Host Em Wilson gets into meaningful conversations about music, the artists vibe, their work, and more. Hear stellar sounds, get updates on new tunes, and maybe even find a new favorite artist. Em talks to artists across the board, combining her journalistic skills and passion for music.
On this episode of Em Talks, Em opens with a NEW segment called New Music Mondays, where listeners get insight on new music drops, what Em is currently listening to, and live music updates in Oahu. After, Em sits down with Hailey Fines, aka Ragamuffs. Fines shares the story of how her band came to be, how its evolved drastically, and what’s coming in the future. They take a deep dive into her EP “Achy Luminescence,” and the deep messages behind light, playful songs. Fines shares her struggles and triumphs living in new places and dealing with heartbreak. They also talk about an upcoming music festival Ragamuffs will be attending.
Ragamuffs Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0IIb8Xf1ZDISXLSntUDMRq?si=UxkzW5FjSPadg9fbJQ5vEQ
Ragamuffs Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffs/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/ragamuffs/?hl=en)
25 Oct 2021
EP.14-Em Talks Mixing Languages in Music, with Garrett Noah
In this episode of Em Talks, Em sits down with Hawaii native Garrett Noah. They dive into his musical journey, how his music has changed since moving from Hawaii, and what his influences are. Garrett shares lots about his song “Rendezvous” that ended up on a German radio; he shares how the came to life, about the music video, and what the music scene is like in Germany. He even starts talking in German out of habit. Garrett tells us about his early love for music and his band in high school. You’ll ALSO get to hear a live guitar performance from Garrett, and one of his singles.
Garrett Noah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrettnoahofficial/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/garrettnoahofficial/?hl=en)
Garrett Noah Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NwPsIpfxoff7mHyVBuM2F (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NwPsIpfxoff7mHyVBuM2F)
29 Jun 2021
EP.13-Em Talks The Power of Dialect, with Tanama Colibri
On Episode 13, Em Talks with the wonderful Tanama Colibri. Listeners get to indulge in TWO live performances, including her single "Blessed To Be With You," and get insight into new music dropping soon from Tanama. Tanama shares stories about the many places she's lived, including Alaska, Paris, NY, and currently Maui, her Caribbean decent and how it has played a role in her life, and how she learned to play guitar. You get to hear us speak a little French to each other, discuss language learning, and music collabs with people across the globe. She even gives some Maui food recommendations, including her female-owned family restaurant, The Empanada Lady, and how with this restaurant, and more, she empowers women.
22 Jun 2021
EP.12-Em Talks Women Finding Their Voices and Feeling Empowered, with Noelani Love
In Episode 12, Em sits down with an inspirational, entrepreneurial woman by the name of Noelani Love. Noelani shares her upbringing and how it led to her current residence on the North Shore of Oahu, connection with spirituality, atypical definition of god, and Hawaiian influence exhibited throughout her music. She talks about her businesses including jewelry design, holistic healing, and representing kangen water. Em and Noelani get into the dirty history behind current birthing practices and hospital vs home births, and Noelani shares the extreme empowerment behind motherhood and the birthing experience. They also get into a story of a steamy night Noelani had, that led to the creation of an upcoming new song, and details of what it's like to be part of an ayahuasca ceremony. You'll get insights into upcoming music, AND two songs to listen to in the episode, one recorded and one live.
Em Talks Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/emtalkspodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/emwilsonnnn/?hl=en
Noelani Love Spotify/Instagram/Youtube:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3AeLsoMeFqhgfs7oDHAWfp
https://www.instagram.com/noelanilove/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/noelanilove
15 Jun 2021
EP.11-Em Talks Race Representation and Community Building, with Marshall Hugh of The Marshall Law Band
In Episode 11, Em sits down with Marshall Hugh of the Marshall Law Band, to learn about his many titles—musician, business owner, social activist, and more—his early music influences, how he started creating music, and how his music has evolved to align with his values. They talk about the Seattle music scene, recognizing talent in the greater area, and his goals as an artist and voice in his community. Marshall shares insights into his submission for a Pulitzer, his style, longtime love for Mac Miller and Wiz Khalifa, and the SS Jellybean (tune into the episode to find out what this is). Em and Marshall get deep into the stories behind his songs from 12th and Pine, an album written during the George Floyd protests, which the Marshall Law Band attended and performed at. You'll even get to listen to a song off the album, 12th and Pine. They discuss changes in his community since Floyds death, learning and unlearning, and what performances and work Marshall is up to now.
