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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.

Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole is Hawaii's best-known and most beloved singer. His breathtaking version of  "Over the Rainbow" is an international hit and is widely thought to be the only interpretation that could possibly stand up to Judy Garland's original. These beautiful interpretations are faithfully captured in these Easy Piano arrangements for all to enjoy.

Kamau is one of the newest and most innovative voices to emerge on the Hawaiian music scene. Their debut release, Live from the Lo`i, combines melodic bass lines and sweet harmony vocals together with powerful lyrics, skilled acoustic guitar work and timely percussion to create a sound unlike any other. It offers an insight into the mind of a young Hawaiian as well as a glimpse of some of the larger issues being experienced by Hawai`i's population. Building on the legacy of the Beamer and Ma`i`i family, Kamau is taking their families' music into the next generation with their own distinct sound and message, in a package that clearly carries their family stamp.

The legacy of Dennis Pavao lives on in this new release Keiki Kupuna. Dennis' distinctive voice is captured on this new release recorded weeks before his untimely death, and reminds listeners why his incomparable falsetto style has been imitated by many and duplicated by none.

"Israel 'IZ' Kamakawiwo`œole has emerged as the voice of the people of his beloved Hawai`œi. As his music and image have spread, fans all over the world want to know more about this iconic figure. Now, everyone, through this book by Rick Carroll, can discover the personal side of IZ. His music was his passion; his family and friends were his treasure. On these pages many of his family, friends, and associates share stories that will make you laugh and cry and that bring to life this giant of Aloha. It was my privilege to produce Israel's music-€œmusic that continues to shape the world's perception of Hawai`œi. That music resonates deeply with people from all walks of life, and Israel's message lives on in the people of Hawai`œi and in Hawaiians at heart everywhere." -Jon de Mello, executive producer, The Mountain Apple Company

Makalei is the supernatural fish-attracting branch of the goddess Haumea that charmed schools of fish. This dynamic duo charms with original, traditional Hawaiian and contemporary mele along with standards from the past.

Here is an impressive collection of diverse musical influences that include jazz, ki ho`alu, hula and latin rhythms.