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47th Annual Grammy Award WINNER for Best Hawaiian Music Album, Slack Key Guitar Volume 2 is an even more star studded release. With more songs and more amazing artists to add to the bill, Slack Key Guitar Volume 2 takes you from a "Celtic Summer" to a "Kiholo Moon". A must have for all guitar lovers!

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“Manawa” means “time.” Mailani has taken the “time” to develop her craft. First with the very successful and award-winning duo Keahiwai, next with the all girl powered Mighty J and at last taking center stage with her first solo album, Mailani. Mailani won her “Female Vocalist of the Year” and the respect of fans and the music community as a top notch solo artist and composer.

Mailani has taken the “time” to honor her culture and hone her craft. She speaks Hawaiian and has studied voice under one of the true greats, Teresa Bright.

Manawa is proof of the evolution of a true artist. An artist that has performed all over the world. An artist that has become a better singer, a better composer, a more commanding performer, a more accomplished guitarist, a tender Hawaiian poet. Mailani is taking her craft to new heights with her brand new CD Manawa.

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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

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Nā Palapalai's highly anticipated new album, Ha'a!

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2012 brings us to our newest release, HA'A. It is a tribute to our fans whom have somehow, Mahalo Ke Akua, become a Hawaiian music army, worldwide. Your unwavering support humbles us every day. We also dedicate this to all the hula dancers around the world, in countries we could have never dreamed of. It is for you that we sing.

We Aloha you all. The shy, keiki hula, the serious competition hula dancers, the ones who kaholo when they clean their hale. It is for you that we sing.

If you Kalākaua in the shower, we bid Aloha to you. Mahalo to the Aunties dancing hula in the front row with a beer in one hand and smoke meat in the other. It is for you that we sing.

We most humbly offer you, HA‘A. Now get up and dance.

--Nā Palapalai 2012

Kuana Torres Kahele & Ioane Burns

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Bill Kaiwa is an accomplished singer, songwriter and composer, one of Hawaiian music's rare gems. Born in Honolulu, Kaiwa spent his childhood in Papakolea before moving to Kaua`œi to work as a paniolo (hawaiian cowboy) on Kipukai Ranch. It was there, through the encouragement of his father, that Kaiwa immersed himself in Hawaiian language and culture. Kaiwa began his career performing at the Moana Surfrider Hotel in Waikîkî, where he performed for six years; he was also on the bill for 12 years at the Kuhio. He was a regular vocalist on the "“Hawaii Calls" radio show, hosted by Webley Edwards, which broadcast real traditional Hawaiian music from Waikiki internationally. Kaiwa also headlined the group Bill Kaiwa & The Maile Serenaders. Bill Kaiwa offers his recognizable baritone talents to Na Halia, a collection of traditional Hawaiian songs that have the power to evoke a fond remembrance. The 16-track album features songs like "“Waikiki" and "“Ke Ala Tuberose" that have the staying power to last generations.

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Hawaiian Man brand new from Brother Noland The traditional Hawaiian album you’ve been waiting for! Hawaiian Man redefines Brother Noland, yet again. This time, his creativity takes him to a more traditional Hawaiian vein that strikes a chord with young and old, local and visitor to his island paradise. It is the root of all the music that has evolved in his successful career. Brother Noland has shaped contemporary music in Hawai‘i with his innovative songwriting and a performance style. Some of his most critically acclaimed songs have launched new genres. “Coconut Girl” gave Noland the title “Father of Jawaiian Music.” His performance and songwriting are an integral part of the creative journey. His back-to-basics repertoire on Hawaiian Man is enhanced by his evolution of style. You can hear his maturity, wisdom and confidence. Mountain Apple Company is pleased to have cultivated Brother Noland’s growth as an artist over the years. His journey of artist, songwriter, author, teacher and cultural treasure is reflected in the music you are about to hear.

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A perfect album to brighten up the Holidays! HAPA brings you the best in holiday music with "HAPA Holidays". With classics like "Oh Come, Oh Come Emanuel" and a few originals, "HAPA Holidays" is sure to become a Christmas favorite for the whole family.

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A compilation of all the hit Jawaiian/island songs that Hawai]i has to offer. All of Hawaii's hottest artists join together on this collection to create an unforgettable CD.

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Slack Key jazz is the first recording of classic jazz paired with the nahenahe (sweet) sounds of solo slack key guitar. From Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin and Dave Brubeck to George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Norah Jones; the great American songbook is poetically retold with the resonant sounds of slack key. Original pieces affirm Jeff\\\'s creative voice classic Hawaiian songs are spun with the freedom and eloquence of Contemporary and even Brazillian Jazz.

