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Oct 30, 2016 · Sofia Tekela-Smith (b. 1970), is of mixed Scottish and Rotuman origins, and spent her childhood on the island of Rotuma—Fiji—before settling in New Zealand. Her art is influenced by her Polynesian heritage and the traditions of body adornment. Tekela-Smith has extended the boundaries of conceptualization, presentation, and display of her ...
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Oct 15, 2023 · The Modern Harmonies of Polynesia. Polynesian music evolved alongside Polynesian culture in the present day. Polynesian artists are fusing old and modern by weaving their rich cultural heritage into current tunes. Contemporary Pop from Samoa: Samoa has created dynamic modern music that reflects the changing times.
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Jul 20, 2015 · Varua Ino. Metal arrived in French Polynesia in full force at the end of the 1980’s. Credited as the first Polynesian metal band Tahitians Varua Ino (“bad spirit”) dropped their debut album Scum in 1997. A worthy addition to the pantheon of heavy and thrash metal classics the album explores many taboo themes.
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Jun 1, 2007 · Today, he’s best known as the composer laureate of Kaua‘i. Considered one of Hawai‘i’s most erotic love songs, “Pua Līlia” is a favorite among such recording artists as Robert ...
