Unida

Unida is an American rock band formed in the late 1990s in California. The group is led by John Garcia, who was previously the vocalist for Kyuss, and is associated with the desert rock and stoner rock scenes that developed in Southern California during that period. The band's music blends heavy, groove-based guitar riffs with Garcia’s distinctive vocal style, drawing on influences from late 1990s and early 2000s underground rock.

Formation and lineup: The project brought together Garcia with a rotating cast of musicians from the regional heavy music scene. Over its existence, Unida has featured several different guitarists and rhythm sections, with Garcia remaining the constant frontman.

Discography and activity: Unida released a self-titled studio album in the early 2000s, which showcased a dense, riff-driven sound and lyrics often focused on introspective and existential themes. The album established the band within the broader desert rock milieu and earned attention from fans of Kyuss and related acts. The group has issued various singles and live recordings and has performed across North America and Europe. Through the years, Unida has experienced lineup changes and periods of inactivity, with Garcia occasionally pursuing other projects while maintaining ties to the band.

Legacy: Unida is considered part of the California desert rock lineage that developed in the 1990s, helping to sustain interest in heavy, fuzz-toned rock in the wake of Kyuss. The band is often listed among acts connected to John Garcia’s post-Kyuss endeavors and is cited for contributing to the continued visibility of the desert rock genre.