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ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History

Hosted by PBS Hawaiʻi · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 29 episodes

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29
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77m
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About this podcast

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. Hosted by: Kavet the catalyst

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PBS Hawaiʻi hosts ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History, a music show with 29 episodes published.

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Kavet the Catalyst is the Lightsleepers

May 1, 20261h 10mEp. 8S3

Kavet the Catalyst is a Hawaiian MC, DJ, Producer and Curator of Hip-Hop in Hawaiʻi. He founded the Lightsleepers, in 1997 while hosting a radio show on KTUH 90.3fm and turned that opportunity into a clothing brand with

SPEL ONER from the streets to the world

Apr 1, 20261h 1mEp. 7S3

Early in his art career, SPEL ONER realized that his creative journey extended far beyond graffiti. With an uncanny skill for computers, design, and illustration, he recognized an opportunity to channel his creativity in

Creed Chameleon rapping from Waipahu to Las Vegas

Mar 1, 20261h 15mEp. 6S3

Creed Chameleon, originally from Waipahu, has been rocking the mic for over two decades. His relentless work ethic and commitment to staying true to his sound have earned him opportunities to share the stage with hip-hop

I.A. the Kamaʻaina Classic

Feb 27, 20262h 10mEp. 4S3

I.A. the Kama‘āina Classic Hawai‘i-born rapper, actor and entrepreneur Jordan “I.A.” Salud began rapping in high school while living in San Diego. He eventually moved back to the islands, where he refined his signature i

John Iervolino record producer and island music visionary

Feb 27, 20261h 28mEp. 2S3

This month we talk with a guest who is known for producing several chart-topping remixes through the 1980s and ’90s. John Iervolino’s determination laid the ground work for his success and for a partnership between his r

THNK on documenting Hawaii Graffiti

Feb 27, 20261h 22mEp. 3S3

Our guest this month has been a curator of Hawai‘i’s graffiti culture since the 1980s. Hear how a passion for photography led him to document this vibrant island subculture, and how he launched Hawaiian Knights, an indep

OSNA does it all.

Feb 27, 20261h 36mEp. 1S8

Our first episode of season 3, kicks things off with a progressive figure in the local scene. As a DJ, rapper, and producer, Osna made waves in the early and mid-2000s with his sharp battle raps and gritty, genre definin

Woes Martin the Angry Woebots

Feb 27, 20261h 17mEp. 5S3

Aaron “Woes” Martin This Kāne‘ohe native, best known for his larger-than-life “Angry Pandas” paintings, has taken his art across the globe, spreading his deep love for hip-hop culture wherever he goes. Emerging as a key

Maui's DJ Skinny Guy represents for all Hawaiʻi

Jun 12, 20251h 4mEp. 11S2

Representing Maui, Hawai‘i, DJ Skinny Guy was the first Hawai‘i DJ to battle in the ITF and DMC DJ competitions in 1996. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History Follow us on: YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook

2SHY Hawaiʻi’s first female graffiti writer

Apr 21, 20251h 7mEp. 8S2

We learn about Hawai‘i’s first female street artist growing up in the 1980s and the story of her friend “TRIAD3,” who passed away in high school. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History Follow us on: YouTubeInstagramTikTokF

How Norm Winter revolutionized music and radio

Apr 21, 202553mEp. 7S2

The former co-owner of Jelly’s, Radio Free Hawai’i and now owner of Idea’s Music and Books talks about his contribution to Hawai‘i’s Hip-Hop and independent music scene. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History Follow us on:

Hawai'i's house dance culture | Kaleo Ten

Mar 21, 20251h 34mEp. 6S2

Known for his groundbreaking music and culture magazine, Quad Mag, this tech guru and dancer breaks down the history of Hawai‘i’s house dance culture. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History Follow us on: YouTubeInstagramTi

DJ, music and television producer | Jay "DJ Jay-P" Park

Mar 11, 20251h 24mEp. 5S2

An audio engineer, music producer, television producer and DJ rewinds his life and times in Hawai‘i’s Hip-Hop and local music scene. Hosted by Kavet the Catalyst Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History Follow us on: YouTube

DJ Leanskee an east coast Hip-hop legend in Hawaiʻi | Lino "Leanskee" Delgado

Feb 20, 20251h 16mEp. 4S2

Starting out in New York City and Boston, DJ Leanskee is a founding member of The Floorlords Hip-Hop crew, which was recently inducted into the Hip-Hop Hall of Fame at Berklee College of Music. Living in Hawai‘i for more

Hawaiʻi's first Locker and Popper | Kalani Young

Feb 6, 20251h 9mEp. 3S2

One of Hawai‘i’s first lockers and poppers, this performer from Waipahu, Central O‘ahu, took the style worldwide. Today, he continues to keep alive the legacy of Don Campbell, the Godfather of Locking. Hosted by: Kavet t

First Native Hawaiian Rapper on Wax | Lionel Wright

Jan 23, 20251h 4mEp. 2S2

In 1991, MC Lionel Wright and his crew, Club Rox Rock, released one of Hawai‘i’s first rap CDs, Hyped, Dope, Def & Direct. We learn more about the Papakolea, Honolulu native and what rapping was like in the early years o

Hawai'i T.V. and Radio Legend | Kamasami Kong

Jan 9, 202529mEp. 1S2

Meet the host of Breakin’ Hawai‘i (1984), one of the first TV shows that featured local breakers, poppers and lockers. The show, seen statewide, launched Hip-Hop culture into Hawai‘i homes. Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop H

Jason "Buz 1" Tavares

Jun 20, 20241h 22mEp. 12S1

An integral part of Hawai‘i's underground hip-hop scene in the late 80s into the early 90s, Tavares pushed the limits of lyricism with his original styles and freestyle flows as a member of the Hi-State Family, VM and Mo

Terrence "Big Teeze" Hallums

Jun 6, 20241h 24mEp. 12S1

Hallums was one half of HerbanJoint, Hawai‘i's first rap crew toever rock the stage with Hip-Hoplegends like Cypress Hill, Houseof Pain and the Pharcyde. Thisgold record recording artist, radiohost and entrepreneur share

DJ Kutmaster Spaz

May 24, 20241h 27mEp. 10S1

A master of the mix and cut on the turntables, this DJ started in his bedroom and quickly opened his own club, started radio stations and a multimedia empire. Hosted by: Kavet the catalyst Alanui Mele: Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop Hi

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ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History is hosted by PBS Hawaiʻi. The show is categorised under music (history) and has published 29 episodes.

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ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History has published 29 episodes.

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ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History regularly covers music, history. It sits in the music category, with a history focus.

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Episodes of ALANUI MELE - Hawaiʻi Hip-Hop History average 77 minutes, giving guests a long-form format with plenty of time to expand on their expertise.

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