alternate to play Palauan rhythm to keep guests entertained.
The group provides day and night entertainment for visitors who roam around Koror. Right after the opening ceremony on Sunday, the group started providing music every day until 9 pm, making sure that there’s constant noise and music.
“So far, that’s what we’ve been doing.” Malo said.
According to Malo, the Nakamura family approached their group right before the Micro Games and asked them if they can provide the entertainment for the Micronesian Games guests.
“We agreed,” Malo said. “And Palau National Olympic Committee (PNOC) also said that they needed help with the entertainment, but they are low on funds. There was a budget, but it was limited. So, the Nakamura family decided that they will cover the expenses.”
Malo added that the main idea behind the event was to do a contest which will involve not just Palauans, but visitors from other islands. “We want other guests to participate in the singing contest, which we call the ‘Micronesian Idol,’” Malo said.
On Monday night, during the first night of the contest, a total of eight contestants participated. The contest starts at 5:00 p.m. every night.
“Every night there will be two winners, all the way until Monday next week,” Malo explained. “All the winners will get together and compete with each other for the grand prize: cash money, recording contract, overnight stay at Carp Island Resort.”
Other consolation prizes include airtime, electric tokens, gas certificates and dinner and lunch certificates.
“It’s great that people come together through music,” Malo said. “Music is the glue that binds us all together. This is also a good venue for us to showcase Palauan music.”
He added that they are being fortunate that people have been respectful. “This has been an alcohol- and drug-free place. We want to maintain that. People are just having a good time.”
Malo said they are trying to draw in other musicians to come on board. The stage is open for everybody who wants to sing and dance.
