ML Backstage

ML Backstage

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ML Backstage episodes

  • Special Guest - Lowery (Artist)

    An NBA Champ has made his appearance on the podcast! Shoutout the Toronto Raptors. On this episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) introduce Raptors legend and the "Wolverine" to Mars' "Deadpool", Kyle Lowery, better known as Lowery to talk about: his creative journey, his relationship with Mars Luna, his debut LP "Mariposa" and the "Lost In Space" release show at Warhol's Loft, his "All Fire No Smoke" album trilogy, collaborating on Mars Luna's "Wolverine" and "Wolverine 2", his latest EP "Space Cowboy" , moving to Nashville from Vegas and the biggest piece of motivational advice we've received. Daylight savings time is over and Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) were unable to work out the time differences so they're sitting out this episode again. Josh and Kyle discuss: 


    - Lowery's creative journey


    - Lowery's relationship with Mars Luna and Joshua Luna


    - Lowery's debut LP "Mariposa" and the "Lost In Space" album release show they did at the Warhol's Loft in November 2019


    - Lowery's "All Fire No Smoke" album trilogy that he worked on during the pandemic.


    - collaborating on "Wolverine" & "Wolverine 2" together


    - Lowery's latest EP "Space Cowboy" and his 2024 singles


    - moving to Nashville from Las Vegas


    - the biggest piece of motivational advice they've received


    - upcoming Mars Luna music updates


    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family! 


    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise


    Follow us on Social Media: 

    Mars Luna: 

    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/itsmarsluna 

    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 

    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise 


    Website - https://www.itsmarsluna.com 


    Spotify: Mars Luna 

    Apple Music: Mars Luna 


    Joshua Luna: 

    Instagram - @lunabjoshua

    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    Tiktok- @lunabjoshua


    Kyle Lowery (Lowery):

    X - @loweryofficial

    Youtube - @KyleLowery

    1 hr 12 min
  • Roller Coaster - Sparkles, Starry Eyes & Red Flags

    Sparkles + Starry Eyes = Red Flags! On the forty seventh episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) brought back Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) to recaps Mars Luna's first "Final Voyage" single "Roller Coaster", Josh's Hawaii Trip in January and his birthday recap on February 13, Holo's Hawaii Trip in February, Holo's Summer and Winter 2019 and how it led to the creation of "Roller Coaster" , the differences between love, infatuation and lust and whether infatuation and lust can turn into love. The episode covers:


    - Josh's January Hawaii Trip Recap, Birthday Recap and Holo's February Hawaii Trip Recap


    - "Roller Coaster" Song Breakdown


    - Holo's Summer 2019 and Winter 2019 in retrospect and how that season of life turned "Roller Coaster" into a reality


    - Love vs. Infatuation vs. Lust (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)


    - Can infatuation and lust turn into love?


    - Upcoming Music Updates (With U)


    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!


    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.


    Follow us on Social Media:

    Mars Luna: 

    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 

    Threads - @itsmarsluna

    X - @itsmarsluna 

    Facebook - @itsmarsluna

    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 

    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna


    Website - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠⁠⁠


    Spotify: Mars Luna 

    Apple Music: Mars Luna


    Joshua Luna: 

    Instagram - @lunabjoshua

    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    Tiktok - @lunabjoshua


    Holokahiki Toves: 

    Youtube - @holokahikitoves

    Instagram - @holokahikitoves

    Website - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.holokahikitoves.co⁠⁠⁠


    Kainalu Kamai: 

    Instagram - @nalumonphotography 

    X - @HawaiianOppa 

    Tiktok - @Hawaiian_Oppa 

    Discord - @HawaiianOppa

    1 hr 7 min
  • SOS - Last Year, Last Ride

    PSA: Mars Luna is coming to an end, and so is this podcast, this year. On the forty sixth episode of ML Backstage,  Joshua Luna (Josh) called for an emergency SOS podcast to explain and elaborate on a statement he made regarding Mars Luna’s end game this year. It was a last minute decision to record so Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) sat out this episode. The episode covers: 


    - Mars Luna’s Last Year Statement


    - breakdown & explanations


    - ML Backstage Podcast origins & refresher


    - when do you know it’s time to make a change?


