Since the beginning of the pandemic, over two years ago, the Royal Hawaiian Band has not been able to perform for the public due to the size of the band and COVID-19 regulations. However, on March 4—that’s today!—the band will make its grand reappearance at ʻIolani Palace for its popular lunchtime concert series starting at […]
Who doesn’t love the plucky sounds created by the ʻukulele, one of Hawaiʻi’s favorite and most iconic instruments. A distant member of the lute family, the ʻuke was actually brought over to the Islands by Portuguese immigrants from Madeira, however, Hawaiʻi locals—and monarchs like King Kalālakaua—quickly adopted the four-stringed noisemaker. Now, the ʻuke has gone global,
Do you love “Amber” by 311? Maybe you have a soft spot in your heart for Jason Mraz’s “Summer Breeze.” If that’s the case, then you’ll probably love this playlist, featuring 27 songs handpicked by HAWAIʻI Magazine staffers as well as our readers and followers on Instagram. To us, these songs remind us of lazy summer afternoons, salt-scented
Molokai-born Raiatea Helm was only 18 years old when she wowed the world with her sweet, melodic voice in her debut album, “Far Away Heaven,” in 2002. Since then, she has released five more albums and earned two Grammy nominations and six Na Hoku Hanohano awards (Hawaii’s premier music awards). Growing up on Molokai, she
A great song enhances any adventure. Whether you plan to fill your days on the Garden Isle swimming in waterfalls, catching the waves or simply relaxing at beach, we’ve got the perfect soundtrack. This 14-track playlist features both the vintage sounds of the Hawaiian slack-key guitar and upbeat, contemporary hits. 1. “Nani Kauai” by Amy
