Formerly known as the Robby Hunter Band, Miami, Florida-based self-proclaimed "indie funk" outfit Magic City Hippies specialize in a breezy blend of hip-hop, funk, pop, and beach-bum soul that has drawn comparisons to the likes of G Love & Special Sauce, Maroon 5, and Jack Johnson. They made their debut under the moniker in 2015 via the Hippie Castle EP.
The band's origins begin with singer/songwriter Hunter, who spent his formative years busking and playing loop-driven solo shows. Tired of the grueling one-man show routine, Hunter eventually recruited drummer Pat Howard and ...