    - 2025 goals


    - Upcoming Music Updates (Roller Coaster, Mars Luna’s Music Schedule)


    - Closing (Social Media, Websites, Music Plugs)


    - January Hawaii Trip


    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family! 


    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise. 


    Follow us on Social Media: 


    Mars Luna:  

    Instagram - @itsmarsluna  

    Threads - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitter - @itsmarsluna  

    Facebook - @itsmarsluna 

    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna  

    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise  

    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna 


    Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ 


    Spotify: Mars Luna  

    Apple Music: Mars Luna 



    Joshua Luna:  

    Instagram - @lunabjoshua 

    Threads - @lunabjoshua


    1 hr 9 min
  • Intergalactic Winter - A Cosmic Christmas

    It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! On the forty fifth episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) brought back Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) for the last episode of 2024! This episode recaps Mars Luna's Cosmic Christmas song "Intergalactic Winter", the differences between the aforementioned "Intergalactic Winter" and its predecessor "Intergalactic Summer" , the one year anniversary of Mars Luna's last project "New Orbit", Christmas traditions, highlights and lowlights of 2024 and what the boys want more and less of in 2025. The episode covers:- the "Intergalactic Winter" song breakdown- "Intergalactic Winter" vs "Intergalactic Summer"


    - "New Orbit" One Year Anniversary- Christmas Tradition- Highlights & Lowlights of 2024- what the boys want more or less of as they enter 2025- Upcoming Music Updates (Intergalactic Winter, January Announcement)If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.Follow us on Social Media:Mars Luna: Instagram - @itsmarsluna Threads - @itsmarslunaTwitter - @itsmarsluna Facebook - @itsmarslunaTiktok - @itsmarsluna Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarslunaWebsite - ⁠⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠⁠Spotify: Mars Luna Apple Music: Mars LunaJoshua Luna: Instagram - @lunabjoshuaThreads - @lunabjoshuaHolokahiki Toves: Youtube - @holokahikitovesInstagram - @holokahikitovesThreads - @holokahikitovesWebsite - ⁠⁠https://www.holokahikitoves.co⁠⁠Kainalu Kamai: Instagram - @nalumonphotography Twitter - @HawaiianOppa Tiktok - @Hawaiian_Oppa Discord - @HawaiianOppa

    1 hr 16 min
  • Special Guest - Eli Milan (Artist)

    Coffee and credit cards are a lethal combo. On this episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) introduce one of their favorite singer-songwriters in Las Vegas, Gabriel Interrante, better known as Eli Milan to talk about: his creative journey, his relationship with Mars Luna, his debut EP "coffee & credit cards" and his subsequent EP release show at Winchester Theater, his debut single "Where You Need To Be" and setting realistic goals with underestimating your potential. Daylight savings time is over and Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) were unable to work out the time differences so they're sitting out this episode again. They discuss: 


    - Eli Milan's creative journey


    - Eli Milan's relationship with Mars Luna and Joshua Luna


    - Eli's debut EP "coffee & credit cards" and his subsequent EP release show at the Winchester Theater in November 2024


    - Eli's favorite songs or projects he's worked on- Eli's debut single "Where You Need To Be" that released in 2019 and his updated "Encore" version that released in 2022.


    - setting realistic goals without underestimating your potential.


    - upcoming Mars Luna music updates


    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family! 


