Henry Kapono "The Wild Hawaiian" This highly anticipated CD is Henry's first Hawaiian CD ~ with a twist ~ A Wild Hawaiian twist! It's an "alter-native" approach to Hawaiian music, well crafted with an attitude of pride, respect and power. As Henry says, "It's a step forward for me and is my interpretation of how I see, feel, hear and live my Hawaiian culture. This creation has been the greatest experience of my career and I hope everybody's experience will be as exciting as mine has been". (more info)

Ledward Ka‘apana "Grandmaster Slack Key Guitar" Creating music for over 40 years, the "Grandmaster", Ledward Ka‘apana comes up with another masterpiece. With nearly 100 recording projects over the last 35 years the "consummate kiho‘alu artist" shines once again on the slack key guitar. With his musical notability, Ledward recently acquired a 2006 Grammy Award nomination under the Hawaiian Music category for his album entitled "Ledward Ka‘apana Ki ho‘alu - Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar".

Various Artist "Hawaiian Slack Key Kings" Hawaiian Slack Key Kings is a sure hit compilation bringing together 15 artists who have dedicated a good part of their lives learning, performing, preserving and perpetuating the indigenous Hawaiian art form of "Ki-ho‘alu" or Slack Key Guitar. These artists include Dennis Kamakahi, Makana, David Kahiapo, Dwight Kanae, Florent Atem, Paul Togioka, Michael Kaawa, Glen Smith, Kevin & Ikaika Brown (of Maui), Albert Kaai, Bobby Moderow, Ledward Kaapana, Danny Carvalho, North Shore’s Jack Johnson, and the producer of the project Milton Lau.

Various Artists "Legend of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar - Live in Maui" Legends of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar is the sequel to the 48th Annual Grammy for Best Hawaiian Album of the year - Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar. This album is another compilation of songs recorded live from the slack key show weekly held at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua concert series. This new Hawaiian slack key guitar experience will take you to a tranquil mood, setting your imagination on a soothing island shore relaxation with warm, gentle breeze and calming waves. This album is a must-have collection bringing together Hawaii's Top Slack Key Musicians such as Ledward Kaapana, Cyril Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, George Kahumoku, Jr., Daniel Ho, Richard Ho'opi‘i, Martin Pahinui, Keoki Kahumoku, Bobby Ingano, Ozzie Kotani and many more. (more info)

Generation Hawai’i Amy Hanaiali’i [Hanaiali’i Records] "Generation Hawai'i" is Grammy nominated Amy Hanaiali'i at her best, in true form, representing her islands, her culture and her family legacy wit the music she was destined to share. It was produced by award winning producer, songwriter and musician Michael Ruff, who has worked with legends like Lionel Richie, Chaka Khan, Stevie Nicks and countless others. Amy Hanaiali'i is known worldwide for her unmatched vocal range, polished performances, classic charm and infectious smile. She's traveled the world and back performing with such greats as Carlos Santana and Willie Nelson, received formal training in European classical music, jazz, blues, American standards and pop, and established herself as Hawaii's most respected and loved female vocalist, songwriter and performer. "Generation Hawai'i" brings Amy full circle back to her extensive roots in Hawai'i, with a new focus on tradition, culture and family.

www.dannycouchfanaddicts.com