From Next Generation to Entrepreneur: Music & Building Moani | Micah G Keeps It Aloha (Ep. 226)

About this episode

Micah Keolanui discusses his journey from being a member of The Next Generation to a solo artist and entrepreneur.

Micah Keolanui is a singer, songwriter, producer and entrepreneur from the island of O’ahu. He is known for his smooth vocals and signature reggae sound, blending R&B, soul, and island influences into music that’s both timeless and relatable. He’s been in the music scene for over two decades, originally as a founding member and lead singer of The Next Generation before stepping into his solo career and building a name of his own.He’s released projects like G Style and Feeling Good, with songs like “Take a Chance,” “Big City Love,” “Apple of My Eye,” and “Good Man” gaining strong rotation across Hawaiʻi radio and connecting with audiences across the islands and beyond.And now, after some time away from releasing a full project, he is getting ready to drop a brand new album, marking the next chapter in his journey as an artist.In this episode we talk about growing up in Kuliouou, getting into music, starting Next Generation, their hits songs, going solo, opening his Moani restaurants, the evolution of music, his new album, and so much more. Enjoy!Buy our merch:🛍️ https://keepitaloha.com/Support us:🤙 https://www.patreon.com/kamakadiasFollow us:📸 Instagram –…

People in this episode

Host: Kamaka Dias

Guest: Micah Keolanui

Topics covered

• music
• entrepreneurship
• Hawaiian culture
• personal journey
• restaurant business
• reggae sound

Keywords

• Micah Keolanui
• Next Generation
• O’ahu
• music
• reggae
• Moani
• Hawaiian radio
• album release

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Next Generation

Books & works: G Style, Feeling Good, Take a Chance, Big City Love, Apple of My Eye, Good Man

Places: O’ahu, Kuliouou

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