ML Backstage

We're riding solo today! On the eighteenth episode of ML Backstage it's just Mars Luna and Joshua Luna (Josh) on deck, live from Hawaii Nei! Disclaimer: this was originally supposed to be a live episode with everyone but Holokahiki Toves (Holo), Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) and Scott Yago (Scott) were not able to make it for this one due to life transitions and scheduling issues. Josh discusses:

- His 11 year high school reunion and the Mars Luna butterfly effect that blossomed from it.

- Hawaii Culture vs. Mainland Culture

- New Mars Luna album in the works!

- First half of the year reflections

- What do you want to accomplish in the remaining months of 2022?

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The dog days are over! On the seventeenth episode of ML Backstage, we got the original Orion's Belt back again! Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh), Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) return once again, Scott Yago (Scott) makes a cameo in a separate video that is included in this episode.  It is interlude SZN for Mars Luna, the dog days are over, and he released his latest EP "Sirius" on August 2. The boys discuss:

- The "Sirius" EP release and song breakdowns of OG Girl, Treasure Island, Intergalactic Summer, Circles and Constellations.

- Their initial thoughts on the EP and Josh's issues with promoting it on social media during release day.

- The Sirius symbolism, the true meaning of the "dog days of summer", its connection to Greek Mythology and astronomy.

- The correlation between the Sirius EP and Dark Matter LP.

- The correlation between the Sirius EP and Arcturus EP.

- The biggest obstacles they've had to overcome in their lives.

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The whole squad is going treasure hunting! Well, sort of. On the sixteenth episode of ML Backstage, we got everybody back again! Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh), Holokahiki Toves (Holo) and Scott Yago (Scott) return once again, Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) makes a cameo in the beginning as he was on the road picking up his mother from the airport. It is interlude SZN for Mars Luna, the dog days are almost over, and he released his latest single "Treasure Island" on July 1. The boys discuss: 

- An exposition of Matthew 6:19-21 and Luke 12:33-34 and what it means to "lay up treasures in heaven". 

- The "Treasure Island" release and song breakdown. 

- The history of Sin City, its connection to Treasure Island, and why Las Vegas is a city built on false promises.

 - The things that seem to govern their lives. 

- The things in life that they worry and fret about the most. 

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It's officially an "Intergalactic Summer"! It's not hot girl or hot boy summer, but intergalactic summer. On the fifteenth episode of ML Backstage, we got everybody back! Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh), Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) return once again, Holokahiki Toves (Holo) is back and Scott Yago (Scott) makes another appearance as a reoccurring guest since he's the producer for this "Intergalactic Summer" record. It is interlude SZN for Mars Luna, he released his latest single "Intergalactic Summer" on June 3 and since we recorded on release day, this podcast was a celebration! The boys discuss:

- Mars Luna's "Road To Life Is Beautiful" announcement!!

- The "Intergalactic Summer" release and song breakdown.

- Scott's production breakdown of "Intergalactic Summer".

- Nalu's rap breakdown and the codenames he used for his stems.

- Josh's cover art inspiration.

- The history of "Acoustic Sunrise", what led to bringing the band back together, and why it's a feature on "Intergalactic Summer".

- Josh and Nalu rehash last episode's question and ask Scott and Holo to tell them their biggest "full circle" moment they've experienced. 

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Special guest alert! On this episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh) & Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) bring on Mr. "Slightly Taller In Person" Sergio Jamerison aka Surge Jordan who is coming off the heels of the Vegas show of his "Fan Appreciation Tour". As mentioned last month, Holokahiki Toves (Holo) is out for this episode but he'll back for next month's episode in the summer. 

They discuss: 

- Surge's creative journey from beginning to present and his relationship with Mars Luna.

 - the "Fan Appreciation Tour", Recycled Propaganda show with Mars and his reasoning and motivation behind the tour. 

- the "Britney" and "Full Circle" music videos. 

- Collaborating on Mars' song "Rose Colored Lenses" 

- how Surge manages to balance/juggle being a dad, husband, working several 9-5s and still find the energy and time to pursue a rap career. 

- the biggest "Full Circle" moments they've experienced in their lifetimes. 

- Surge's favorite record/album he's released so far. 

