Wefobz Podcast S3E6: Musical Nomad – Samoan Roots to Delta Blues with John Akapo | LIVE

🎵 Episode 6 is here!The Musical Nomad – Identity, Freedom, and Staying True to Your SoundJohn Akapo is a true musical nomad — moving freely between original Samoan compositions, traditional Delta blues, hip hop, and R&B. With deep roots and an open heart, he creates with integrity and follows the wind wherever it leads.In this episode, we dive into:• His musical journey and early influences• What it really means to live and create as a “musical nomad”• How culture and identity shape his sound• The biggest challenges he’s faced and how he stayed true to himself• Advice for upcoming artists finding their own pathIf you’ve ever felt pulled in different directions creatively, this conversation will speak directly to you.John Akapo – a artist who embraces individuality and the courage to walk his own musical road.Follow John Akapo:🔗 https://linktr.ee/johnakapoGuest: John AkapoHost: ChieflottProducer: GuysosmoothPodcast: Wefobz Podcast Season 3#PacificIslanderMusic #MusicalNomad #JohnAkapo #SamoanMusic #PacificMusic #DeltaBlues #HipHopAndBlues #StayTrueToYourSound #WefobzPodcast #SamoanArtist #PolynesianCreatives00:00:00 - Start00:01:06 - Welcome to the Wefobz Podcast00:01:27 - AAPI Heritage Month Acknowledgment00:01:57 - Childhood Friends Reunion – John Akapo00:03:53 - The Music Journey Begins (Alaska Roots)00:05:03 - Moving to American Samoa & Family Music00:06:01 - Acapella Days & Picking Up Guitar00:07:20 - Sleepovers, Jam Sessions & First Chords00:08:37 - Green Day Pep Rally Performance00:10:01 - Shared MemoriesFootball, Music & Island Life00:10:32 - Life in American Samoa – Culture Shock & Gratitude00:15:27 - Key Life Lessons from Samoa (“If you see the shot, shot it”)00:19:53 - How Sports & Music Shaped His Mindset00:27:10 - What “Musical Nomad” Really Means00:30:58 - Freedom, Creativity & Dad’s Wisdom00:33:02 - Knowing When to Evolve & Shift Directions00:34:29 - The Risk of Betting on Yourself00:38:08 - The Maui Years – Uncle Mo & Becoming a Working Musician00:43:39 - Moving to Oahu, Family Struggles & New Chapter00:50:06 - Embracing Versatility Across Genres00:53:06 - Blues as His Most Natural Sound00:54:59 - Songwriting Process & Feeling vs Intention00:57:52 - The Unnamed New Sound He’s Developing01:01:02 - Radio Influence Growing Up in Samoa01:04:57 - Challenges, Industry Pressure & Staying True01:10:49 - Faith, Family & Staying Grounded01:12:14 - Samoan Roots in His Artistry & Identity01:14:13 - Advice to Aspiring Artists – “Make it till you make it”01:15:57 - Closing & Final ThoughtsSupport Wefobz:→ Subscribe & turn on notifications!🔥 Wefobz StoreOur official Wefobz merch featured items are tagged below! https://wefobz.myspreadshop.com/(featured YouTube store)https://www.stickermule.com/wefobz(featured Rumble store)Help us earn commission by purchasing any of the tagged or featured items which also helps us pay the bills! Thank you and we appreciate you!