Music that inspired Ala Wai State of Mind

by Steven Kou, 5/16/24

One thing about me is that I like listening to albums from front to back. Prior to and during the making of the EP, I was trying to find a distinct production style to articulate in the music. Below are the albums that inspired the island reggae production style of the project.

  • Micah G - G Style

  • Laga Savea - Roots Satisfaction

  • Kiwini Vaitai - Hard Times

  • Kawao - Determined

  • Kiwini Vaitai - Roses and Thorns

  • Steel Pulse - Earth Crisis

  • Bitty McLean - Movin’ On

  • Sade - Lovers Rock

  • Agustus Pablo - King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown

  • Teki - El Soul Wailer