Em Talks Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/emtalkspodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/emwilsonnnn/?hl=en
Marshall Law Band Spotify/Instagram/Youtube:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EPGXjzn62hR0Mx8U5qqIg
https://www.instagram.com/marshalllawband/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/c/marshalllawband
1 Jun 2021
EP.10-Em Talks Speaking Your Truth, with Louis Solywoda and Connor Brondes of Flohi
In Episode 10 of Em Talks, Em sits down with Louis Solywoda and Connor Brondes, who make up the band Flohi. They get into the story and name behind the band, their individual strengths and how they balance one another out, their dream of an event that Louis describes as "an encapsulated vibe zone," and stories behind their released songs. They also get into their epic work ethics, finding your ground and expressing yourself creatively, how their band name quite literally embodies their style, and speaking your truth. Connor tells us about his upcoming, new 8-song album, Louis tells us about life as a new dad, and they play multiple songs, for a total of THREE Flohi songs included in the episode (one unreleased).
Em Talks Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/emtalkspodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/emwilsonnnn/?hl=en
Flohi Spotify/Instagram:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6lEM2QLfXNC21RVJ5mWogU?si=MP8kuT8eS5O-dT5kTgnc8g
https://www.instagram.com/flohimusic/?hl=en
Louis Spotify/Instagram:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2oTTf82OdbDADK3XO9trHW?si=2wZCLMKhSI6uof12uwlpMQ
https://www.instagram.com/loudawg_/?hl=en
Connor Spotify/Instagram:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5abZdJnD9nhVV6OkYKv0W3?si=MPAy-tBgR3avkX8A20pfFA
https://www.instagram.com/cbrondes/?hl=en
18 May 2021
EP.9-Em Talks Knowing Your Roots and Cultural Appropriation, with Ashton Nicolas
In this episode, Em Talks with Ashton Nicolas Obrero, a musician, entrepreneur, and songwriter, about how he started creating music, where he gets his inspiration from, and his organization, Creative Natives. Em and Ashton talk about his time in Puerto Rico, his journeys surfing and starting a band, and his first time playing live music. They also talk about the importance of learning the history and current cultural significance's of where you come from, and any place you're living in. You'll also get to hear a recorded version AND a live version of Ashtons debut single "Find Me," and get to find out what's coming up in the future for this talented Hawaii-based musician.
11 May 2021
EP.8-Em Talks Breaking Into New Sounds, with JUJU.
In this episode, Em talks with JUJU., an artist, actor, rapper, and emcee. Em talks with JUJU about his past and current projects and how they differ, artists he has opened up for, and how he broke into the reggae world as a rapper. They also talk about pleasing others and how it can be a disservice to yourself, his thoughts on having a backup plan, and flaws in the Hawaii Hip-Hop community. You’ll get a taste of the most recent songs he's created/been a part of, and a date of when new music is dropping, HINT !!!TWO albums are in the near future!!! including new music with Dave Clarke, aka GohRilla music.
27 Apr 2021
EP.7-Em Talks Virtual Music Creation, with Tiara Gomes
In this episode, Em talks with singer and musician Tiara Gomes. They get into how she started creating music, a virtual musical she's currently part of, making music during lockdown, winning a contest that kickstarted her fresh music career, her song with Maoli and how it came to be, and creating music virtually. They also talk about Tiaras recent feature in the "Holo Ka Wa'a" music video, and future plans for making music. Towards the end of the episode they get deep and break into stigmas and struggles surrounding acne, and building confidence. You'll get to listen to Tiara's single "Hurricane" featuring Maoli, as well as a sneak peak of an unreleased song titled "Spring Break."
