The Expendables - Wells (feat. G. Love)

What this video is

Released in the touring cycle following Prove It (May 2010), 'Wells' represents the softer, blues-inflected side of The Expendables' Santa Cruz-rooted sound — a band that built its following through relentless DIY touring averaging 125–150 shows per year. The collaboration with G. Love, a Philadelphia-born acoustic blues-rap pioneer, reflects the cross-pollination between the West Coast reggae-rock community and…

Why it matters

The Expendables occupy a documented position within the California reggae-rock continuum alongside Slightly Stoopid, Pepper, and Rebelution. 'Wells' is notable as a genre crossover moment — their reggae-rock foundation meeting acoustic blues-rap via G. Love — documented as a ballad on their most…