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As many have come to know, Kūpaoa means “filled with sweet and heady fragrance.” Lihau Hannahs and Kellen Paik personified that name when their interwoven voices brought a new, fresh essence into the music field.

Pili O Ke Ao, “the beginning of a new day,” urges us to cling side by side – it’s an unfolding dawn for this young duo and their unique style, and the light that comes with it reveals a fresh repertoire of Hawaiian songs set into a beautiful landscape of sound. The flowers that bloom in this dawning are definitely Kūpaoa. Learn More

The four-time Hoku Award-winning trio Maunalua presents Ho'okanaka, a compilation of recordings that hold significant meanings to the group's members and their fans. Ho`okanaka captured the Group of the Year award at the 2008 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, an honor truly deserved by Bruce, Bobby and Kahi. Engineered by the talented Dave Tucciarone, Ho'okanaka is sure to delight and leave a lasting impression with Hawaiian music fans.

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Uluwehi Guerrero’s brand new CD release, “Uluwehi Sings Na- Mele Hula Aloha- beloved hula songs”, is now available! A Na Hoku Hanohano award winner and long time Kumu Hula of Halau Hula Kauluokala from Maui, Uluwehi’s latest album includes 16 wonderful songs, all sung in Hawaiian, some rarely recorded, and all perfect for Hula! It’s Uluwehi’s first CD in 8 years, and already listeners are raving it is well worth the wait.

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Na Hoku Hanohano award winner for Male Vocalist, Hawaiian Album and Album of the Year, "Melelana" features the favorites "The Road That Never Ends," "Melelana," "Ipo Lei Momi," and "Maunaleo." Learn More

Hawaiian Style Love Songs from Neos Productions is a mix of Island Contemporary, Pop and Reggae love songs performed by popular island artists. With 17 tracks of feel-good island rhythms, this beautifully packaged compilation is a true product of Hawai'i. Featuring Hawai'i Music Award winners Justin, Norm, Reality, Herb Ohta, Jr.; Na Hoku nominees and winners Troy Fernandez, Kela Keala of Ekolu, Kawika Regidor, B.E.T., popular island style entertainers Ka'ala Boys, Florent Atem and more, Hawaiian Style Love Songs is jam packed with smooth grooves and island style aloha. Learn More

Na Palapalai's debut CD, Makani `œOlu'olu, swept the Na Hoku Hanohano Award ceremonies, winning Group of the Year, Hawaiian Album of the Year, Album of the Year, Hawaiian Language Performance and Haku Mele. Their unique harmonies and falsetto mastery set them apart from any other group.

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Does anyone remember Aaron Kaleo Agsalda as a member of "the five-time Na Hoku Hanohano Award-winning band, the Krush" back in the days when the Krush was actually winning Hokus?
Neither do I, but whatever Agsalda may have contributed to a later version of the group, he is unquestionably ready for prime time as a solo act here. Think Kenny Rankin, think Michael Franks; those are the musical footsteps he's following.

The opening song introduces Kaleo as an accomplished singer-songwriter. All the pieces are originals, and any of them would be a natural fit on any "easy listening" radio station. Kaleo's voice is the key element here, but there's a song or two that also shows his talent as a guitarist as well. Todd Adamski (electric guitar/bass), Wendell Ching (drums) and Rocky Holmes (sax/flute) provide instrumental support and forge the musical links to Rankin, Franks and even, at times, Kalapana.

Kaleo's music stands on its own merit as a singer-songwriter's perspectives on life and love. His images certainly mirror the feelings of romantics everywhere. And although much of his musical bag is soft and romantic, several songs describe the painful and frustrating sides of love in convincing style.

The album art adds a touch of mystery. There's a map of Oahu with 10 numbered locations. Do the song numbers tie in to those places? It seems that that's for him to know and for us to find out.
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Winning the 1979 Na Hoku Hanohano award for best Comedy album, Rap's "Poi Dog With Crabs" was Rap Reiplinger's first solo album without the imfamous comedy group Booga Booga. Decades later audiences still find his humor unbearably funny.

