Roman De Peralta of Kolohe Kai - The Breakdown (Artist's Spotlight)

[@vikz9437]

He’s so humble and brought tears when he talked about his depression and how he told his parents that he doesnt wanna be around anymore😭

[@LaurieFreed-q2n]

Just beautiful!

[@MerleChloe]

I totally agree! Iam is instinctively humble, thoughtful, and inclusive and true to his roots. I just LOVE him!

[@kawikadavid8958]

Roman is an inspiration to many.

[@GeorgeAlexa]

I look forward to the Breakdown and listening to this young entertainer's joy in this short interview. To those who comment, Google Dean Cain (superman) and tell me if they look alike! A shout-out to Lina Girl!

[@charmainep1602]

I hope this interview with Roman reaches out to someone who desperately needs to hear his inspiring story. It could save a life, thank you Roman. Aloha ❤ 🌺

[@MerleChloe]

Roman's story about Round and Round really resonated with me. I'm there right now, and it helps to think of things being impermanent. Because sometimes it seems like forever is too long. ❤

[@fun2create]

Iam won because he did stick to his routes. We love him and his Hawaiian soul. From Texas. We want more from all of you!!

[@wxkat]

I don’t think another hometown song would have worked as well for Iam as “Cool Down” did. It didn’t matter if the song wasn’t as well known outside of Hawaii - I grew up on old(er) school local music like Kalapana and C&K so I wasn’t familiar with the song myself before Iam’s performance. But because Iam is a great storyteller, he turned the competition into a party/concert for the song’s duration. His bringing island music along for the ride was like a breath of fresh air to the show.

[@charmainep1602]

Same here, growing up with Kalapana, C & K. 🌺

[@antising8834]

It sure was like watching an Iam Tongi concert. I never knew any of these songs but the performances were EPIC. He could not have picked better songs. And this guy Roman, such a nice person. The "local" celebrities are all big stars in their own right, and still supporting and loving. We need more of that in the world. I hope Iam can bring them all together again for some special concert. And please stream that worldwide. Crazy how sometimes people just don't get to know about these great artists.

[@HARDCORESINCE84]

I had the privilege of visiting the Big Island 10 years ago. It was life changing. Hooked on the island jams and the felt the amazing Aloha spirit of the people. Was rooting for Iam from day one and lost it when he sang Cool Down. I also hope with a win for Hawaii, it leads to understanding and respect for the history of the natives and how the islands came to be part of the US. 🤙🏽✊🏽🌺

[@odettagonzalez4355]

He did the right choice on “Cool Down” it’s a summer jam and everyone rolled with it and loved it as well! It was fundamental 👏👏❤️👌

[@vikz9437]

Really enjoyed this interview❤️

[@ukuleleprojecthawaii]

Wow.. what a great interview. Gave me chick skin all over again, like it was when I heard Iam sing "Cool Down" live. And thanks for choosing to keep singing

[@antising8834]

What a superstar.

[@doreenotaguro5916]

Love this story, thank you Lina Girl!😘

[@doreenotaguro5916]

Love Roman's strength and courage to share his story ❤️ #1fan🤗

[@MerleChloe]

I totally agree! Roman, thank you for sharing your story. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikek4708]

Lina Girl, great great interview, loved “Cool Down” Roman performed on this session. Roman, so appreciate your honesty and emotion, brave and appreciated. Your Uncle gave you a precious and powerful gift in your moment together. Thanks so much for sharing. You are a talented musician, best wishes and thanks Kanile’a, editing is so professional, love these interviews, 🫶🇬🇧

[@EnjoyTalents]

Im not even a islander by blood but mahn raised on the island even if for 14 years was enough for me to Soooo appreciate all those artists because the connection with spirit and love.

[@doreenotaguro5916]

Sweet kid❤ speaks from the heart

[@braolliomenor4220]

Brada you have touch my soul and heart and very true of your life story God will bless you for saving a least one person in life or may be the world hope the younger generation will take your message in heart and like your song cool down that's what the world needs.aliha my brada like tongi said we were price out of Hawaii now living in Washington like togi aloha God bless.🤙🌈♥️

[@rochellekemfort8671]

What a great testimony Roman, thank you for sharing. May the Lord turn His face toward you and keep you and give you peace. I declare supernatural healing that every muscle, bone, tissue and organ function as God created it to. Thank you for your faithfulness Lord…In Jesus name amen

[@ClaireJohnson-te4jd]

I am beyond happy to see this! This music is awesome.

[@G..G..]

Wow! 🔥🔥🔥

[@taniatee2042]

Roman thank u for the inspiration and words 4 the depression pandemic . Often at a loss on how to help 4 our youth and ohana/whanau

[@samwright285]

Awesome session… Great interview. Hi Lina girl💯🙏👍Long time no see

[@codydutton1712]

So glad that U making some really positive music! These songs hit home Brotha with me on different levels! There is Hope and I do wanna live cause life is precious! Thank U for Ur songs Brothers and congratulations to Ur new marriage! 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@ukeing_lady721]

Thank you so much Linagirl, for introducing me to truly talented artists whose stories are honest and truly inspiring to those of us who are not where we want to be musically, but who are willing to try despite whatever gets in n the way. This was a story I really needed to hear. Mahalo!

[@theIn4mation]

Thank you for this artist spotlight series! Super cool, and thanks to Kanile’a for building such awesome ukulele’s! Yessahh

[@JodyY808]

Wow, Lina Girl, this was a fantastic interview with all the photos and videos to tell Roman's story. There was so much stuff I neva know, especially about the hard times, but it's really great to see how Roman has picked himself up with a lot of help from those who care about him, and now so many wonderful things are happening for him as he deserves. I know you've got to share this with Iam, and I truly hope there will be an Iam-Roman collaboration soon, if not in the recording studio, at least on stage together. Will Roman be away when Iam comes for his concert in Hawai'i on July 2? I'm also going to share this interview with all the people I've gotten to know online who were following Iam on his American Idol journey, especially the YT creators who reacted to Iam's videos and got turned on to "Island Vibe" and the music and musicians Iam grew up listening to and playing, and they are now looking for and reacting to more music from Hawai'i and the other Pacific Islands. Many of them have become big fans of "Cool Down" and Kolohe Kai, so they'll love this interview, too!

[@KanileaUkulele]

We hope there will be a collaboration in the near future too! Mahalo for watching and sharing 🤙🏼

[@charmainep1602]

@KanileaUkuleles Kolohe Kai and Iam Tongi (and more) will be performing in Sacramento, CA at the holoholo festival on Sept 9, Yessah!!🩴🩴🎶🎤🤙

[@JodyY808]

@@charmainep1602 I have to wait till they do it in Hawai'i, but probably won't be able to get tickets. No good large venues now except for the Waikiki Shell, and that's going under construction soon, too.

[@charmainep1602]

@JodyY808 Looks like a great line up next month at Turtle Bay. I bet Iam and Spawnbreezie will duet, Don't Let Go!

[@christywhetten7051]

One of the most enjoyable interviews I’ve seen you do, LinaGirl! This touched my heart and gave me a greater insight into the island music scene. It has made my day! ❤️❤️❤️

[@VloggingMolly]

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[@mikebalitao5117]

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