Island Mele: Maryanne Ito’s ‘Live’ is a seductive return
Maryanne Ito croons seductive descriptions of romantic situations good and bad on “Live at The Atherton.” Read more
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Island Mele: Crimson Apple returns with ‘Somebody’
The music is more mainstream pop this time, and much less guitar rock. However, all the songs are originals from inside the group. Read more
Island Mele: Amy Hanaiali‘i’s new album celebrates love, heritage
Amy Hanaiali’i’s versatility is evident in her latest release, “Kalawai‘anui,” while a Hawaiian ambiance predominates. Read more
Island Mele: Hoku Award-winning Kupaoa returns with award-worthy album
As in years past, Kupaoa honors the traditions of Hawaiian music with “Ka Lei Moana.” Read more
Island Mele: Haku Collective compilation showcases songs for keiki
Many musical gems sparkle here. The songs come from a variety of genres — Hawaiian, hapa haole, pop, folk and reggae. Read more
Island Mele: Abysmia makes ‘Ominous’ debut, Karlie G writes for adults and teens
Reviews of the latest island music releases by Star-Advertiser critic John Berger. Read more
Island Mele: Hanano‘eau celebrates reggae, I.A. salutes ‘Zubland,’ Pepper shares life message
Reviews of the latest releases by artists from Hawaii, or with Hawaii ties, by Star-Advertiser music critic John Berger. Read more
Island Mele: Na Palapalai reunites with double-disc album ‘Back to the Patch’
This long-hoped for reunion album by Na Palapalai is welcome indeed, and lives up to fans’ expectations. Read more
Island Mele: IntoxiKA shows its Martin Denny influence; Patrick Landeza’s Hawaiian slack key guitar shines
The musical genre known as Exotica was created by Martin Denny in 1956 at what was then Kaiser’s Hawaiian Village, in response to audience requests for the “jungle noises” initially made by toads croaking in a nearby ornamental pond. Read more
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Island Mele: Kahele’s “Kakuhihewa” is magnificent new music
In 2014 — citing what he saw as a lack of new songs for hula performance — Kuana Torres Kahele made an unprecedented commitment. He would record six albums of newly written songs about the seven inhabited major islands. Read more
Island Mele: Victoria Taimane shares songs of love and faith
Big Island-born recording artist Victoria Taimane presents a noteworthy calling card for a multitalented singer/songwriter. Read more
Island Mele: Conner Snow introduces himself with ‘If I Knew Then What I Know Now’
Reviews of the latest local music releases, courtesy Play. Read more
Island Mele: The Green shows their romantic side
Love and relationships are the primary subject matter for this newly released collection of 15 new songs by The Green. Seven were written entirely by the group, the others by the group plus one or more co-writers; all are original to this release. Read more
Island Mele: Rebel Souljahz builds anticipation for a next album with their new single, ‘Don’t Forget’
The story of Rebel SoulJahz — Michael Ryan Maglinti, Faaigaelo “Tunez” Tagaloa Moananu, Jr., Andrew “Bubba” Hodges Jr., and William “Willz” Tuaefu Tauiliili-Sua — begins when the four friends were teenagers singing in Waipahu. Read more
Island Mele: Na Hoku winner Kamuela Kahoano delivers powerful message in EP album
Delivered with catchy Afro-Caribbean rhythms and a strong bass line, Kahoano’s message on “My Hawaii (Will Always Be Here)” is a powerful one. Read more
Island Mele: Kolohe Kai shows versatility; George Kahumoku Jr. shares faves
Reviews of the latest Hawaii-based album releases by TGIF music critic John Berger. Read more
Island Mele: Kane follows in teachers’ footsteps on ‘Old Soul’
Valley Island born and raised, Mika Kane displays his confidence as a solo instrumentalist and the breadth of his musical horizons on “Old Soul.” Read more
Island Mele: Kapono sings of love, family, friends, travel and Hawaii
With his newest album “Welcome 2MY Paradise,” Henry Kapono’s list of lifetime achievements continues to grow. Read more
Island Mele: Island classics celebrated, Pacific Harp Project returns
Reviews of “Pomai Duets” by Pomai and “Play,” the latest release from Pacific Harp Project. Read more
Island Mele: ‘Kalikoikawai,’ ‘Na Wai ‘Eha’
Brickwood Galuteria returns with an all-star single, and Na Wai ‘Eha makes a memorable debut with an album by the same name. Read more
Island Mele: Camarillo blends genres, ‘Waiting for the Sunrise’ supports veterans
The integration of Afro-Caribbean rhythms, hip-hop and R&B with Hawaiian island themes continues with the release of a sweet and smooth song by Maui-born multi-instrumentalist Kamaka Camarillo. Read more
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