Patrick Makuakāne (Director, Kumu Hula) is a creative force in the hula world, and is well known for his innovative choreography. His work is grounded in the traditions and fundamentals of hula, and he labors to keep traditional dances intact as they have been for generations. He has also developed a unique style of hula (called hula mua) that uses modern music to provide a whole new dimension to the poetry of hula.Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i, Mr. Makuakāne began dancing at the age of 13 and went on to study with some of Hawai’i’s most recognized hula masters, including John Keola Lake and Robert Cazimero.
Hāwane Rios
Protectors, Cultural Practitioner, Artist, Musician & Singer/Songwriter
Hāwane Rios is a kanaka‚ oiwi (native Hawaiian) singer and songwriter from Waimea, Hawaii. She was raised from an early age in the traditional art forms of chant and dance which inspired her passion for music and songwriting.
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Jonah Kahanuola Solatorio
Artist, Musician, Singer/Songwriter
Jonah Kahanuola Solatorio, a native of Kewalo Uka, Kona, Oʻahu, stems from an ʻohana of many talented musicians. His Hawaiian musical journey began while attending the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama as a member of the Concert Glee Club. This passion for Hawaiian music continued through his college career and continues to be a very important inspiration in his life.
Kahanuola received his Bachelor of Arts degree in both Hawaiian Language and Hawaiian Studies and a Masterʻs degree in Elementary Education from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Kahanuola is currently a kumu ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi at the Kamehameha High School Kapālama campus and is also a member of the Hawaiian musical group, Keauhou.
Kahanuola received his Bachelor of Arts degree in both Hawaiian Language and Hawaiian Studies and a Masterʻs degree in Elementary Education from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Kahanuola is currently a kumu ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi at the Kamehameha High School Kapālama campus and is also a member of the Hawaiian musical group, Keauhou.
Lopaka Rootz
Artist, Musician, Singer/Songwriter
A Singer Songwriter Musician From Kailua Kona Hawaii, Moku O KeaweKnown For His Songs Aftershock, The Ocean, And Takin It Easy. He Has Gotten Frequent Radio Play On KWXX ,Kapa And Q103 In Maui and Kong Radio in Kauai. He Has Opened For Such Headlining acts as Leilani Wolfgramm, Soul Medic, Black Uhuru, And Mike Love Just recently at the Kahilu Theatre. His music is a Nice Fusion Of Folk, Rock, Reggae with a Side order of Hip Hop.
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Drew Daniels
Artist, Musician, Singer/Songwriter
Drew spent nine years as the lead singer for Tsunami Rising, touring the US continent several times, releasing three albums, and even touring Ireland. Through the music, Drew was able to channel angsty and aggressive emotions regarding big-picture socio-political issues into songs and shows. As a teen, Drew was first attracted to the ska scene in hole-in-the-wall clubs and church basements in Philadelphia due to its messages of unity and anti-racism.
Mark Seito
Artist, Musician, Singer/Songwriter
Mark is a true ambassador of the islands, sharing the sprit of Aloha through his music. With a melodic blend of vocalistic range and pure tone, this singer-songwriter has captured the attention of music lovers of all ages. Mark performs and transforms a mix of genres, ranging from Acoustic Soul, Hawaiian and Contemporary Hawaiian, Country, Soft Rock, Reggae, and Easy Listening.