. With engaging lyrics and energetic performances, they have fostered a strong connection to vinyl culture, particularly with their vinyl releases that fanatics eagerly collect.
Magic City Hippies's Early Life and Background
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The Magic City Hippies began as a one-man band playing for the co-ed party scene on the streets of Miami – serenading the 20-somethings with a mix of old-school hip-hop covers and original tunes.
After months of stealing electricity and stirring up crowds of passers-by with his loop-based setup, frontman Robby Hunter was asked by the Coconut Grove Police to cease and desist or 'play in a real bar.' Finding sanctuary in a nearby dive bar, Robby enlisted the support of multi-instrumentalists Pat Howard and John Coughlin for a regular gig.
This trio dubbed itself Robby Hunter Band and released a self-produced, widely acclaimed debut LP in 2013 entitled Magic City Hippies, which included the beachy Hype Machine #1 Hit "Corazón" alongside major blog hits "Hard On Me" and "BUST” and album cuts that can be heard on episodes of major network shows like The CW’s “iZombie” and Showtime’s “Ray Donovan.”
Encouraged by the international reach and positive reception of their debut, they decided to expand their sound and approach under the new moniker
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