20 Apr 2021
EP.6-Em Talks Breaking Stigmas Around Masculinity, with Johnny Suite
In Episode 6, Em talks with singer, songwriter, and musician, Johnny Suite. They talk about the meanings behind some of his music, how his team of people contribute to his success, his football career and what it contributed to his current life as a musician, and his work as an ambassador with Invisible Wave. Em and Johnny dive deep into his upbringing, growth as a man, and how faith plays a vital role in his everyday life. They also reflect on earlier COVID times, falling into old/bad habits, and moving forward with a different 'beast mode' mentality. Listeners get to indulge in his most recent single "Beast Mode," and learn the story behind the song. You'll also get a sneak peak of a new, unreleased single.
13 Apr 2021
EP.5-Em Talks Finding Balance Between Productivity and Respecting The Creative Process, with Dave Clarke aka GohRilla
In Episode 5, Em Talks with Dave Clarke (aka GohRilla) who currently resides on Oahu, mixing familiar island sounds with hip-hop sounds closer to home. In this episode, Em talks with Dave about Sofar Sounds performances, using YouTube as a resource, his old sounds versus his new sounds, and what he's up to now. We discuss all kinds of concerts: big names, intimate ones, how venues and artists interact, and our love for Tiny Desk Concerts. Dave also gives insight on his military experience, how he ended up living in Hawaii and immersing in the music scene, Justin Biebers new album, and influences from Smino. Throughout the episode, the listener gets to indulge in THREE different pieces of music from Dave, and a hint on what’s coming up in the future for him.
6 Apr 2021
EP.4-Em Talks About What It’s Like To Be In An A Cappella Group, with Jules Cruz
In Episode 4 Em talks with Jules Cruz, one of the five members of the Filipino-American a cappella group, The Filharmonic. The Filharmonic have competed on the show The Sing-Off, were featured in Pitch Perfect 2, and have performed many times on the Late Late Show with James Cordon. Em and Jules discuss how covid has affected the group, how their Filipino heritage plays a huge role in their work, and Jules’ dreams aside from singing. You’ll also hear TWO songs from The Filharmonic.
30 Mar 2021
EP.3- Em Talks Dealing With Loss And Living With Purpose, with Dillon Pakele
In Episode 3 Em talks with Hawaii native, Dillon Pakele, a singer, songwriter, and musician. Dillon gets candid and shares the hard truths behind his music that have shaped who he is today. They discuss his new EP dropping soon, his faith, experience with loss, and appreciation for people in his life. Dillon and Em also talk about his recent single featuring Fiji, and listeners get an unreleased sneak peak of a song from Dillon's upcoming EP titled "Is Love." Dillon plays the guitar and sings a snippet from "Is Love" live on the show.
24 Mar 2021
EP.2- Part Two, Em Talks Spirituality and Existentialism, with Jabari Prevost
Em continues a talk with Jabari Prevost, in this half diving into what he’s working on, jazz and classical influences on music as a whole, and the array of instruments he plays. Em and Jabari also get personal and discuss spirituality, life, death, their respective meditation practices, and more. Tune in to hear all this, and the second half of an original song, previously teased in part one.
23 Mar 2021
EP. 2- Part One, Em Talks About The Shocking Setback Of Teaching Music, with Jabari Prevost
Em talks with Toronto native Jabari Prevost, on his upbringing and places he has lived that have contributed to his music. Em and Jabari dive into aspects of teaching music, flaws in the education system, acceptance, touring, and their thoughts on Vegas. Jabari also shares an original song.
16 Mar 2021
EP.1- Em Talks Mixing Music Genres With Jonah Jaxon
In this Em Talks debut episode, Em sits down with Jonah Jaxon Moananu—a musician, writer, teacher, and grassroots activist in Hawaii—to talk all things music. Get to know Jonah Jaxon, his many stage names throughout his career, and how he got to where he is today. Em talks with Jaxon about his time on American Idol, his current teaching amid a pandemic, the battles creatives face, a deeper dive into some of his recent releases including a new single "Get Heavy," and so much more. You’ll also get to hear a live, full, unreleased song with vocals and ukulele by Jaxon.
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