Kevin I. reflects on the consistent words critics, broadcasters, and listeners have used to describe his voice across decades — smooth, warm, soulful, emotional, and intimate — and how those qualities helped define his vocal fingerprint.

Kevin I. reflects on the idea of a “vocal fingerprint” — the unique qualities that make a singer instantly recognizable — and how listeners, critics, and AOR audiences have consistently identified the warmth, smoothness, and emotional depth in his voice across more than four decades.

Kevin I. reflects on reconnecting with longtime friend and musical collaborator Charlene after more than 40 years, revisiting the story behind their duet “Hold Me Thru Tomorrow” and the friendship that inspired it.

Kevin I. shares his gratitude to AOR Light Mellow and Toshi Kanazawa for reviewing two of his early vinyl LPs, reflecting on his Hawaiʻi-to-Tokyo music journey, soul and Motown influences, signature ballad style, and the lasting appreciation of his recordings among Japanese AOR fans.

Kevin I. reflects on the four producers who shaped his recording career — Brian Robertshaw, Jimmy Funai, Bob Wilson, and Lance Jyo — and how each helped define a different chapter of his music, from his early Hawaiʻi recordings to his return with My Continuum.

Kevin I. shares the story behind “Keep Believin’,” his new faith-based pop single and the first release from his upcoming album If We Believe – Kevin I. – Then and Now. In this personal reflection, he looks back on the faith, perseverance, and gratitude that guided his return to music after more than 40 years.

In Part 2 of his 1980s vocal duet series, Kevin I. explores the decade’s standout collaborations across country-pop, rock, pop-funk, R&B, and movie theme duets. From Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton to Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes, this post reflects on the songs, artists, and unforgettable pairings that helped define the golden age of duets.

The 1980s gave us some of music’s most unforgettable vocal duets. In Part 1 of this series, Kevin I. looks back on the romantic pop ballads, adult contemporary classics, and R&B powerhouse collaborations that helped define the decade.

After four decades away from recording, Kevin I. returns to music with a deeper sense of purpose, reflection and gratitude. In this personal essay, he shares the story behind My Continuum and why this new chapter is not a comeback, but a continuation.

In this post, Kevin I. shares how “Can’t Get Back The Time” became the emotional centerpiece of My Continuum — a personal anthem about regret, loss, and choosing to live fully with the time we have.

In this post, I share the story behind “The Last Goodbye” from My Continuum — how a breakup song evolved into a broader reflection on loss, closure, and the words we never got to say, inspired by my late father.

In this post, I share the story behind “The Love You Give (To Me)” — how Lance Jyo’s original song “Anna,” written for his wife, became a more universal love anthem on My Continuum, and why it means so much to me.

In this post, I share why I’m grateful for my Japanese AOR fans—listeners who celebrate timeless, melody-driven music and helped keep Hawaiian AOR alive. Their support made My Continuum feel like a continuation, not a comeback.

In this post, Kevin I. reflects on meeting a 19-year-old Anita Mui at the Tokyo Music Festival—long before she became the “Madonna of Asia” and one of Hong Kong’s most iconic superstars. Kevin shares the impression she left on him, the brief conversation he’s never forgotten, and the heartbreak of losing her far too soon. Though she passed at just 40, Anita’s music, films, and cultural impact continue to shine through the generations.

In this Valentine’s Day review, Wayne Harada reflects on Kevin I.’s newly released studio version of “One In Love,” calling it a timely and meaningful revival of a song that once changed the course of Kevin’s career.

In Part 2 of my story, I reflect on how winning the Hawaii Music Festival transformed my career overnight—opening doors I never imagined and leading me back, decades later, to finally record “One In Love” as a promise fulfilled on Valentine’s Day.

I look back on the night I won the Grand Prize at the 1982 Hawaii Music Festival—a moment that changed my life and set me on a path to the Tokyo Music Festival. From discovering “One In Love” to the people who helped shape the performance, this is where the story begins. Part 2 coming soon.

In this piece, Kamasami Kong reflects on the legacy of Hawaiian AOR and the artists who helped define its sound, highlighting Kevin I. as a standout voice of the genre. Drawing from decades of experience, Kong shares insight into Kevin’s musicianship, vocal style, and the lasting impact of his contributions to AOR and smooth radio culture.

Kevin I. shares an English translation of his Japanese interview from AOR Age (Edition 37 – January 2026), featuring Lance Jyo, Kalapana, and Kamasami Kong.

After four decades away from the studio, Kevin I. stepped back to the microphone to face fear, rediscover his voice, and complete a full-circle project. This is the story behind My Continuum—a journey of faith, resilience, and the joy of creating music again.