The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: From Young-Kid Time, Bruno Mars Was Captivating Audiences and Hearts
Bruno Mars has been drippin’ in finesse since he could pop a hip and curl a lip like Elvis.
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Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: June 23–29, 2021
Support the arts this weekend by visiting local galleries and listening to talented young singers. Plus, fuel up with delicious food from locally owned food trucks to celebrate National Food Truck Day.
Live Music Returns to HiSAM on July 1 with a New Monthly Jazz Night
Chill with The Vibe at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum during extended evening hours.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: June 2–8, 2021
Celebrate a historic palace, listen to live music in person, tailgate on the North Shore and more now that summer is unofficially upon us.
What to Listen to in March: 4 Album and Song Picks from Local DJs
Refresh your emotional soundtrack with an upbeat breakup album, the timeless tunes of Quincy Jones and haunting melodies from a 16-year-old songstress.
Chamber Music Hawai‘i’s Barett Hoover Shares His 5 Picks for Winter
We spoke with Barett Hoover, general manager of Chamber Music Hawai‘i, about what he is reading, watching and doing this month.
Tavana’s Newest Release, “Sway,” Showcases Collaboration in a Time When We Crave It Most
The artist talks about why you may hear running in the background of his songs, how a weekend festival inspired his first slack-key song and why he wants to play in your backyard.
Three Uplifting New Hawaiʻi Albums We’re Downloading Now
While we were staying home, local musicians tapped into their own creativity. We are grateful.
What to Listen to This November: 5 Album and Song Picks from Local DJs
Your playlist is so played out. So we asked a few local music experts to help you hit refresh.
Watch Hawai‘i’s Joseph Soul Audition for Season 19 of “The Voice”
The Makakilo singer, originally from Hāna, made it onto Team Kelly on Monday’s season premiere.
What to Listen to This Month: 5 Album and Song Picks from Local DJs
Your playlist is so played out. So we asked a few local music experts to help you hit refresh.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 7–13, 2020
Tune in to the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, sign up for a virtual race, get tickets for a leadership conference and more things to do this weekend.
Participate in Virtual Art Workshops or Watch Musical Performances with HiSAM From Home
The Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s socially distant programming continues with weekly lessons and twice-monthly pau hana concerts.
A Google Doodle Celebrates the Life of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole
The late Hawaiian musician, best known for his rendition of “Over the Rainbow,” was featured on Wednesday’s Google homepage in an animated video.
Everything We Wanted to Know About North Shore’s Thunderstorm Artis
Thunderstorm Artis is currently one of Top 17 contestants on “The Voice,” and performed “live” from home last night on NBC. Here, he opens up about his Hawai‘i faves, what it’s like working with the coaches and how he got his unforgettable name.
How to Watch Jack Johnson’s “Kōkua Festival 2020: Live From Home” in Hawai‘i
The Kōkua Hawai‘i Foundation’s annual music festival has adapted to the new normal and brings us a streaming music festival straight to our homes on Saturday, April 25.
Things to Do at Home: Take a Class or Learn a New Skill
Learn to speak Hawaiian, sign up for a class, pick up a new musical hobby and celebrate Earth Day all from the comfort of your own couch.
How to Watch the “One World: Together at Home” Online Benefit Concert From Hawai‘i
A very special global event is happening right now. Everyone from Lady Gaga to Jack Johnson to Jimmy Fallon to Awkwafina will live stream themselves from their living rooms for “One World: Together at Home.”
How Hawai‘i Musicians Are Trying to Help During the COVID-19 Crisis
Concerts have been canceled, but local entertainers are still making music and finding new ways to reach their audiences.
Watch: Hale‘iwa’s Thunderstorm Artis Wins His Battle Round This Week on “The Voice”
Stay tuned to see the favorite of Season 18’s Team Legend in the knockout round, which begins April 13.
Things to Do at Home: The Best Books to Read, Concerts to Stream and Things to Do to Stay Entertained Inside This Weekend
Join a film club, tackle our must-read list, play trivia or watch your favorite artists perform from their living rooms.
Jack Johnson Teams Up With the World Health Organization for a Special Concert From His Hawai‘i Home
Watch the North Shore musician perform live from his living room on Saturday, March 28 for Global Citizen’s Together At Home series.
Our Favorite Hawai‘i Entertainers Who Keep Us Smiling, Laughing and Informed
We spotlight a group of creatives, a radio duo and a comedian who give us something fun to watch while we’re stuck inside.
Proposed 2021 Shutdown of the Blaisdell Center Delayed
Why the mayor says the big project to renovate the concert hall and arena have been put on hold.
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Carissa Moore has become a beacon for a state, a people and a legion of young empowered women, without losing herself in the game.
We take a look at the best of the worst news as we close the book on 2021.
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We take a look inside your high school yearbooks to find what’s changed about the local high school experience over the years, and what’s stayed exactly the same.
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