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Award-winning trio Na Palapalai brings new energy and power to their falsetto style of music in this, their third album "Ka Pua Hae Hawai`i." Recipients of numerous Na Hoku Hanohano Awards (Equivalent to the GRAMMY® Awards) (Hawaiian Album, Hawaiian language, Group of the Year and Haku Mele), Na Palapalai offers a collection of Hawaiian standards and original compositions sure to captivate all Hawaiian music enthusiasts.

This album contains both recordings never heard by the public, "Mona Lisa," "Hanohano No Na Cowboy," & "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," and also different versions and orchestrations of treasured IZ classics. Everything possible has been done to preserve and accentuate the purity of his voice and the soul of his performance. To all of his fans, across all of the borders throughout our amazing and magical world, we give to you this gift of the great man's music. -- Jon de Mello

This CD features 12 songs gathered from classic albums recorded by the Sons of Hawai'i. These songs represent the music that has shaped Eddie Kamae's career as a singer, composer, arranger, band leader and 'ukulele virtuoso. Included are such favorites as "Ke Ala O Ka Jeep" and "Waipi'o Valley Song."

Amy & Willie hit their stride with Hanaiali`œi and it still is considered one of their finest works by the legion of fans that can't get enough of this wild combination of talent.

Don Tiki's exotic tunes are brimming with haunting melodies and sultry rhythms on tracks like "Close Your Eyes," with guest artist Teresa Bright, and Martin Denny's "Exotica `œ97".

From the legendary success of the Ka’au Crater Boys to his robust solo career, world renowned ’ukulele master Troy Fernandez never fails to keep turning heads in Hawaiian Music. Multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner Troy partners with Keao Low from Honolulu’s “A Touch of Gold” to bring you his follow up to the successful Hawaiian Style ’Ukulele. This is good, fun Hawaiian Music. Crank it up this summer on your way to the beach with RIDE TIME!
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Few Hawaiian musicians have risen to such national and international acclaim as Amy Hanaiali`i. Her 2008 album, `Aumakua, is a true embodiment of her consummate talent, featuring 14 fresh compositions that, combined, will comprise one of the most beautiful albums to come from a Hawaiian artist. Hanaiali`i offers her Hoku Award-winning falsetto-infused vocals to `Aumakua, a reverent assemblage of original songs and beloved, time-honored classics, set to the sweet, melodious style that is all her own. Replete with appearances by fellow award-winning artists, composers and arrangers, `Aumakua is an undeniable awards contender.

"One of These Days," the long-awaited second album by Grammy-winning Hawaiian singer songwriter John Cruz, may be new but already has legendary credentials. The album, which John produced himself, was recorded at Jackson Browne's private studio in Los Angeles. John chose the analog tape format to preserve the warmth so commonly removed from music today. He assembled a staggering list of seasoned players, from the innovative percussion virtuoso Paulinho Da Costa, to Los Lobos sax man Steve Berlin, to monster bass player Glenn Worf, to pedal steel guitarist and go-to-guy Greg Leisz, to ace-in-the-hole drummer James Gadson, whose soulful style has permeated the music of just about every top name in the business.

A collection of all of Brother Noland's greatest and most successful hits, "Brother Noland's Greatest Hits Collection" showcases the highly acclaimed talents of Brother Noland. Since hitting the Hawaiian music scene, Brother Noland is always ahead of his time.

2006 GRAMMY NOMINATED CD - "Sweet & Lovely," Raiatea Helm's follow-up recording to her multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Award winning debut CD "Far Away Heaven," made history as Raiatea Helm became Hawai'i's first solo female vocalist to receive a Grammy Nomination. This groundbreaking CD also received 4 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards (Hawai'i's equivalent to the Grammy Awards) as well as her repeat honor as Female Vocalist of the Year. Even more impressively, at barely 21 years of age, Raiatea Helm received the coveted Favorite Entertainer of the Year title. Her 2006 Grammy Nomination as well as her multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Awards has already guaranteed Raiatea Helm's place in Hawai'i music history. Raiatea also reveals the enormous breadth of her talent with Track 14, her sultry rendition of the jazz standard "At Last."

N Dis Life won 5 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. IZ never sounded better than his vocal and ukulele work on his last studio recording.

The Hawaiian Islands are brought to life in the form of this CD. From traditional to contemporary Hawaiian artists, they are all featured on this 15-track compilation CD. Once you put this CD into your stereo you'll never be able to take it out. The melodies are addicting and the chorus' are catchy! A definite must-have!

Grammy nominated in the category for Best Hawaiian Music Album (2004), The Brothers Cazimero are synonymous with contemporary Hawaiian music, having recorded hit after hit and been awarded over 25 Hoku Awards. This album is their best recording and the finest suite of BRAND NEW recorded performances they've ever made. It speaks of both their confidence in their talent and their passion for Hawaiian music.

Ke 'Ala Beauty is certainly a strong sequel to their multi-award winning first CD and continues to exemplify "True Hawaiian Music" in the 21st century. Literally translated as "The Beautiful Fragrance," Ke 'Ala Beauty clearly highlights each members diverse talents and vast background in Hawaiian Music.

Wonderful World presents IZ's music in an inspirational style that honors his musical legacy with an orchestral accompaniment. The result is an album with a collection of Israel's best work. This album, produced by Jon de Mello, will arrive in stores June 26th and is the ideal re-introduction to IZ's larger than life approach. Uniting IZ with a full orchestra has resulted in a powerful and compelling album. Complementing the music, the CD will be packaged in an artistically crafted double fold jacket with a 16-page booklet showing images of Kamakawiwo`ole accompanied by IZ's lyrics.

CONGRATULATIONS to Eddie Kamae...2007 Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner for Best Anthology Album of the Year. "“Eddie Kamae & Friends" presents a new recording of over six decades of Hawaii's musical history with legendary artists whose contributions have had a lasting impact on Hawaiian music and culture. From the musicians and composers, to the instruments and the stories behind the songs, this album showcases everything and everyone that helped shape traditional Hawaiian music as we know it today. "“Eddie Kamae & Friends" is the missing piece in the ultimate Hawaiian music collection and a good place to start for newcomers to the music of the islands.

We are honored and proud to present a brand new album of exceptional recordings by Hawaii's premiere contemporary musicians, Robert and Roland, The Brothers Cazimero. The creation and perpetuation of Hawaiian music has always been their passion and the creation of pure Hawaiian musical magic has always been their Destiny.