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Kohala's masterful acoustic guitar blending takes you on a journey of relaxation.

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2008 GRAMMY NOMINATED CD -  "Hawaiian Blossom" is Raiatea Helm's third CD in her series of award-winning recordings. This remarkable collection of Hawaiian classics and original compositions continues Raiatea's tradition of stunning vocalization and resulted in her being recognized with an historic 2nd Grammy Nomination! (Raiatea received her first Grammy Nomination for "Sweet & Lovely" in 2006). "Hawaiian Blossom" was also praised with another Na Hoku Hanohano Award to add to her collection of 6 previous Na Hoku Hanohano Awards (Hawai'i's equivalent to the Grammy Awards). Raiatea Helm's breathtaking talent has also emerged in her love of jazz. Her growth as Hawaii's premier songstress can be heard in Track 13, the jazz classic "Taking A Chance On Love."

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When "Hawaiian Passion" was originally released in 1985, it swept the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards in all major categories. In 2003, Tony Conjugacion [Tony C] was handed the opportunity to not only re-record all of the songs (and add six new bonus songs), but have the original musicians join him again to better an album that was already categorized a masterpiece.

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Maui’s favorite son, Uncle Willie K, has been playing music and mesmerizing audiences around the world since the age of 10.  Having performed with the likes of B.B. King, Santana, Prince and Willie Nelson, Willie K has garnered countless Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for both production and performance, as well as earning a spot on the inaugural GRAMMY® Award ballot for Best Hawaiian Music.  

Widely regarded as Hawaii’s greatest entertainer, Willie shared his talents with the national audience appearing on VH1’s “100 Greatest Love Songs” with Jennifer Love Hewitt, provided the entertainment for a Monday Night Football Halftime show, as well as the Pro Bowl Halftime Show, and starred in local feature film “Get A Job.”  Most recently, Willie has toured Germany with Simply Red, sharing the music of Hawai’i on the World Stage.

There is only one Willie K! Willie Wonderland…
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"Mele Pana, or songs of place, are an important part of the repertoire of music from Hawai‘i and have guided me time and time again as I discover new ways of expressing my aloha for this precious land. Even when I have traveled far from home I still feel a connection to my island roots. I offer this music with deep gratitude to the islands and people of Hawai‘i for shaping the landscape of my soul and being the source of so much of my musical inspiration." - Jeff Peterson

Internationally acclaimed guitarist Jeff Peterson has established himself as one of the leading slack key guitarists of his generation taking the music from his roots in the ranch lands of upcountry Maui to concert stages around the world and the big screen in the recent Oscar-winning film The Descendants starring George Clooney.

For more information on the artist and songs on this recording please visit Jeff's website at www.JeffPetersonGuitar.com

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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.

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Kaunaloa, the greatly anticipated solo release from Na Palapalai’s Kuana Torres Kahele. This collection of primarily original compositions showcases his talent as a songwriter and impressive vocal ability as a solo recording artist. Kuana’s melodies are as refreshing as they are intoxicating. Kaunaloa, meaning “to persevere,” is Kuana at his best, providing a musical journey that will both enrich and excite the world of hula and Hawaiian music.

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The Brothers Caz are known for the beautiful harmonies they create and an enormous sound from two instruments. Most of this album is filled with the songs for the hula and the listener can visualize the elegance of the hula.

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Aptly titled, Donavon Frankenreiter’s “Revisited” is not just a re-recording of his 2004 self-titled album; it’s a complete reinterpretation... with a Hawaiian twist. 

Kauai Resident and professional surfer, Donavon Frankenreiter, lives an incredible life for which he is extremely grateful. His first recording was made with the aid of his long time friend Jack Johnson and spawned the AAA  radio hit “Free”.  Teaming up with longtime band mate Matt Grundy (Bass/BGVs), and local musicians Kirk Smart (Guitars), and David Leach (Percussion), Donavon set out to re-record his debut album (originally released on Brushfire Records) using traditional Hawaiian instruments including the ukulele, lap steel guitar, and a Mauna Loa slack key tuned guitar.  The result is a fresh new take on the original that allows Donavon’s envied lifestyle to ooze sweetly through the speakers, giving a completely new sound to favorites like “It Don’t Matter” and “Free”.

Catch old friends and collaborators Jack Johnson and Donavon both performing at the Mile High Music Festival Aug 2010.    Check Donavon Frankenreiter’s  website for extensive list of tour dates .

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