[In celebration of Bob Marley’s birthday, the annual Bob Fest will be held at the Lahaina Civic Center on Saturday Feb. 9. This honors the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley & The Wailers having played here during their 1979 World Tour. Marley’s son, Ky-Mani Marley, will headline the star-studded event (which runs from 1pm-10pm), as he retraces his father’s footsteps. Click … [Read more...] about Comeback Kid: The Son of Bob Interview That (Almost) Wasn’t
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‘Love Over All’ Ky-Mani Marley on music, legacy, and the 40th anniversary of his father’s 1979 tour
In celebration of Bob Marley’s birthday, the annual Bob Fest will be held at the Lahaina Civic Center on Saturday Feb. 9. This honors the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley & The Wailers having played here during their 1979 World Tour. Marley’s son, Ky-Mani Marley, will headline the star-studded event (which runs from 1pm-10pm), as he retraces his father’s footsteps. MauiTime: … [Read more...] about ‘Love Over All’ Ky-Mani Marley on music, legacy, and the 40th anniversary of his father’s 1979 tour
Maui’s Aloha ‘Aina Ambassador: What it’s like to be Pat Simmons, Jr.
Pat Simmons Jr. is not just a Maui boy, father, singer-songwriter, musician, surfer and an organic farmer. He’s also a cancer survivor, and the son of Pat Simmons, an American rock musician and original band member of The Doobie Brothers. Being from a musically inclined family, Simmons grew up listening to all types of music. He learned how to play both the guitar and ukulele … [Read more...] about Maui’s Aloha ‘Aina Ambassador: What it’s like to be Pat Simmons, Jr.
Remembering Hawaii promoter Tom Moffatt
Iconic Hawaii promoter Tom Moffatt died Monday night at the age of 85, Pacific Business News reported today. A former radio DJ, he formed A Tom Moffatt Production in 1972, and began bringing big named stars to Hawaii and Maui concerts, including Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson and Jimi Hendrix. Maui Arts & Cultural Center President and CEO Art Vento said we all owe Moffatt … [Read more...] about Remembering Hawaii promoter Tom Moffatt
Thursday, Feb. 5: Happy Birthday Bob Marley
Celebrate the music of Jamaican Reggae legend Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley during a Birthday Tribute this Thursday at Charley’s. Marty Dread, Nara Boone, The Kryptones, Kanoa and DJ Boomshot will pay homage to the singer-songwriter’s commitment and influence, not only in music but throughout his life, from his days with the Wailers to his solo career. $10 before 10pm/ $15 after … [Read more...] about Thursday, Feb. 5: Happy Birthday Bob Marley