Four-time Grammy-winner and multiple Na Hōkū Award winner, George Kahumoku Jr., “Hawai‘i’s Renaissance Man”, is a master slack key guitarist, storyteller, songwriter, artist, farmer, and producer of the long-running, weekly Slack Key Show© on Maui. He is joined by two of his most popular guest artists: 6-time Grammy winner Daniel Ho, multi-instrumentalist and composer, whose versatile talents shine through on ‘ukulele, slack key guitar, piano, and vocals and international star and two-time Grammy winner Tia Carrere. Tia first made her name with her considerable singing and acting chops in Wayne’s World. She went on to featured roles in television and film, including Lilo & Stitch, while returning to her Hawai‘i roots with her Grammy-winning albums with Daniel Ho. These dynamic and delightful musicians share great playing, beautiful songs, and fun stories of their lives in Hawai’i and on stage.
Doors at 5:30pm…show at 7pm. Tickets are $40 in advance…$50 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Before joining forces, the duo behind Sgt. Splendor were already formidable solo artists, Kate Vargas chalking up acclaim at outlets like NPR, HuffPost, SPIN, No Depression Rolling Stone and Vice (including praise from the “Dean of American Rock Critics” Robert Christgau); and Eric McFadden amassing an impressive resume including stints on guitar with George Clinton & the P-Funk All Stars, Anders Osbourne, Fishbone’s Angelo Moore, and Eric Burdon & The Animals, plus a slew of solo albums, and session work and gigs with everyone from Jackson Browne to The Clash’s Joe Strummer.
Sgt Splendor’s 2nd release, “Death of the Hoochie Koo” dropped May 19th on Buena Vista West Records. “Tom Waits’ music has always been a point of connection for me & Kate. While our musical approaches differ, they’re also kindred and share a lot of common elements. Our Southwestern upbringing comes through—that sort of mysteriouso desert thing—but also a carnivalesque Waits-ian vibe. The new record is a bit more cohesive but still eclectic. Kind of an Alt-Funk, Desert Roots, Dirty Blues, Rock thing. Our styles have always been complementary.” Vargas concurs: “Sgt. Splendor really feels like a combination of both of us—equally.”
“…In the ten new songs, not only do the amazing vocals and skillful guitar playing of the two musicians complement each other very well, but alt-funk, desert rock and dirty blues also merge seamlessly. Groovy and brooding, mysterious and memorable – this is hot music with cool cover art.” – Dennis / Add To Want-list 2023
in-depth, heavy songwriting, wrapped in a blanket of heavy Blues and Rock music that holds its own against anything you can throw at it. ” – Tone Scott / GOLDMINE Magazine 2024
Doors at 5:30pm…Show 7pm. Tickets are $30 in advance…$35 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
This dynamic Orchestra is ready to vibrate energetically and generate an unforgettable night for everyone, together with El Ritmo, El Sabor y toda La Candela of our beloved Latin music. Fuego Latin Orchestra Hawaii is bringing the heat to this incredible location. Get ready to dance the night away to the infectious sounds of salsa, cumbia, bachata, merengue and more! Boasting a BIG DANCE FLOOR, open air seating, food, drink, and AMAZING MUSIC by the Big Island’s Hottest Latin group!
10 MUSICIANS IN ACTION! The incredible Michaeloha Elam and Josh Timmons on Trumpet. From Las Vegas Lance Aguirre on Trumpet. Two of the Big Island’s best Bill Wingert and Jenny Brown on Trombone. Our favorite beat man on the Big Island Dustin Toma on Drums. Gabriel Fara Tolno on congas. The young virtuoso Mateo Belmarez on keyboards and back up vocals. Papa Brad Belmarez on back up vocals, percussion and bass. Latino leader from Argentina, cultural ambassador of the town of El Bolson, Patagonia, Yumbel Marassi on Bass and lead vocals.
Doors at 5:30pm…show 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets are $20 in advance…$25 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Join Internationally renowned percussionist Gabriel Fara Tolno and his band FANYE on a musical journey that is sure to soothe the soul and make you move. Eclectic Afro jazz fusion with sweet melodics!
Doors at 5:30pm…show 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets are $15 in advance…$20 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Johnnie Ness and his band rocks the Blue Dragon Tavern. Johnnie is a dynamic entertainer and guitarist from the Hilo side….playing a mix of rock and funk with tunes from Santana, SRV, CCR, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more! With Eric Avery on bass and Jeremy Smith on drums.
