From D2D sales to SHORT TERM RENTAL KING: The Journey of Hailame Kinikini
Hailame Kinikini grew up in a family of ten, including his seven siblings and parents, who were both full Tongan, with grandparents hailing directly from the islands. As the second oldest, Hailame experienced a childhood defined by resilience and adaptability. His father, one of the first full Tongans to earn an MD in the U.S., […]
Championing Men’s Mental Health – TETI’S CLUB
We sat down with Masini Matautia, a proud Samoan and ONE OF THE founderS of Teti’s Club. He outlined the club’s origin, mission, vision and a special cultural event they hosted for UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira. Masini spent about ten years immersed in the world of DJing. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, shutting […]
UA TAUNU’U The Arrival of Success with Teuilealealofa Rose-Anna Saitumua Tafaoialii
At just 25 years old, the daughter of the Pacific and Samoa has achieved the remarkable milestone of earning two doctoral degrees. At just 25 years old, Teuilealealofa Rose-Anna Saitumua Tafaoialii has achieved an extraordinary academic milestone, earning two doctorate degrees. Born and raised in Magna, Utah, she is the daughter of Rev. Elder Saitumua […]
‘Want to’ achieves over 20 million streams!
Do you know that song that goes like, “two shots of you and me make this party for two, I really wanna see you as my future boo?” Well, that song is called “Want To” by Victor J Sefo featuring Josh Wawa. And guess what? Recently, Victor J Sefo happily shared on social media that […]
Coldplay shares the stage with Pasifika artists
The Internationally acclaimed band, Coldplay invited Saia, Junior, Poni, Sione, and Nate from the “This Is Our Home: Pacific Artists for Climate Justice” project to perform in front of a crowd exceeding 60,000 people in France. This initiative harnesses music and storytelling to advocate for a fossil fuel treaty. We want to honor and celebrate […]
TUPULAGA SAMOA: Tree & Wayno
Tree and Wayno have recently launched their latest track, “Tupulaga Samoa,” alongside its music video. We had the opportunity to sit down with Tree to dive into this latest release and her musical journey. Tree’s musical journey took root in church, where her passion for singing began at the age of 7. Throughout her upbringing, […]
5 ARTISTS WHO SHAPED THE NZ MUSIC SCENE
May marked New Zealand Music Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the special sounds of New Zealand and the talented individuals behind them. As we reflect on this occasion, it’s essential to recognize the profound impact Pasifika artists have had in shaping the NZ music scene. Here, we honor five Pasifika artists who have not […]
“No such thing as a life that’s better than yours.”
Lale, seeking solace by the beach to clear her head, stumbled upon a once-in-a-lifetime moment when she unexpectedly encountered the acclaimed rapper and producer J. Cole. Their spontaneous meeting lasted about thirty minutes, with J. Cole engrossed in his work on a forthcoming album, as evidenced by the laptop beside him in the photo Lale […]
Moana 2 trailer shatters records as Disney Animation’s most-watched, garnering over 178 million views within just 24 hours!
The ocean’s mighty force serves as a powerful unifier indeed. Disney Pictures unveiled the first trailer for the highly anticipated “Moana” sequel on Wednesday, instantly shattering records. Within a mere 24 hours, the teaser amassed a staggering 178 million views, securing its place as the studio’s most-watched animated movie trailer ever. This feat surpasses previous […]
MOTHER LAND SAMOA 2023: You Just Had to be There!
About a year ago, in June 2023, the heart of the Pacific, beautiful Samoa, made history by hosting the first-ever Motherland Samoa music festival, brought to life by PacifiCast. PacifiCast presented Motherland Samoa as a cultural music festival celebrating Pacific heritage and reconnecting communities with their Samoan roots. This landmark event took place on June […]