What Happened at the Grammys?
The Grammys finally gave their first award for a Hawaiian Music Album. So why are so many Island musicians unhappy?
Author: Heidi Chang
Art of the Uke
Lyle Ritz, How About Uke? Verve Records In 1958, When Lyle Ritz released his ground-breaking album, How About Uke?, it didn’t generate much interest on the Mainland. One Los Angeles disc jockey, Bob Crane (who went on to star in…
Media: Hello to Hallyu
Hawai‘i is crazy for Korean dramas, and even played a role in introducing them to Mainland audiences.
In Tune with the Aloha
The legendary Beamer 'ohana offers a chance to immerse yourself in Hawaiian music and culture on Moloka'i.
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From plantation towns to planned communities, Central O‘ahu has its share of secret spots, a bumper crop of bowling alleys and neighborhood eats.
We celebrated National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), with a round up of our top picks for the best hikes on the Island.
Not willing to change her identity to be part of the industry, Mahina Florence is at the height of her career because of her flawless Hawaiian complexion, strong athletic build, and friendly aloha spirit.
These restaurants and cafés hold themselves to a higher eco-standard that make deciding where to eat for ocean-minded people an easy decision.