Na Lei Na’auao—an alliance of 12 Hawaiian culture, community and environment-based charter schools—is supported by something with a bit more might than the roadside car wash. Backing this hui is yet another: the powerful, talented Mana Maoli Collective. With mana meaning “divine or miraculous power” and maoli meaning “native, indigenous and true,” the name suits this group of successful, inspirational musicians, all of whom have come together to form a non-profit band that plays great music for the fiscal benefit of Na Lei Na’auao. Recently returned from a tour of New Zealand, the star-studded group includes some of Hawaii’s biggest names. Names like George Kahumoku, Paula Fuga (pictured), Mike Love, Anuhea, Boom Gaspar of Pearl Jam, Shane Veincent of Sudden Rush, Kapali of Lahaina Grown, Moku and Kalei of 4Fathers, Kawai-Ho and CJ of Hi-Town. Together they play hip-hop, reggae, jazz, blues and everything in between. Join them in supporting Hawaii’s culture, keiki and environment, with a special Saturday show, chock-full of acoustic sets, hula and traditional Hawaiian music. Door benefits Na Lei Na’auao. 572-0220
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