Inside the Ethnic Studies Studio...Featuring Krystilez

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This presentation will feature Krystilez, a contributor in the recently released book, Empire of Funk: Hip Hop and Representation in Filipina/o America. His chapter in the book entitled, “Homesteady,” examines his life as a local hip hop recording artist, a radio DJ, and his upbringing on a Hawaiian homestead. Krystilez has numerous solo music projects, including his most recent release, “The Huliau Mixtape,” which has garnered rotation on local radio and has been categorized as “Urban Island.” He is also a member of the Hawai‘i hip hop supergroup, Angry Locals, who have released several musical projects, including their latest entitled “Locals Only.” Krystilez also hosts a popular nightly radio show on 102.7 da BOMB. In this presentation, he will talk about his book chapter as well as his work in the hip hop and radio broadcasting industries.

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This event is free and open to the public.

Event Sponsor
Department of Ethnic Studies, Ethnic Studies Student Association (ESSA), Mānoa Campus

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(808) 956-6915

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