Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 20, Number 8, 1 August 2003 — RECENT RELEASES BY ISLAND ARTISTS [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

RECENT RELEASES BY ISLAND ARTISTS

Kanilau: "Ke Aloha Pau'ole" — Their fifth album in 10 years showcases their love of Hawaiian music. Originals ineluele "Ku'u Home I Halawa," " Eia Ka Makana," and "Eō Ka'ahupahau." Produced by Nani Lōwa'i Records.

Maunalua: "Kuleana" — In their second album, Bruce Spencer, Bobby Moderow Jr. and Kahi Kaonohi perform such classic Hawaiians compositions as "Sanoe,""Nani Kaua'i/Aioha Ka Manini' and "Hawaiian Soul."

'Opihi Pickers: "All For You" — Hōkū Graza, Imua Graza, Kahale Morales, Kevin Okimoto and Shawn lshimoto present their third album, whieh has promise to be as succesfful as their last album, " Beginnings." Produced by GO Aloha Entertainment.

Welelon Kekauoha and Tapa Groove: "Kanaka Maoli" — The members of Mana'o Company regroup to join Weldon Kekauoha as Tapa Groove. Original compositions include the title track, a powerful commentary on the plight of Native Hawaiians. Produced by 'Ōhelo Records.