Doors at 5:30pm…show 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets are $10 in advance…$13 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Join us for Night 1 of a two night performance by Blackwater Railroad Company from Alaska. BWRR is now celebrating over a decade of making music. With a large catalog of original tunes, BWRR’s raucous live sound is born out of wild, blurry, Alaskan winter nights. Through the years, Blackwater has had the privilege of gaining the love of Alaska and sharing their music all over the 49th State. Playing on the top of mountains, next to towering glaciers, and afloat out in the Gulf of Alaska. Blackwater has had the privilege of playing for Big Island many times as well as touring the Lower 48 and Canada. The band has evolved from Appalachian string band to a full-on Roots Rock sound that has crowds grooving with the beat. The band will feature Big Island music legend, Lauren Brodio, and maybe even a couple of surprise guests to add to the sound. Get tickets while they last and don’t miss beautiful madness of Blackwater Railroad!
Doors at 5:30pm…Show 6:30pm – 9:30pm. Tickets are $15 in advance…$20 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Join us for Night 2 of a two night performance by Blackwater Railroad Company from Alaska. BWRR is now celebrating over a decade of making music. With a large catalog of original tunes, BWRR’s raucous live sound is born out of wild, blurry, Alaskan winter nights. Through the years, Blackwater has had the privilege of gaining the love of Alaska and sharing their music all over the 49th State. Playing on the top of mountains, next to towering glaciers, and afloat out in the Gulf of Alaska. Blackwater has had the privilege of playing for Big Island many times as well as touring the Lower 48 and Canada. The band has evolved from Appalachian string band to a full-on Roots Rock sound that has crowds grooving with the beat. The band will feature Big Island music legend, Lauren Brodio, and maybe even a couple of surprise guests to add to the sound. Get tickets while they last and don’t miss beautiful madness of Blackwater Railroad!
Doors at 5:30pm…Show 6:30pm – 9:30pm. Tickets are $15 in advance…$20 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Join us for a very special night of story-telling and Hawaiian music with Brother Noland and special guest. Doors at 5:30pm…show 6:30pm. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Brother Noland is an impactful player in Hawaiʻi’s music scene and one of Hawaiʻi’s most respected artists. He is a storyteller at heart and music is how he shares his stories. Music is a portal – sounds, melody and lyrics can transport you back in time, connect you to a familiar feeling, or inspire you in the moment. Seeing him live on stage, you will step into an experience and embark on a journey to what he calls the “Crazy Aloha Music”. Always so happy, inspiring and ready to deliver. Brother Noland will keep you engaged, as he sings you sweet music, like poetry to your ears, in hopes that you will listen, not just hear, the underlying harmony he so wishes to share with you and the entire world.
Brother Noland is a legacy Hawaiian artist who has deeply influenced contemporary Hawaiian music. For nearly 40 years Brother Noland has filled the airwaves with original compositions that have become local classics and island treasures. He is most famous for timeless hits such as “Coconut Girl” and “Are You Native”, and is often credited with the birth of “Jawaiian” contemporary style music by infusing traditional Hawaiian music with reggae, jazz and blues sounds. He has won numerous Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards including Best Reggae Album and most recently the Slack Key Kiho’alu Legacy Award in 2018. His music is featured in several movies including “Pineapple Express” and “Snakes in the Plane.” Brother Noland is a regular stage performer that brings his classics to his fans and audiences, along with traditional Hawaiian music, slack key, and Hawaiian swing music. Brother Noland was honored in 2014 by the State of Hawai’i with a “Lifetime Achievement in Music” award and is a recipient of Hawai’i Academy of Recording Arts highest award, the Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2019.
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock & roll (with a little bit of country mixed in for good measure), the versatile Johnny Shot band gets a crowd up and moving in no time. Their play list includes songs by the Stones, Beatles, the Who, Johnny Cash, and many more. If you like to dance, you will like this band. Let’s get this party started!
Doors at 5:30pm…show 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets are $12 in advance….$15 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
CoLoSo, or the Collection of Lone Souljahs, is a NW reggae band with its roots seeded in the state of Hawaii. Born and raised on the island of Maui, frontman Kevin Coloso brought his original island vibe to the Pacific NW and the rest is history. Featuring all original music, Coloso has started to make his way touring the West Coast and Hawaii recently, bringing his ukulele everywhere he goes. When he performs with his full crew, the Collection of Lone Souljahs, the performance is always electrifying!
Doors at 5:30pm…Show 7pm. Tickets are $20 in advance…$25 at the door (children 12 and under are free).
Steely Dead is a musical hybrid of the Grateful Dead and Steely Dan. Sonic worlds collide, between the structure, arrangement and precision studio recordings of rock legends Steely Dan, cross-pollinated with the Grateful Dead’s free-flowing, melodic improvisation and masterful song segues. Steely Dead merges these major concepts together while infusing the influence unto each band. For example, taking the Grateful Dead’s rocking set ender Deal and Steely Dan’s Reelin’ In the Years creating the mashup Dealin’ in the Years. Steely Dead is committed to the nuance of both bands while remaining playful with jam segues between songs, and delivering a unique musical blend. For fans of both or either one of these great bands.
Doors at 5:30pm…Show 6:30pm-9:30pm. Tickets are $40 in advance…$50 at the door.