    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise


    Follow us on Social Media: 

    Mars Luna: 

    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/itsmarsluna 

    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 

    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 

    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise 


    Website - https://www.itsmarsluna.com 


    Spotify: Mars Luna 

    Apple Music: Mars Luna 


    Joshua Luna: 

    Instagram - @lunabjoshua

    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    Tiktok- @lunabjoshua


    Gabriel Interrante (Eli Milan):

    Instagram - @mrelimilan

    Facebook - @mrelimilan

    Website - elimilan.com

    1 hr 13 min
  • Halley's Comet - Never Gonna Let You Go

    Are you afraid to read the signs wrong? On the forty third episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) talk about the latest "yeet" or Mars Luna single "Halley's Comet". Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) were unable to make it on this episode because Joshua planned it out last minute and they were unable to figure out a day that works with their schedules and the six hour time difference they have to work with. This episode recaps the latest Mars Luna single "Halley's Comet", the comet "Halley", Mars Luna's vinyl recordings with Leesta Vall Studios, "Dearly Loved" tour prep for RUSSELL! and a cover of his song "HARTTBREAK", how Tiktok songs, videos and short-form content test a human's attention span and the general perception of rejection as well as wanting someone or something we can't have. The episode covers:

    - the "Halley's Comet" song breakdown
    - the comet "Halley" symbolism
    - Mars Luna vinyl recordings with Leesta Vall Studios


    - "Dearly Loved" tour prep for RUSSELL! and a cover of his song "HARTTBREAK"

    - how TikTok songs, videos and short-form content test a human's attention span
    - the general perception of rejection and why we want something or someone we can't have
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!
    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Mars Luna: 
    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 
    Threads - @itsmarsluna
    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 
    Facebook - @itsmarsluna
    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna

    Website - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠⁠⁠
    Spotify: Mars Luna 
    Apple Music: Mars Luna
    Joshua Luna: 
    Instagram - @lunabjoshua
    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    44 min
  • Betelgeuse - Everything Happens In Its Season

    Say Mars Luna's name three times and he might just disappear. On the forty second episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) talk about the latest "yeet" or Mars Luna double-single "Betelgeuse" featuring the songs "Free" and "Gypsy". Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) were unable to make it on this episode because Joshua planned it out last minute. This episode recaps the latest Mars Luna double-single "Betelgeuse", the "Beetlejuice" movies, "Betelgeuse" ties to "Orion" and "Rigel", a reflection of Joshua's tenth year living in Las Vegas, a breakdown of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 in the Bible and lessons from death that enhance our appreciation of life. The episode covers:

    - the "Betelgeuse" song breakdowns ('Set Me Free' to 'Free', 'Gypsy Girl' to 'Gypsy' )
    - the "Beetlejuice" movie breakdowns

    - the "Betelgeuse" red supergiant star and its ties to "Orion" and "Rigel"


    - Josh's reflection of his tenth year living in Las Vegas

    - Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
    - lessons we can learn from death that enhance our appreciation of life.
    - Upcoming Music Updates (Leesta Vall Vinyl Session, Halley's Comet)
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!
    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Mars Luna: 
    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 
    Threads - @itsmarsluna
    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 
    Facebook - @itsmarsluna
    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna

    Website - ⁠⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠⁠
    Spotify: Mars Luna 
    Apple Music: Mars Luna
    Joshua Luna: 
    Instagram - @lunabjoshua
    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    39 min
  • Wolverine - Family Over Everything

    Happy first heavenly birthday, Grandpa! On the forty first episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) are back in Vegas. This episode recaps the latest Mars Luna single "Wolverine 2", the "Wolverine" single from the Arcturus EP, the Deadpool & Wolverine movie, Joshua's Hawaii recap in July and the funeral of Joshua's grandfather, Joshua's grandma's visit to Vegas shortly after and dealing with the after effects of grief. The episode covers:

    - the "Wolverine" song breakdown
    - the "Wolverine 2" song breakdown

    - the "Deadpool & Wolverine" movie


    - 31 Days Of Grief in Hawaii Vlog/Documentary

    - August Aftermath (Grandma's first visit to Vegas in 12 years)
    - how being a part of a dysfunctional family affects a person
    - Upcoming Music Updates (Betelgeuse)
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!
    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Mars Luna: 
    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 
    Threads - @itsmarsluna
    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 
    Facebook - @itsmarsluna
    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna

    Website - ⁠https://www.itsmarsluna.com⁠
    Spotify: Mars Luna 
    Apple Music: Mars Luna
    Joshua Luna: 
    Instagram - @lunabjoshua
    Threads - @lunabjoshua

