From Samoa With Love From the ’09’

Poetik leaning on a wooden railing with tattoos and a gold watch, against a rustic teal background.

Well, if I talk about the six-eight-lima, I’ma swerve Hamo-style while sippin’ on that Vailima.” That opening line, a lyrical mic drop from Poetik on Victor J Sefo’s anthem “685,” has echoed through the hearts of Pacific Islander worldwide. The song itself—an unflinching tribute to Samoa—blares with pride: 685 on your speakers, 685 on your […]

MOANA 2 WORLD PREMIERE

The Magic of Moana Returns: World Premiere Highlights We had the incredible honor of attending the world premiere of Moana 2, which took place in O’ahu, Hawai’i— a perfect choice given the film’s deep connection to the Pacific Islands. It felt truly special to celebrate this movie in the islands themselves, with O’ahu serving as […]

Celebrating 40 Years of Kapena. A Legacy of Music, Culture, and Connection.

“We believe God has taken us through this journey for 40 years. We feel so blessed, and we hope our music inspires not just artists but everyone who listens.” – Kapena In case you didn’t know, 2024 marks a monumental milestone in the music world— 40 years of Kapena! This iconic band, whose rhythms and […]

Bronson Kaufusi: From NFL to Life-Changing Impact Beyond the Game

Bronson Kaufusi’s journey is one deeply rooted in family, football, and a drive to inspire. Born in New Jersey during his father’s tenure with the Philadelphia Eagles, Bronson’s path was shaped by his father, who grew up in Tonga and discovered football after moving to Utah at age nine. His dad’s hard work propelled him […]

From Verse to Vision: How Wayno’s Siva Samoa 2k24 Sparked a Cultural Dialogue

In late October 2024, Wayno released his much-anticipated track Siva Samoa 2k24, a cultural anthem that quickly became a sensation. From Instagram stories to TikTok dance trends, the track resonated deeply, particularly for its iconic verse that begins with, “O Le Tofi O Le Teine Samoa.” If you’ve heard it, and chances are, you have […]

2024 Tiktok comedy creator of the year havea_676

You’ve probably seen one of their videos on social media—maybe once, maybe twice, or like us, 45 times— and we can’t get enough of them! We never skip a video from this creator and his amazing family. A huge congratulations to @havea_676 for winning the TikTok Award for Comedy Creator of the Year, 2024! We’re […]

Back-to-Back-to-Back-TO-BACK! The Penrith Panthers Make Rugby League History

Let’s give it up to the Penrith Panthers, everyone! Even if rugby league isn’t your thing, this is a story you’ll want to hear. This Australian NRL team from the heart of Greater Western Sydney has just pulled off something that hasn’t been seen in decades, taking their fourth consecutive National Rugby League premiership! Yes, […]

Underrated No More: Lomez Brown on Culture, Music, and Legacy

We recently had the chance to sit down with the talented Lomez Brown, diving into his journey in music, his rich cultural heritage, and what’s in store for his upcoming album. This Auckland-based musician with roots in Aotearoa, the Cook Islands, Samoa, Tonga, and even European ancestry, spoke with me about his journey, his inspirations, […]

KEEP ON KEEPING ON: INSIDE THE JOURNEY FEATURING GENERAL FIYAH & THREE HOUSES DOWN

General Fiyah and Charlie FROM THREE HOUSES DOWN Share Their Journey, New Single, a Surprise & MORE! I had the pleasure of sitting down with General Fiyah and Charlie from Three Houses Down for an insightful chat. We talked about their musical journey, how they’ve grown into the artists they are today, General Fiyah’s latest […]