Hawaiian Music and Amy Hanaialii
Amy Hanaiali’i has received a Grammy nomination for her new CD Amy Hanaiali’i and Slack Key Masters of Hawai’i
Amy’s talent is the result of a blend of classical training, modern musical influences, and heritage. Her success as a recording artist includes five Grammy nominations and fifteen Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, including the prestigious Female Vocalist of the Year (4 times), Hawaiian Album of the Year (3 times), Song of the Year, Group of the Year, Contemporary Album of the Year, and even Christmas Album of the Year.
This collaboration celebrates the diversity and depth of Hawaiian music today by showcasing each artist, but also bringing the group together for intimate duets and trios, featuring slack key, ukulele, steel guitar, and acoustic bass. The 16 songs on this recording demonstrate what happens when kindred spirits who share a deep respect for each other and Hawaiian culture come together to share their music.
“Working on this project was a complete joy,” said Amy Hanaiali‘i. “The Uncles are the true meaning of Hawaiian Music. There where Chicken Skin moments with every breath that I took.”
“This recording was the most meaningful project I have ever been involved with,” Jeff Peterson said. “It was a great honor to work with many of the artists who have inspired me to play and compose music. The energy of the group in the studio was absolutely amazing. We shared so much together—creativity, camaraderie, spontaneity, passion, joy, laughter, gratitude, and above all, Aloha.”
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Hawaiian Music and Jeff Peterson
Jeff Peterson is at the heart of the Hawaiian music scene today. His latest solo CD Maui On My Mind
Jeff grew up on the slopes of Haleakala where he was introduced to the rich heritage of Hawaiian music by his father, a Hawaiian cowboy (paniolo). His focus on Slack Key guitar, classical, and jazz music has allowed him to develop a unique voice on the guitar while being deeply rooted in the traditions of his Hawaiian heritage.
“I experience a sense of deep reverence and aloha as I perform music for this unique island. The sound conjures images so familiar to me that I am inspired to reach deeper to find new ways to express myself. Even when I am miles away, I feel like I am home again. In ways that only music can express, Maui is on my mind.”
His passion for the guitar has also allowed him the opportunity to collaborate with a wide variety of artists from Hawaii. His latest release features his songwriting, performing, and producing on Amy Hanaiali’i and Slack Key Masters of Hawaii. The groundbreaking recording features a collaboration between Jeff, Amy Hanaiali’i, Cyril Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, Sonny Lim, and Chino Montero.
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Na Hoku Hanohano 2010 Winners
Favorite Entertainer of the Year
Jake Shimabukuro
Album of the Year
Amy Hanaiali’i: Friends and Family of Hawai’i
Song of the Year
Polinahe
Female Vocalist of the Year
Mailani for Mailani
Male Vocalist of the Year
Uncle Willie K for Uncle Willie K Live from Mulligans on the Blue
Group of the Year
Ho’okena for Nani Mau Loa: Everlasting Beauty
Most Promising Artist of the Year
Anuhea Jenkins for Anuhea
Hawaiian Album of the Year
Uluwehi Sings Na Mele Hula Aloha
Rock Album of the Year
Acousti-Me
R&B/Hip Hop Album of the Year
Before My Last Breath
Island Music Album of the Year
E Ku’uipo E Hula Mai Me A’u by Kuuipo Kumukahi
Contemporary Album of the Year
Anuhea
Reggae Album of the Year
Ekolu Music II Anthem
Hawaiian Language Performance
Ho’okena for Nani Mau Loa: Everlasting Beauty
Haku Mele
Hanohano Helumoa, by Manu Boyd from Nani Mau Loa: Everlasting Beauty
Jazz Album of the Year
Girl Talk
Slack Key Album of the Year
Maui On My Mind
Instrumental Album of the Year
Live
Na Hoku O Hawaii Music Festival 2010
The Nā Hōkū O Hawai`i Music Festival will present a stellar line-up of musical performances from long-time legends as well as new artists. On the line-up are Rev. Dennis Kamakahi, Henry Kapono, Jake Shimabukuro, Natalie Ai Kamuu, Amy Hanaiali`I, John Cruz, Kealii Reichel, Kalapana, Kaumakaiwa Kanaka`Ole, Friends Of Adam, Nā Palapalai, Danny Kaleikini, Jeff Dayton, Maunalua, Anuhea, Pali, Ekolu, Ku`Uipo Kumukahi, Makaha Sons, Beach 5, The Gospellers, Hōkū Zuttermeister, Delima `Ohana, Kealoha, Cyril Pahinui, Mailani, Kamuela Kahoano, Henry K. Allen, Na Leo, Kona, Kapala, Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, Yoza, Nathan Aweau, Yuna Ito, Fiji, Cas Haley, Hālau Hawaii & Kumu Hula Karen Aiu, Piranha Brothers, Koa Siu, David Pack, Big Every Time (B.E.T), Eric Lee Tro, Lee Ritenour, Keawe Ohana.
The festival will take place at the Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu and at various venues around Waikiki on May 27, 28, 29, and 30. This first annual festival will include the 33rd annual edition of the premier Hawaii music industry awards ceremony, Na Hoku’s annual Lifetime Achievement Award luncheon, and a handful of new music events. Workshops, demonstrations and exhibitions spotlighting Hawaiian music, arts and crafts will also be a part of the mix, leading up to the gala Na Hoku Hanohano Music Awards ceremony on May 30.
The festival emphasizes the accurate representation of Hawaiian culture, music and arts to promote a better understanding of Hawai`i and its people to the world. If you can’t attend the awards ceremony, the 2010 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards will be broadcast live in High Definition on Hawaii TV station KGMB.
Hawaiian Music and Amy Hanaiali’i
Amy Hanaiali’i is looking for fans who have dreamed of sharing the spotlight with her. The singer’s latest CD release, Family & Friends of Hawaii, features 16 duets with the islands best male vocalists. Taking this theme to the next level, Amy would like to perform a duet with one of her fans at an upcoming concert. This month, she is holding a contest to find her 17th duet partner. For complete information visit the Amy Hanaiali’i website.
Her partners represent the best of the Hawaiian music industry: Keali’i Reichel, Robert Cazimero, Palani Vaughn, Martin Pahinu, Aaron Mahi, George Ku’o, FIJI, Rebel Souljahz, John Cruz, Eric Gilliom, Kaumaka’iwa Kanaka’ole, Sean Na’auao, Nathan Aweau, Rev. Dennis Kamakahi, David Kawika Kahiapo, Henry Kapono, Darren Benitez, and Willie Nelson. Nelson, a part-time Hawaii resident, lends his signature style to a remake of Van Morrison’s “Have I Told You Lately”. Click here to listen or purchase Amy Hanaiali’i: Friends and Family of Hawai’i
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