Kimie Miner. Kapena. The Green. Keauhou. Stef Mariani. These are just a few of the Hawaii artists who won big at the 2018 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The show, which is commonly referred to as Hawaii’s Grammy Awards, doles out awards in a variety of genres and categories, such as album of the year, male vocalist […]
It’s finally here. This Saturday, the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards will take place in the Hawaii Convention Center and the stars of Hawaii’s music scene will be given awards for outstanding work in genres ranging from jazz to reggae, and Hawaiian music to contemporary. Some of these hotly contested awards include album of the year, Hawaiian
May means that Mele Mei, a monthlong celebration of Hawaii’s music culture, is fully underway. And whether you’re on Kauai, the Big Island or Oahu, find the local vibrations put out by Hawaii artists at one of the many Mele Mei events. With so many performances going on every weekend, check out our event guide,
I had just swallowed my sixth cup of steaming-hot, black-as-a-lava-field Kau coffee in less than three hours, and was hopping around like a Mexican jumping bean. Fortunately, I wasn’t alone. Most of the folks at last year’s Kau Coffee Festival were as buzzed as I was. And, like my fellow java-junkie festivalgoers, I kept going
May Day doesn’t have to be the only reason to give or receive a lei*—beautiful necklaces of flowers, leaves, feathers or shells that have become synonymous with the Hawaiian Islands. Rooted in deep Polynesian history, the lei were worn by ancient Hawaiians for adornment but also were used for distinguishing themselves apart and for ceremonial purposes. Tourism
For this year’s 91st annual Lei Day Celebration, Lei Queen Charlene Leimomi Irvine and her court make their first public appearance May 1, at Kapiolani Park. Every year since 1928, a lei queen has been chosen from one of four age groups: na opio (youth, 18–30 years), na makua (adults, 31–45 years), na makua oo
With Hawaii’s sunny, tropical climate, numerous hikes and beaches around every corner, the Islands perfectly match the adventurous and excitable spirits of our favorite canine companions. Whether they’re chasing sand up and down the beach or kayaking to unknown lands with their owners, the pups of Hawaii always seem to have a smile on their
To commemorate, honor and encourage Hawaiian culture, Hawaiian Airlines flight HA18, which left the Honolulu International Airport last week, was staffed with flight attendants who spoke in both English and olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language). With its destination being Las Vegas, this was the first flight to the continental U.S. featuring this culturally immersive program. And
Charging the biggest waves you can find. Knifing the drop on a 30-foot bomb. Hacking and slashing, turning and smacking every wave that comes your way, big or small. That’s what it means to be a female surfer. And through the persistence of these determined female big-wave riders, efforts to change the course of
And that’s a wrap. With the 55th Merrie Monarch Festival coming to a close last night, we’ve seen three full days of excellent hula performances and competition. With 24 of Hawaii’s top halau hula (troupes) competing to win an assortment of titles, and 12 female contestants striving to be named 2018 Miss Aloha Hula, it’s
Hilo becomes fashion central during Merrie Monarch week, as people take to the streets in their favorite Hawaiian attire, so we sent Hawaii Island photographer Dino Morrow to snap photos of some of the best style moments around Edith Kanakaole Stadium. Queen Liliuokalani-proud in this statement T-shirt and elegant lei hulu lauhala papale (feathered hat). Hawaii’s
After months of preparation, kumu hula (hula teachers) lead their halau (troupes) on the pilgrimage to Hilo for the annual Merrie Monarch Festival competition. And while the months of diligent practice is evident from the incredible precision and grace showcased onstage, there is one element of preparation unseen by the public eye: the legendary Merrie
