Music From Molokai!

Old Style V - Passage to Pono

"Most locals possess an aumakua, or ancestral guardian spirit such as a shark, turtle or lizard. However, Lono, one of Molokai's most celebrated musicians, sings his own tune when it comes to aumakua: instead of an animal spirit, Lono gives reverence to the famed musicians who defined old-style Hawaiian music." - The Molokai Dispatch

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Old Style IV - Great Moloka'i, child of the Goddess Hina

Lonomusic now brings to you Old Style IV, Great Molokai, child of the Goddess Hina. With the guidance of Akua, na aumakua, na kupuna, our inspirations and the friendly people of Molokai, lonomusic shares with you their mana'o. This music is full of the ancient legends, myths, stories, tributes and everyday life. Lonomusic continues to perpetuate the
"folk music" of Hawaii in the traditional tones of old Hawaii, mindful of John Almeida, Aunty Genoa Keawe, Gabby Pahinui, Atta Isaacs, Moe Keale, Joe Gang Kupahu, Izrael Kamakawiwo'ole, Eddie Kamae, Keola Beamer.

This is original music from Molokai!
You cannot find it anywhere else.

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Old Style III - Imua Kakou

This cd is a Moloka'i original. All the songs were written by lonomusic except for tracks 4 and 15 which are traditional. From the first song "E Hele Pohaku" throughout the cd to "Oli E" it is packed with the writings of Moloka'i. (words and translations are included) Songs about the myths, legends, places and people of Moloka'i. The cd is packed with what is known throughout these islands as "Mana".

Lono plays all the instruments and sings all the songs. There is one track that is about the soverign land located on the island of 'Oahu (Nu'uanu) where the Hawaiian royalty rest. An honorary song to William "Kaihe'ekai Maioho" who's family has been intrusted with the caring of the Hawaiian monarch. Another track to "Nanahoa" or the "Phallic Rock" titled Botonui" located at the Kalaupapa lookout. The music is friendly and characteristic. It is the folk music of Hawai'i truely being continued for the past generations and the future generations.

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Old Style II

You will enjoy the music of yesteryear with Lono’s style of today. The first track, a symphony of conch, is a ceremonial welcome or invitation to come and listen. Much of the musics’ melodies are kept as they were written. Lono’s includes his own signature style on Ana Pau La and Holoholo Ka’a. Hola 'e pae, a song recorded by Aunty Genoa Keawe, is introduced as never been done before. I’d Climb the Highest Mountain is an old time favorite that has rekindled the memories of all the kupuna in their youth. Ukulele, Lono's original, features a young man, Kaihoku Lee-Tolentino, Kui Lee's grandson. In Kila Kila Na Rougrider, Lono again shares his version in vocals and ukulele skills on his 8 string Kamaka Ukulele. Enjoy! read more...

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Old Style

Tribute to the "Folk music of Hawaii". With the blessings of our Kupuna we have not forgotten those who's music have been push to the side on our local airways. They are the fans of this music. There is no jawaiian or contemporary music. It is "Traditional Hawaiian Music". Back to the old style music. A thank you to Steve Siegfried and his cast of contemporaries who brought this music to us years ago. From the pages of "The Sons Of Hawaii", Gabby, Moe Keale, Sonny Chillingworth, Joe gang, Atta Isaacs, Eddie Kamae, etc." (Since we're giving names... Skippy, Israel and Dennis.)

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Radio Kihei - 2002 (5th cd)

This cd is about the Southside Maui. Lifestyles, sunsets, sailing, watching waves, canoe paddling and love of the Southside. We are here sharing with you why people love Maui. "Cruzin' the south on my Saturday night, down in Kihei on my motor bike, southside."

Available only at live performances.
Please see lono's schedule.

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HD Planet

On this great mix of artist's and styles, Lono has 2 original songs on HD Planet and one cover tune by Kalapana. The making of this album was an honor and a great event!

Lono was invited to be on this album - titled "HD Planet" (High Definition Planet) and he jumped on the opportunity. The album was produced by Steve Dahl (WCKG105.9 Chicago radio) and record-producer Joe Thomas.The album was recorded at several studios, including the Brian Wilson Studios in St. Charles Il. A&E's Bill Kurtis hosted the record's debut in St. Charles where Lono was alongside such artists as Henry Kapono, Joe Walsh, Jimmy Webb, Christopher Cross, Jim Peterik, Brent Mason, Eddie Bayers.

The event was 2 nights and it sold out! We think you'll like this one as much as our audience liked us live.

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Heavy on Hawaiian Style

After playing at most of the benefits that pop up on Maui throughout the year, we took some of these local artist that had never recorded a cd, and got them into Melodyline Recording Studio in Pukalani in the slopes of Haleakala. to be on this album. It features "Kenny Roberts", "Ah Tim Eleneki", "Madi Simmons", the women of "Lauoho" and several of Lono's compositions, (aka Mr.Moon, M. Stylin.). It is a reflection of the kind of music that is being played in and around Maui. Reagge, Jawaiian, Tropical, Adult Contemporary.

Great music, writing, grooves, hooks, and arrangements with heavy island influence. All original music.

Available only at live performances.
Please see lono's schedule.

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White cd

This CD is packed with good music. The days spent on the southside of Maui. Some of his best writing appears here. "About Kihei" and "The Streets of Kihei" tells the story of our nights playing at the Oasis Poolside Bar. Island lyrics with modern beats. "S.T." Song got an honorable mention in the 2001 John Lennon Songwriting Contest; pretty cool! "All Alone with You", getting that perfect wave, you and the beat of the ocean.

Great music if you're missing the islands. Heavy acoustic rhythms, easy listening, music of the heart and mind.

Available only at live performances.
Please see lono's schedule.

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Maui Stylin'

This CD is directly dedicated to Maui. With Moloka'i, Lana'i and Kaho'olawe as its sister islands all represented throughout the CD The beauty of Hana, Halawa Valley, the rains over Kaho'olawe and the silhouette of Lana'i's sunset. All of it's beauty captured on this CD All original music. Special thanks to: Shelly, Meesha, Jackie and Mike.

Great lyrics, arrangements and grooves. Adult contemporary, MOR, country, island, tropical.

Song List:

Maui Stylin Pu'u O Hoku Give Me Love My Best Friend The Seven Sacred Pools

Seasons This Setting Son Flowers Will Lay Dream Makena Chelle That's What She Does

Available only at live performances.
Please see lono's schedule.

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Blue Eyes of Summer

This was our first CD - Our first attempt at producing a CD. The music is all original, written right after leaving my lifeguard position with the County of Maui. This CD is about the healing of the Hawaiian people ~ the new western lifestyles continually being introduced to the islands and how the Hawaiians deal with this thinking.

Great lyrics, grooves and rhythms. The music is adult contemporary, MOR, Rock, Island and tropical.

Available only at live performances.
Please see lono's schedule.

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