Born in Hawi on the Big Island, John Keawe says music has been a part of his life from the very beginning. Given the 11 or so albums he's produced and all the awards he's won through the years (including a Grammy and multiple Na Hoku Hano Hanos), this isn't surprising. "After a four year tour in the Navy, John returned to his home and was drawn to the sound of Hawaiian … [Read more...] about Grammy Winner John Keawe Playing Hula Grill in Kaanapali
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This Tuesday, June 17: John Keawe at Kihei Library
Enjoy the beautiful music of slack key master John Keawe this Tuesday. The Big Island native will sample selections from Raymond Kane and Leonard Quan, among other slack key greats. A contributor to Grammy-winning compilations, Keawe has toured the country extensively. Gather your keiki for a time of song and classic slack key. Free. 6pm. Kihei Public Library (35 Waimahaihai … [Read more...] about This Tuesday, June 17: John Keawe at Kihei Library
Sharing Aloha Through Music: Inside This Weekend’s Free Second Annual Lanai Slack Key Festival
By Jen Russo The gorgeous grassy field at the Manele Bay Resort on Lanai is warm, but festive. It overlooks one of the best snorkeling bays on the island, a stretch of glistening white sand beach, turquoise water crashing against rocky cliffs and a Jack Nicklaus golf course. This Friday night, local Lanai folk, beach park campers and Four Seasons guests will holo holo here … [Read more...] about Sharing Aloha Through Music: Inside This Weekend’s Free Second Annual Lanai Slack Key Festival