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Dance is universal. Regardless of what language or culture you call your own, if you witness hula, you always identify it with Hawai‘i. This small speck of land, in the biggest ocean on Earth, connects Hawai‘i with the world and often that connection is through hula. We are not confined to dance hula with just our feet. What brings hula to life is that the hands as well as the music, tell the story of the people of Hawai‘i. The music resonates from our hearts and souls and comes to life with hula.

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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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There is a certain ancient elegance that Kekuhi's music possesses. Kekuhi is redefining contemporary Hawaiian music, and she was recognized for this effort, winning a Na Hoku Hanohano award as "Female Vocalist of the Year" for her work on this CD. Kekuhi's music, in fact Kekuhi, is a product of her culture and an amazing family tree linked to the history of these islands.

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Winner of the Hoku Award for "Traditional Album of the Year", this CD demonstrates the amazing talent the Caz possess in Hawaiian music.

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Nominated for five Na Hoku Hanohano awards, the title track of the CD, "E O Mai," was a huge success on radio and with halau hula. Learn More

Bumbye, the long-awaited 3rd album from multi-Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning duet, Kūpaoa. Bumbye is the duo's best collection of songs yet! The husband/wife team has been praised by critics for their close harmonies, two beautiful voices and clean acoustic arrangements. The eclectic assortment includes old favorites like Hawaiian Soul, Sweet By and By, and Sonny and Cher's I Got You Babe, as well as 9 original songs. The title track, Bumbye, written by multi-Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning songwriter, Puakea Nogelmeier and featuring legendary songstress, Kuʻuipo Kumukahi, highlights the pair's playful side and their growing musical synergy.

Those who are fans of Kūpaoaʼs music are sure to love this newest assembly of songs and those discovering them for the first time will be quick to fall in love with this talented pair.

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"An Island Christmas with Sistah Robi" is the long awaited newly recorded holiday music by multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner Robi Kahakalau. Touted as one of Hawaii's brightest stars since the early ninties when she first stepped on stage as lead vocalist for the highly acclaimed Hawaiian Style Band, Robi's luscious vocals, playful persona and mastery of several languages instantly captured the hearts of Hawaii's mulit-cultural audiences and made "Sistah Robi" a household name. Learn More

Hawai'i's top talents and Hoku award winners come together on "Island Style." Some of the biggest names in Contemporary Hawaiian Music lend their talents and join newer talents destined for stardom. A vocal debut cut by Desiree Cruz of the famous Cruz family and new solo performances by Pomai (from Pomai & Loeka) and Randy Lorenzo. Eleven vocal tracks and one instrumental round out this remarkable CD.

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Kekuhi Kanahele is a vibrant voice that blends the past and present in Hawaiian music. Featuring original music and chant, this CD awarded her a Na Hoku Hanohano Award as Female Vocalist of the Year.

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On the heels of Mailani’s self-titled debut solo album, which garnered her the prestigious “Female Vocalist of the Year” Award, comes her brand new CD entitled `Aina.  (English translation: Earth, land)   With her feet well planted in the “‘aina,” this brave artist continues to challenge herself with each project. Mailani is originally from the very successful, award-winning group, Keahiwai, and the rocking trio, Mighty J.  Her first CD proved that she had the ability to succeed as a solo artist.  Her sophomore album ‘Aina gives us much more.   ‘Aina includes some of the expected contemporary swagger which her fans and radio will love, but there is also something really surprising here that takes Mailani to a whole new level as an artist.   Her delivery of some traditional Hawaiian pieces will impress and delight anyone who loves Hawaiian music. Here is a modern Hawaiian woman who knows how to entertain and have fun and here too is a Hawaiian woman with the depth and respect for the generations that came before her.    ‘Aina is both gorgeous and entertaining. Another big step forward from an artist that continues to “Wow.”

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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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