San Gabriel

Fusing 80’s style synth hooks with modern reverb-drenched guitars and synthesizers,

San Gabriel creates a kaleidoscopic, nostalgic dream-pop sound.
Named after the river where he spent countless summer nights learning guitar and
jamming with childhood bands, San Gabriel features 3-time Austin Music Award
recipient James Bookert (Whiskey Shivers/Wild Child) splitting duties as writer, singer
and multi-instrumentalist. After having gained experience writing with musicians like with
Trinidad James, Raissa, producers Nate Donmoyer, Odie, and and sharing the stage
with DJ Khalid and Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect 3), Bookert began writing and
recording for San Gabriel behind the counter at a liquor store as a way to entertain

himself during his night shifts.