Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 18, Number 4, 1 April 2001 — RECENT RELEASES BY HAWAIIAN ARTISTS [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

RECENT RELEASES BY HAWAIIAN ARTISTS

Kahiau: "Love For Music" — "Kahiau. meaning "to give generously. expecting nothing in return," offers their debut of reggae-influenced originals. Members are Cheyenne Kaniho (composerthroughout), "Braddah" Kamanu. Mana Kahala and Eric Ho. Produced by Sean Na'auao for Poi Pounder Records. ■

Nō 'Ōiwi: "Crossroads" — This CD project speaks to justice and nationhood for Hawaiians, " Pretty Brown Eyes," although in English, has the Kamakahi style, but on this recording, the celebrated composer extends beyond the boundaries of traditionaly Hawaiian. " He Inoa no Ka'iulanE is done with unantlcipated Jamaican flare with Mike Ka'awa singing lead and steel drum-like synthesiser. ■

Kūpono Kōne: " Weekend in Makena" — Lane Ikawa and Lane Ikawa make up the Maui teenage duo who have emerged on the island music scene getting pleny of air play. Herb Ohta Jr. provides liner notes, impressed with their instrumental ability. Produced by Miehael Guerrero for Kelella Records. ■

Ku'uipo Kumukahi: "E Ku'u Lei, E Ku'u Ipo" — Perfect for hula, Ku'uipo's third solo project features such standards as "Mi Nei," "Nani Kaua'i" and "Pō La'ila'i." Dubbed "Hawai'i's Sweetheart of Hawaiian Music," Kumukahi's stylings are reminiscent of a bygone era - carefree and nahenahe. Produced by Ululani Records of Hawai'i. ■