Island Contemporary
Island Contemporary
Laid-back island rock, folk-tinged melodies, reggae- and R&B-inspired rhythms create the Hawaiian sounds of today
Kulaiwi
Three of Hawai’is leading performers have joined forces!
John Cruz
“a great songwriter and a great singer…he’s one of the best.”
Amy Hanaiali’i
“Her voice is rich and soulful. She turns song lyrics into stories that have you hanging on every word. She’s a captivating entertainer”
Paula Fuga
“…an uncommonly gorgeous voice and holds notes that wrap around a listener like a mother’s embrace.” — Variety
Henry Kapono
“Kapono is one of the great island songwriters of his generation.”
Laid-back island rock
Kalani Pe‘a
Regional Roots Grammy
“…a gorgeous voice major, innovative figure in contemporary Hawaiian music.”—Maui News
Native Arts & Cultures Foundation Fellow
Kanekoa
“The Hawaiian Grateful Dead” —Bill Kreutzmann, The Grateful Dead
Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono
Legends: Keola Beamer & Henry Kapono, with Moanalani Beamer “[Keola Beamer]…The Quintessential Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar Master" --The New York Times “Henry Kapono has clearly become the most prolific and profound island entertainer of his era – and there’s no...
Makana
“…a textbook illustration of slack-key style…dazzling.” NY Times
“impressive stage presence and jewel box precision… a master, for certain…with sizzling showmanship.” -Honolulu Advertiser
Nathan Aweau
“on electric bass and acoustic guitar,… advanced understanding of harmony and orchestration …his singing style is effortless” –NY Times