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When it comes to music from Hawai’i, the Beamer Brothers Keola and Kapono will be forever known for their hit songs and their Hawaiian slack key guitar style. But the Beamer family is known for their fingerprint in Hawaiian culture. Their mother is Winona Beamer, Read More …
When it comes to Hawaiian music, one of the well-known names is George Helm, considered as one of the greatest Hawaiian falsetto vocalists. Listening to a song, there are a few songs where a listener will question if they are listening to a man or Read More …
The ’80s, it was no doubt a different time when it came to music. And when it came to pop music, I don’t think any group has had much of an impact on me when I was younger than at-the-time, Minneapolis based pop group, The Read More …
When it comes to artists from Hawai’i known for her talents as a singer, songwriter and as a producer, Kimié Miner is one of the well-known names in the music scene. An album which I listen to a lot is her 2017 album titled “Proud Read More …
When it comes to a name which help popularize the ukulele to the world due to his diverse ukulele playing and the ability take on a variety of musical genres, Herb Ohta is a music legend. Known in Japan as “Ohta San”, Ohta learned the Read More …
There are a few musicians that shown amazing potential at a young age with a ukulele. Hawaii’s Jake Shimabukuro and Taimane (who was discovered at a young age by Don Ho), Taiwan’s Feng E (who has quickly received worldwide attention) and Japan’s Kondo Toshiki (Family Read More …
Not to be confused with the Beach Boys vocalist, the Hawaiian reggae artist Mike Love released his latest album in August 2020 titled “Mike Love & The Full Circle (Live at Home in Hawaii)”. An 18-track album featuring 2.5 hours worth of music, for those Read More …
When it comes to music from Hawai’i, Kapena is a well-known group since the late ’80s. The original Kapena featured Kelly DeLima and brothers Tiva and Timo Tatofi and the group has released a lot of wonderful music, won many awards and after 30 yeas Read More …
Ana Vee is one of those talented artists that you love to read about, especially how this local girl is making her dreams come true and then to come out with a song, in this case, “Hawai’i” and to be nominated for music awards, people Read More …
It was back in 1990 when Ernie Cruz, Jr. (vocals, guitar and bass) and Troy Fernandez (ukulele, vocals) formed a music group and became known as Ka’au Crater Boys. The two both lived in Palolo Housing and grew up each other playing music, formed a Read More …
When it comes to legendary Hawaiian musicians that are still alive and performing today, Henry Kapono Ka’aihue (Henry Kapono) is one of the most well-known names. One half of the popular Hawaiian pop music duo Cecilio & Kapono (aka “C and K”, alongside Cecilio David Read More …
When I was in college, I was looking to purchase a few Hawaiian music CDs from our local Tower Records and saw this album which was released back in 1993. What caught my interest was the name of the group and the album titled “Hapa”. Read More …
One of my favorite reggae groups is The Green from Oahu, Hawai’i. The group consists of vocalist Caleb Keolanui, Ikaika Antone (keyboard/vocals), JP Kennedy (guitar/vocals), Zion Thompson (guitar/vocals), Brad “BW” Watanabe (bass) and Jordan Espinoza (drums). For the single “My Hawai’i”, it features a collaboration Read More …
Eddie Kamae is a beloved Hawaiian composer and musician, a music pioneer, a ukulele legend and because of the scarcity of finding Eddie Kamae songs that are ukulele driven, I recommend “Heart of Ukulele”. ARTIST: Eddie Kamae ALBUM: Heart of the Ukulele LABEL: Mahalo Records Read More …
A fantastic album, especially for those who love Japanese pop (J-Pop) music and are also interested in ukulele or ukulele music. ARTIST: Herb Ohta, Jr. ALBUM: Cocolo: ‘Ukulele J-Ballads LABEL: Victor Entertainment Inc., Japan CATALOG #: (VICP-64726) DURATION: 53 Minutes RELEASE DATE: 2009 DISC: 1. Read More …
If you want to listen to awesome music from the group that left their mark on Hawaiian music, definitely give “Best of Pure Heart” a try! Recommended! Back in 1999, three young guys in their early 20’s bursted into the Hawaiian music scene as the Read More …
Taimane Gardner is probably the most well-known female ukulele artist worldwide. Born in Honolulu, Taimane (which means “diamond” in Samoan) is of Samoan, German, Irish, French and Swedish descent. At the age of 13, she was discovered by Don Ho and studied under Jake Shimabukuro. Read More …
For those who have never purchased “Legend” and are curious about “Legend 30th Anniversary Edition”, just know that “Legend” is an essential album for any music collector and reggae music fan. Highly recommended! ARTIST: Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole TITLE: Iz in Concert: The Man and Read More …
For those who have never purchased “Legend” and are curious about “Legend 30th Anniversary Edition”, just know that “Legend” is an essential album for any music collector and reggae music fan. Highly recommended! ARTIST: Bob Marley and the Wailers TITLE: Legend – 30th Anniversary Edition LABEL: Read More …
I feel that the musical style is fitting for a Kimura Takuya of today…soulful and if anything, a man who is going with the flow. Recommended! ARTIST: 名渡山遼 (Natoyama Ryo) ALBUM: Best Ukulele Covers J-Songs for the World LABEL: INSENSE MUSIC WORKS DURATION: 1:12:03 RELEASE Read More …
I have been looking at replacing my sustain pedal for my Roland keyboard and I discovered the ENJOYPRO sustain pedal which costs under $15. The pedal has a six foot cable and a 1/4 jack and the pedal is chrome plated and the product is Read More …
When it comes to vinyl products, Big Fudge offers awesome products especially when it comes to cleaning. And their Big Fudge Stylus Cleaner Brush uses no liquid, just hold the product towards your stylus (old days, we called it a “needle” and and clean it. Read More …
All in all, an awesome trf album featuring great music. Absolutely awesome! ARTIST: trf ALBUM: WORLD GROOVE LABEL: avex trax CATALOG #: AVCD-11183 Duration: 1:03:28 RELEASE DATE: Feb. 9, 1994 1. WORLD GROOVE 1st. chapter 2. Feel the CENTURY 3. 寒い夜だから･･･ (SEQ OVER DUB MIX) Read More …