Susan's Hawaiian Music Page -- mid-June

Aloha mai! Thanks for all the letters and support I received in June (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 immedicately 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.nahenahe.nete/susanmusic/

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!

Folks trying to contact Christopher Johnson about Hawaiian music opportunities in New England can try to reach him at micah@valley.net

Recordings:

Chucky Boy Chock, Na Molokama (Na Molokama Productions NMP CD-212). 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.

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.

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.

Concerts and Gigs

All old concert ang gig information has been removed to avoid confusion.

See you in early July!

A hui hou --
--Susan susanj@lava.net

Like Hawaiian music? Find out the latest concerts and releases on Susan's Hawaiian Music Page, at:

http://www.nahenahe.net/susanmusic/


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