Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 25, Number 6, 1 June 2008 — Destiny The Brothers Cazimero [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Destiny The Brothers Cazimero

Destiny, it's written by these stars. For 30 years, Roland and Robert, the Brothers Cazimero have played a vital part in the evolution of Hawaiian music, perpetuating the language and culture of the islands. Their lat-

est CD, Destiny, sets the mood with No Ke Ano Ahiahi, a traditional mele of a beautiful evening voyage dedicated to King Lunalilo, and Ka 'Imi Loa, a song for Mau, the great pacific navigator, with words by Snowbird Bento. It also includes a range from traditional Hawaiian to enchanting new mele like " 'lkūa" written by Manu Boyd and featuring speeial guest, Kanoe Cazimero. The Cazimero duo says that this is the best album they've recorded in a long time, and I have to agree. These worldrenowned artists have a unique way of making the classics their own. Their "It's Raining It's Pouring" medley with "Kawailehua'a'alakahonua" by Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett is delightful. It brings us back to our childhood in the playground, singing "Rain, Rain, Go Away." When Destiny plays, you may feel you've been transported into another time and plaee, taking in the old and new that have been magically Cazimero-ized. Imagine, or listen if you will, it's Destiny. Available at Borders, Longs Drugs or online at www.mountainapplecompany.com/caz.

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Reviews by Francine Murray Bruadcast/Media Cuurdinatūr