Susan's Hawaiian Music Page -- mid-June (long)
Susan Jaworowski
Susan's Hawaiian Music Page -- mid-June
Aloha mai! Thanks for all the letters and support I received in June=20
(special mahalo to Nathan and Neal!). For first-timers, this page
lists new Hawaiian music releases and Hawaiian music concerts around
the world. I have some terrific concerts listed this time, including
concerts in Japan and a special benefit concert for the Hawaiian
immersion schools in Hilo this August. I list all concerts when I
first hear of them, and then list them again in the page immediately
preceding their occurrence. If you'd like to look at my past pages to
see what concerts may be in your future, check out past pages archived
at:
http://www.hotspots.hawaii.com/susanmusic.html
If you attend one of these concerts and have an opportunity to speak
with the musicians afterward, I would appreciate it if you could let
them know that you heard of the concert through this page. The more
feedback they get about how helpful a resource the internet is, the
more willing they are to share this information with me, so I can
share it with you. Mahalo!
Note to those folks trying to reach Christopher Johnson about Hawaiian music
opportunities in New England: you can try reach him at <mi...@valley.net>
Recordings:
Chucky Boy Chock, Na Molokama (Na Molokama Productions NMP CD-212). A
An album of original songs, most in Hawaiian, in a catchy, upbeat,
contemporary style. Songs include Na Nai'a Hulahula, Hamau, and
Nainoa - The Navigator.
Hokua, Time and Time Again (Moon Surfer Productions MS 9002).
Reggae-tinged music, mostly in English. Songs include Jah Live,
Island Falling Rain, Kahalu'u Ku'u Home, and Kalapana.
Ka'awa, Aloha Ke Kahi Ike Kahi (HiTown Reocrds HHD 8817-2). This is
an updated traditional album with songs like Pua Lilia and Ku'u Lei
'Awapuhi, and also songs like Love Will Keep Us Alive.
Makana the Band, Makana Aloha (Oysster Records ORC 0416). Mostly
English songs from the titles, but at least one song with a very
effective use of chant. English songs include Peaceful Easy Feeling
and She's a Lady.
Roadhouse, Barefoot Warrior (WorldBlend Music CD 9508). The liner
noted describe this as a country/Hawaiian project. Songs include
Waikoloa, Kona Moon, and the Corvette Song. =20
The Apana Sisters, The Apana Sisters and Mom (AP001CD). This is a
recording full of old-fashioned fun. The Apana sisters played at the
Coco Palms on Kaua'i from 1965 to 1983. The recording contains old
standards such as Maori Brown Eyes, Hukilau, and Evening in the
Islands, in lush, traditional arrangements. =20
Kimo Keli'iholokai, Daddy... I Remember (Kana Entertainment KE 33334).
Couldn't resist adding this one in, even though it's only a CD single.
It's notable primarily, in my opinion, for the beautiful vocals
supplied by Keli'i Kaneali'i (who also co-wrote the song) on the title
track. It's not really a Hawaiian song, but I thought I'd include it
for all you Keli'i Kaneali'i fans as it's always such a pleasure to
hear him sing. The second song is a jazzed-up version of Pua Lilia
which, again in my opinion, would have benefited from a simpler
arrangement and lead vocals by Keli'i. However, John Berger, the
Star-Bulletin's music critic, liked it, so take a listen and tell me
whom you think is right. <g>
Concerts:
(concerts not otherwise indicated are in Honolulu)
June 20: Kaipo Hale, Karen Keawehawai'i, Puamana, Cathy Foy, and the
Honolulu Symphony at the Hawaii Theatre. 7:30. Info: 528-0506
June 21 (San Diego): Keola Beamer, George Kuo, George Kahumoku, Jr.
at Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay, at 7:30. Call (619) 523-1010 or
email Humco...@aol.com
June 22: Darlene Ahuna performs on Saturday, June 22 at the Pacific
Cultural Center, Santa Cruz. Doors open 6 pm; show starts at 7 pm.
Tickets are $18 and are limited due to the small size of the
auditorium. Darlene sings traditional Hawaiian music and has just
released her first album "Ulana Ke Aloha," for which she was a Na Hoku
Hanohano nominee this year. She sings in beautiful, traditional
style. Call Island Connection Productions for more info at (408)
761-1946.
June 22 & 23 (San Mateo): The Bay Area Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar
Festival! Two days of slack key heaven.
Saturday: Ray Kane, Gary Haleama'u, George Kahumoku with Keoki and
Diane Aki, Mike Ka'awa, Patrick Lendiza, Mo'opuna, and Side Saddle
Company.
Sunday: John Keawe, Bla Pahinui, Geore Kuo, Dennis Kamakahi, Island
Riddim, Native Hawaiian Band, and Kapalakiki Band.
The Dunfey Hotel - San Mateo, California
(Where Highway 92 Crosses Highway 101)
Saturday: Noon til 7 PM. Sunday: Noon til 6 PM.
Single Day $20 $25
Both Days $35 $45
Children Under 10 - Free. All Major Credit Cards Accepted
National Entertainment Network =80 PO BOX 31557, San Francisco, CA 94131
For more information call (415) 585-8234.
June 22 (Wailuku): St. Anthony's Ho'olaule'a and Fundraiser, Wailuku
High School, 4 - 10 p.m.
Featuring Dennis Pavao, Uluwehi Guerrero, Lauoho, Ho'omau, Sly Dog,
and Hawaiian Time. Tickets available at the school, Senor Taco,
Dani's Catering, or Dolphin Travel.