    31 min
  • Rigel - Turning Pain Into Power

    Rest In Love, Grandpa! On the fortieth episode of ML Backstage,  Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) brought back Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) LIVE together in Hawaii Nei! This is a special episode and life really moves in unexpected ways. This episode recaps the latest Mars Luna double-single "Rigel", Mars Luna's Cosmic Chronicles Live Performances in June at the Uncommons, singing the National Anthem for the Las Vegas Aviators, the aforementioned passing of Joshua's grandfather and how the boys navigate through loss and grief. The episode covers:

    - the "Rigel" song breakdowns for "Come Around Again" and its relation to Prelude's "Boulder City", and "Lost At Sea" and its relation to Genesis' "Sailboat".
    - June Updates (Cosmic Chronicles Live at the Uncommons, Las Vegas Aviators National Anthem, Grandpa's Passing)
    - 31 Days Of Grief in Hawaii Vlog/Documentary
    - where in their body the boys feel their emotions
    - what helps with the boys during their grieving process (Hobbies, People, Activities)
    - what keeps the boys going on their toughest days

    - Upcoming Music Updates (Wolverine 2)

    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family!
    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise.
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Mars Luna: 
    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 
    Threads - @itsmarsluna
    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 
    Facebook - @itsmarsluna
    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise

    Youtube - @itsmarsluna

    Website - https://www.itsmarsluna.com
    Spotify: Mars Luna 
    Apple Music: Mars Luna
    Joshua Luna: 
    Instagram - @lunabjoshua
    Threads - @lunabjoshua
    Holokahiki Toves: 
    Youtube - @holokahikitoves
    Instagram - @holokahikitoves
    Threads - @holokahikitoves
    Website - https://www.holokahikitoves.co
    Kainalu Kamai: 
    Instagram - @nalumonphotography 
    Twitter - @HawaiianOppa 
    Tiktok - @Hawaiian_Oppa 
    Discord - @HawaiianOppa

    48 min
  • Special Guest - Moon.Gee (Artist)
    Do you feel electric? On this episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) introduce one of their biggest collaborators Angelo Munji, better known as Moon.Gee to talk about: his creative journey, his relationship with Mars Luna, the adventures they've had collaborating and performing together, the pros and cons of specializing in multiple creative disciplines and the differences between "renaissance men" and "jacks-of-all-trades". Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) were unable to work out the time differences so they're sitting out this episode again.
    They discuss: 
    - Moon.Gee's creative journey
    - Moon.Gee's relationship with Mars Luna and Joshua Luna
    - working on Selfish, auditioning for The Voice, performing at open mics and helping each other out at shows, the original YouTube era, being a part of Mars Luna's Supernova and recapping Mars Luna's "Cosmic Chronicles Live" show at the Uncommons
    - Moon.Gee's favorite songs or projects he's worked on
    - the pros and cons of specializing in multiple creative disciplines.
    - the differences between "renaissance men" or "jacks-of-all-trades".
    - upcoming Mars Luna music updates
    If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, give us a 5 star rating and share this episode with your friends and family! 
    ML Backstage is brought to you by Sixth Dimension Enterprise 
    Follow us on Social Media: 
    Mars Luna: 
    Instagram - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitter - @itsmarsluna 
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/itsmarsluna 
    Tiktok - @itsmarsluna 
    Twitch - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Discord - @sixthdimensionenterprise 
    Website - https://www.itsmarsluna.com 
    Spotify: Mars Luna 
    Apple Music: Mars Luna 
    Joshua Luna: 
    Instagram - @lunabjoshua 
    Angelo Munji (Moon.Gee):
    Instagram - @apmoongee
    Threads - @apmoongee
    X - @apmoongee
    Tiktok - @apmoongee
    1 hr 6 min

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Mars Luna, the Sixth Dimension's "cosmic prince", "space alien singer" and Pop R&B artist enlists his favorite earthlings Joshua Luna (Josh), Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) and Holokahiki Toves (Holo) to…