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This is the probably most ironic episode we've done. On the thirteenth episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh) & Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) talk about the surprise Mars Luna double single "Trapped In Space" that is out now on all streaming platforms and they cover the pros and cons of the social media experience for creatives. Holokahiki Toves (Holo) is out for this episode and the next one since he's currently training for his dream job. Send your prayers, thoughts and positive energy his way. He will be back on the podcast in the summer. They discuss:

 - Lost In Space's third year anniversary and the surprise release and breakdown of "Trapped In Space". 

- the correlation between social media & creativity, creating for the algorithm or for the love of art. 

- the pros & cons of making music (or any kind of art) in the social media era.

- what they think the future of music will look like. 

- if would they rather create their own opportunities or go where the opportunities are. 

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This episode is fueled by Psychopath energy! On the twelfth episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh) & Holokahiki Toves (Holo) analyze the behind the scenes stories, creative processes and release of Mars Luna's "Psychopath" music video (and acoustic single) that is out now on all streaming platforms. Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) missed this episode since he was working at the Ghost Bus again. Go check that out if you're in Kapolei. They discuss:

- Psychopath's connection comic book characters (more specifically Batman villains) such as Joker, Harley Quinn, Riddler, Two-Face, Venom (even though he is a part of Marvel) and how watching "The Batman" movie validated the direction Josh took for the Psychopath video.

- the song breakdown for the acoustic version of "Psychopath" and how Josh was able to produce and release this version to compliment the music video. 

- the original plans and influences for the "Psychopath" video and the overall change of direction from a risqué and sensual video to a grungy, dark and goofy direction.

- filming "Psychopath" in Honolulu Chinatown and how the sketchy vibe generated the necessary energy to push through with the video.

- filming at a tennis court and drawing inspiration from Amine's "Compensating" music video.

- filming at 3 Kai Clothing Co and using Nalu's airsoft rifle and knife to bring a maniacal and sinister direction to Mars Luna's character for the video.

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Alexa, play "Love Season" by JBoog and "Rocket Science" by Mars Luna. It's February and love is in the air! On Episode 11 of ML Backstage, Joshua Luna (Josh), Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) & Holokahiki Toves (Holo) welcome you to Season 2 and episode 10 (overall) of ML Backstage! They discuss:

- Their best or worst Valentine's Day experiences/moments

- Their ideal first dates

- If they've ever fallen in love

- How do they know when they love someone

- Their opinions on online dating 

- What it's like to put someone in the friend zone 

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Happy new year! Since all the Mars Luna projects have been recapped (for now), Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh), Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) & Holokahiki Toves (Holo) welcome you to Season 2 and episode 10 (overall) of ML Backstage! They discuss:

- the differences between New Years Resolutions vs. New Years Intentions

- Nalu's 2022 Goals & Intentions

- Holo's 2022 Goals & Intentions

- Josh's 2022 Goals & Intentions

- What's next for Mars Luna for 2022 and beyond

- What they want to do differently this year and the things about themselves that they want to change this year

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On the ninth episode of ML Backstage, Mars Luna, Joshua Luna (Josh) & Holokahiki Toves (Holo) analyze the behind the scenes stories, creative processes and release of the second Mars Luna LP "Dark Matter" that is out now on all streaming platforms. Kainalu Kamai (Nalu) missed this episode since he was working at the Ghost Bus. Go check that out if you're in Waikiki. This is the second episode in the "Dark Matter" series. They discuss:

- favorite tracks from "Dark Matter", a breakdown of tracks 4 through 12 on the album (Love Hotline, Rocket Science, We Get Down, Lipstick Blues, Over Again, The Villain 2, Gone, Psychopath, Turn Back Time) and Josh gives some fun facts about each individual song.

- creating the "Rocket Science" music video during the pandemic and making the most out of limited resources due to Hawaii lockdown restrictions and how Josh's mom came through in the clutch with the casting process.

- how Holo's trip to Japan in 2017 and a "situationship" with a woman he met there led to the creation of the "Rocket Science" song.

- the original plans for the "Dark Matter" album photoshoot, working with Valor Perry (@livinthatlenslife on IG) and how the photoshoot day paralleled and mirrored the album process.

- the similarities, differences, comparison and connection between Mars Luna's albums "Lost In Space" and "Dark Matter".

- the biggest life lessons the guys learned in 2021, and their biggest wins and losses from the year. 

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