June 22 (Santa Cruz): The Island Riddim Band performs in Santa Cruz
for the annual Surf City Classic. Time: 1-4PM Where: Santa Cruz
Boardwalk stage. Free.=20
June 23 (Sausalito, CA): George Kahumoku Jr. and friends at the No
Name Bar at 8:30. Info: Mike Aragon at 415 472 -0446.
June 29 & 30: The fifth annual ALOHA CONCERT JAM FESTIVAL will be held
on Saturday June 29 from 2-10 pm and Sunday June 30 from 1:30 - 9:30
pm at Rainbow Lagoon Park, Long Beach, California.
Performers:
KALAPANA=20
KEOLA BEAMER
ROBI KAHAKALAU w/special guests ohn Cruz and Jon Prolas
KANILAU=20
JOANIE KOMATSU w/special guest flutist Ruth Komatsu
KA'AU CRATER BOYS
OHTA-SAN w/Lyle Ritz and Nando Suan
DENNIS PAVAO
CYRIL PAHINUI w/special guests Mike Kaawa and Kata Maduli
KILAUEA featuring Dan Ho
NA PUA ME KEALOHA A ME HULA HALAU 'O LILINOE
HULA HALAU 'O KAMUELA ELUA
Master of Ceremonies JAZ KANER
Produced by MALOSI TAELEIFI
Artists are subject to change without notice.
2 days reserved seats $52 each =20
1 day reserved seats $30 each =20
2 days festival seating (bring your own beach chair, etc.)
* adult $35 each
* young person (age 11-16) $10 each=20
1 day festival seating (bring your own beach chair, etc.
* adult $20 each
* young person (age 11-16) $6 each=20
All $200 box VIP seats are SOLD OUT.=20
Children 10 and under FREE ADMISSION.
Call Aloha Concert Jam Hotline for info (909) 606-9494.
June 29: Na Mele Ho'olaule'a, a benefit concert for the Honolulu
Symphony. Featuring Keali'i Reichel, the Makaha Sons, Dennis
Kamakahi, George Kuo, Chinky Mahoe and Kawaili'ula, Cathy Foy, Kanoe
Miller, and Sean Kennard, and the Honolulu Symphony directed by Aaron
Mahi. The concert will be at the Waikiki Shell, and tickets are $10 -
$15 - $22 - $40, and are available at the Blaisdell box office and all
Connection outlets.
July:
July 5 - 6 (Tokyo): Hapa at Shibuya-bunkamura at 7 p.m. Contact:
03-3233-1933.
July 6: Blue Hawaiian Moonlight at the Waikiki Shell. Featuring
Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, B.B. Shawn, Frank DeLima, Chinky Mahoe and hula
halau Kawaili'ula, Peter Moon, Hawai'i Matsuri Taiko, and Jennifer
Barbour. Tickets are $12 in advance, $16 at the gate, children under 6
are free. Tickets will be available June 21 at Jelly's Tempo Music,
UH, Blaisdell, and all Connection outlets.
July 7 (Tokyo): Cyril Pahinui at Shibuya-bunkamura at 5 p.m.
Contact: 03-3233-1933.
July 8 (Osaka): Cyril Pahinui at Galaxy Hall. Contact 06-345-2500.
July 9 (Osaka): Hapa at Galaxy Hall. Contact 06-345-2500.
July 12 (Big Island): Rick Ermshaw and Matt Swalinkovich, the Ki
Ho'alu Kid at the King Kamehameha Hotel luau grounds from 7-9 p.m.
Ticket includes a buffet dinner of local foods and fresh local fish,
and a silent auction of locally donated items, services, and tourist
activities. Tickets are $40, tax deductible, and benefit the
West Hawaii Youth Hockey League. Keikis are welcome to attend at a
reduced price of $10. There will be activities and a hot dog cookout
in the ballroom for them.
July 19: Israel Kamakawiwo'ole at Buffalo Bud's in the Aloha Tower
Market.
July 27: KCCN Birthday Bash at the Waikiki Shell. Keali'i Reichel,
Ka'au Crater Boys, Robi Kahakalau, Kapena, and others. Tickets on
sale July 1 at Blaisdell and all Connection outlets. This concert
sold out five days before the event last year ... don't delay getting
yours! The promoter tells me that ticket prices will be the same as
last year. Will post more details as I get them.
August:
August 24 (Hilo): Pulama 'Olelo Hawai'i - A day of Hawaiian Music in
the Year of the Hawaiian Language, a benefit for the East Hawai'i
Hawaiian language immersion schools - The Punana Leo o Hilo,
Kula Kaiapuni o Keaukaha, and Nawahiokalani'opu'u Intermediate and
High School. The concert will be held at Edith Kanaka'ole Stadium in
Hilo, and run from 11:00 AM until 7:00 PM.
The entertainers who will definitely be appearing are:
Ho'okena
Dennis Pavao
Genoa Keawe
Kawai'i Cockett
Sudden Rush
Halau Hula o Kahikilaulani
There are two other Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning acts that have been
contacted and may appear. Their addition to the concert lineup will be
announced when they have confirmed.
For further information please contact Keola Donaghy, ke...@maui.com,
or you can check for updated info at:
http://www.interpac.net/~keola/pulama.html
Gigs:
The latest word is that Harold Kama, previously heard playing with
Willie K, has a great sound and can be found at Nick's Fishmarket
Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays after 8 p.m. Try check
alt.music.hawaiian for some folks who=20
have raved about Harold's singing.
See you in early July!
A hui hou --
--Susan
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