491 - How Much Of Yourself Can You Be In Music? - Bobo.Xx

The Vietnamese with Kenneth Nguyen · Apr 23, 2026 · 46m · transcript

In this episode, Ken reunites with Bobo, an artist whose evolution over the past two years has redefined his place in the creative world. From his roots in the Bay Area’s "Haifi" movement to his current life as a high-energy rock musician in LA, Bobo breaks down the "Identity Crisis" that fuels his art.

We dive into the rare story of his father, a full-time artist who gave Bobo a unique surname at birth to ensure he would stand out. We explore how martial arts tricking became the foundation for his stage presence and why he uses makeup—inspired by David Bowie—not to hide, but…