Every summer, music festivals become more than just concerts — they become cultural moments where music, fashion, art, and community collide. In 2026, New York City’s Governors Ball once again proved why it remains one of the most anticipated festivals of the season.

Gripsta [Brandi Younger] isn’t just a footnote in West Coast rap—she’s one of those early signals that the system didn’t fully know what to do with yet.

Elijah “E.B.” Baker is one of the original architects of that movement. A powerhouse bassist, producer, entrepreneur, and founding member of Tony! Toni! Toné!, E.B. grew up surrounded by music alongside his cousin Raphael Saadiq, helping build the foundation of one of R&B’s most influential groups.