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Podcast: Behind the Lavalava
Episode: Episode 63. Crafting Stories Through Beats: Mareko's Unique Approach
Description: Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Mark Sagapolutele, aka Mareko, a Samoan hip-hop artist from New Zealand's Deceptikonz crew. He shares his humble beginnings in South Auckland, New Zealand, and his journey into hip-hop. He talks about the influence of American rap, his love for the culture, and his unique storytelling style.Discover the essence of Polynesian hip-hop as Mareko discusses his experiences, collaborations, and the evolution of the genre. He highlights the importance of preserving hip-hop's core while embracing its global influence.Mareko's solo album "White Sunday" to...