Em Talks Podcast

On this spectacular new episode of Em Talks, Em talks virtually with The Rare Occasions, an LA-based, New England-bred rock band with almost 7.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone. They dive into the meaning behind their band name, album name, and various songs. The guys discuss how their music and vibe has changed since switching from a four-piece to a three-piece band. You’ll get to listen to three originals, including a live performance of their single “Origami.” The Rare Occasions talk about their journey from a garage band to an international sensation over a decade later. Tune in for more!

The Rare Occasions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therareoccasions/?hl=en

The Rare Occasions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QfpRUtH14JLoY6F6AYmwt?si=9kgsA_VAQPyXxROLPRimSA

Em Talks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emtalkspodcast/?hl=en

Em Talks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2yy3SYXoIRF94u7IYDuFrJ?si=00e2b7b4a10c45ea

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

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

Garrett Noah Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6NwPsIpfxoff7mHyVBuM2F

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.

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

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

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

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.

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. 

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."