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.
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Lukas Nelson & Promise of The Real at Charley’s Restaurant and Saloon in Paia
Lukas Nelson & Promise of The Real will play two shows at Charley’s Restaurant and Saloon in Paia on Friday, Mar. 31 and Saturday, Apr. 1. Lukas and the crew will play tunes from their 2016 album Something Real and will be joined by more musical guests. Friday night will feature Lily Meola and Pat Simmons Jr., and Saturday night will feature Tom Conway. $30 per night, or … [Read more...] about Lukas Nelson & Promise of The Real at Charley’s Restaurant and Saloon in Paia
Starry Night Cinema Surf and Ski edition at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center
This Saturday, Jan. 16, catch a double-feature during the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Starry Night Cinema Surf and Ski edition. Arrive early and enjoy live music by Lily Meola and Tom Conway. The first movie, Warren Miller Entertainment’s Chasing Shadows will give you a glimpse into the world of the U.S. freestyle team. Next, follow dynamic surfer John Florence travel the … [Read more...] about Starry Night Cinema Surf and Ski edition at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Here’s why it’s a big deal that Frank Vignola is coming to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center
If you’re like me, the name Frank Vignola probably doesn’t mean much. I only know of him because he’s playing at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center next week. If you look up his name online (at Frankvignola.com), you’ll find that he’s a 51-year-old musician who bills himself as a “guitarist extraordinaire” and “one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the … [Read more...] about Here’s why it’s a big deal that Frank Vignola is coming to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center
MauiTime talks story with Tom Conway
by Mika Rawson Tom Conway first started playing the guitar when he was a kid. It was a phase his parents hoped would pass, but it didn't. Now he's an experienced musician–so experienced, in fact, that he's worked with Willie Nelson (he even went on tour with him). He frequently gigs around Maui, but took a little to answer some questions for us. MAUITIME: Why did you make … [Read more...] about MauiTime talks story with Tom Conway