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PBS Hawaiʻi's Alanui Mele podcast explores the rich tapestry of Hawaiʻi’s Hip-Hop culture. Through candid interviews, each episode delves into Hawaiʻi's unique connection to the genre.
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One of the original members of the Hip-Hop crew called “Bomb Squad,” this local boy used his amazing B-Boy skills to travel the world and back. 2 Swift rewinds the clock to the beginning of Hawaiʻi's first popping and breakdance battles.Stay tuned for Part 2, where 2 Swift talks about moving to L.A., touring Japan, and dancing for famous pop stars. Hosted by: Kavet the catalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
One of Hawaiʻi's most respected MC's and entrepreneurs recalls the early days of his crew, Hoomanakaz, and starting the clothing brand, Flip the Bird.Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
We talk story with the founder of B-Boy Reunion, which has been perpetuating Hawai‘i’s B-Boy and Hip-Hop culture since 1997. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
The history of Hawaiʻi Graffiti dates back to the early 1980's. With many, Writers a.k.a. Graffiti Artists wanting to be incognito we were able to talk with, John "PRIME" Hina on the history of Hawai'i graffiti. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
One of Hawai‘i’s unsung Hip-Hop producers/DJ and one of the founders of the Hip-Hop crew, Homegrown Massive, talks story with us about Hawai‘i’s early rap groups and producers.Hosted by: Kavet the CatalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
Born and Raised in Kalihi, Honolulu, this Writer, Video Producer and Entrepreneur recalls his experiences with Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop and Helping start 102.7 fm Radio Free Hawaiʻi. Hosted by: Kavet the CatalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
One of Hawaiʻi's most distinct radio voices recounts his contributions to Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop through DJing, club promotion and DJ Schools. Hosted by: Kavet the CatalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
Considered the glue of Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop, Jamal Mamalias, a.k.a. Jam Watts, paved the way for Hawaiʻi Hip-Hoppers since the 1980s.Hosted by: Kavet the catalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook
James Mora, also known as DJ Jimmy Taco, has been a mainstay in Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop for over three decades. From his humble beginnings as a kid growing up in Kaʻu, Hawaiʻi to jamming on the radio waves and speakers in the clubs, Taco sits down with us to recall the times that helped shape his Hip-Hop journey. Hosted by: Kavet the CatalystAlanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop HistoryFollow us on: YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook