FRIDAY
FRIDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Bula Akamu and Mati Laino
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
The duo of Bula Akamu and Mati Laino take the stage at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
Johnny Shot Band
Laverne’s Sports Bar/6:30-10 PM
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock & roll, R&B and popular dance music, the versatile Johnny Shot Band gets a crowd up and moving in no time.
More info: johnnyshot.com
George Wit
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-5 PM
Kona’s George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 329-1493
Kimberly June
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Kimberly June, a singer-songwriter and guitarist, performs. This performance features dancing by Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Full Circle
Huggo’s on the Rocks/8:30-11 PM
Full Circle takes the stage.
More info: 329-1493
Ponchoman Kuanoni
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./9 AM-noon
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of PonchoMan Kuanoni while looking out over Kailua Bay.
More info: 990-4589
Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Come check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
Kuana Torres
Aloha Theatre/7-9 PM
Kuana Torres Kahele has long been renowned as a member of legendary traditional Hawaiian group Na Palapalai.
More info: apachawaii.org
Leche De Tigre
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./7 PM
Get ready to rock your Gypsy soul, and let your beatnik spirit fly with Kona’s own, Leche De Tigre. The event celebrates the release of Leche De Tigre’s new EP album, “EP One.” Opening for the band is local acoustic singer, Kaahele. Tickets are $15.
More info: LecheDeTigreMusic.com
SOUTH KOHALA
Sean Robbins
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Sean Robbins, a slack key guitarist and falsetto rising star, takes the stage to share his haku mele compositions.
More info: 887-7368
Ken Lara
Luana Lounge/7-9 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar as the sun goes down at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Lava Rocks Band
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
This ensemble represents some of the highest quality of music currently performed on the Big Island. Possessing multiple awards between them, this band plays rock, funk, pop, blues, reggae and country music, all with equal precision.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Chris Cook
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9 PM
Chris Cook performs at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
Victoria Prince
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy the sounds of singer/songwriter of Victoria Prince, of Waimea.
More info: 769-5282
Ninodem with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-7 PM
Enjoy the sounds of Ninodem featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Lee Stewart
The Paniolo Country Inn/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a weekly performance at the Waimea inn.
More info: 885-4377
Keiki hula
Kings’ Shops/6-7 PM
Keiki (children) take center stage at Kings’ Shop’ for a free hula performance.
More info: 886-8811
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
SATURDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the island groove of Small Kine Action at this Alii Drive venue.
More info: 329-9203
Robbie Calvo
Huggo’s On the Rocks/3-5 PM
Robbie Calvo performs at this shoreline venue.
More info: 329-1493
Kevin Teves and Hula Joy
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-8 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. This performance features Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Johnny Shot Band
Huggo’s on the Rocks/ 8:30 PM to midnight
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock & roll, R&B and popular dance music, the versatile Johnny Shot Band gets a crowd up and moving in no time.
More info: 329-1493
Pacific Fusion
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy Pacific Fusion with Big Island-inspired entertainment.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Come check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a twice-weekly performance at Amici’s.
More info: 322-9582
Kuana Torres
Aloha Theatre/7-9 PM
Kuana Torres Kahele has long been renowned as a member of legendary traditional Hawaiian group Na Palapalai.
More info: apachawaii.org
SOUTH KOHALA
Walter Ward
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Guitarist Walter Ward performs at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill with hula by Tani from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Logan Martin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy a performance by Logan Martin while taking in the views and sunset along the South Kohala coast.
More info: 769-5282
Terry Secor with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy a performance by Terry Secor accompanied by hula by Pua.
More info: 769-5282
Keaiwa
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
Rocking an island vibe, Keaiwa plays reggae Hawaiian style along with truly local contemporary music.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Sean Robbins
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Sean Robbins, a slack key guitarist and falsetto rising star, takes the stage to share his haku mele compositions.
More info: 887-7368
RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
SUNDAY
KAILUA-KONA
George Wit
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-6 PM
Kona’s George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 329-1493
Full Circle
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6:30-10 PM
Full Circle takes the stage.
More info: 329-1493
Konabob and Eke
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./6-8 PM
Konabob and Eke perform for an audience overlooking Kailua Bay in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 345-2627
Kuahiwis
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Hawaiian trio from Hilo Kuahiwis takes the stage at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Ponchoman Kuanoni
Splashers/6-9 PM
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of PonchoMan Kuanoni in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 990-4589
Sean Wilkinson
Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort/5-7 PM
After playing back up for big name entertainers for dozens of years, award-winning percussionist Sean Wilkinson ventured to Hawaii some 30 years ago and now brings his smooth, easy listening jazz sounds to Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort. Free admission. =N:E=||n_1163v4
More info: 930-3286
Dan Brauer Trio
Kona Brewing Co./5-8 PM
The Dan Brauer Trio takes the stage at Kona Brewing Co. in Kailua-Kona.
More info: Konabrewingco.com
SOUTH KOHALA
Neil Barnett and Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band play
Hilton Malolo Lounge/8-11 PM
This Johnny Shot Band duo plays at this South Kohala venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Jesse Snyder Jazz Trio
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-9:30 PM
Jesse Snyder currently plays and writes arrangements for Hawaii’s own 2014 Grammy nominated “Hawaiian Swing” band Kahulanui, as well as funk band Bump City, The Olliephonic Horns, and R&B/Neo Soul band PEAK.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy the acoustic sounds of CJ Conklin while overlooking Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
Brandon Nakano
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 769-5282
Eddie Heaukulani
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Eddie Heaukulani performs at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
MONDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Melehuane and Keikilani Lindsey
Huggo’s On the Rocks/5-10 PM
Enjoy the smooth rhythms of Meleuhane and Keikilani Lindsey with hula by the keiki (children)
overlooking Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/3-6PM
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/6-9 PM
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
George Wit
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Join George Wit for a reggae duo at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
SOUTH KOHALA
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
The Rough Riders
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii/5-7 PM
Hawaiian music legends Henry Kapono, John Cruz and Brother Noland “ride” for Big Island Film Festival at The Fairmont Orchid Hawaii’s closing night special. Drinks and snacks for sale; beach chairs welcome, no coolers please. Tickets $45/$35 kamaaina, at BigIslandFilmFestival.com or by calling 883-0394.
More info: bigislandfilmfestival.com or 883-0394
TUESDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Paani Pila
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian/contemporary music by trio Paani Pila at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
Kevin Teves with hula
Huggo’s On the Rocks/5-9 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs with hula by Hula Ianeki.
More info: 329-1493
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii
Kona Coast Shopping Center/ 10:30 AM-noon
Enjoy a free hula performance by Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii.
More info: krystal@colliershawaii.com
SOUTH KOHALA
Original Music Tuesdays
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9 PM
Artists take the state to perform original pieces at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
John Keawe
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Grammy and multiple Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning slack key guitarist, composer and recording artist John Keawe takes the stage.
More info: 886-8811
Pomai Nephi Brown
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula.
More info: 769-5282
Marcus Wong Yuen
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Marcus Wong Yuen takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
WEDNESDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo.
More info: 331-6388
Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a twice-weekly performance at Amici’s in Kailua-Kona.
More info: 322-9582
Bula Akamu & Hula Joy
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-9 PM
Bula Akumu performs. Featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Bo Wade
Kona Sunset Farmers Market/2:30-5:30 PM
Bo Wade takes the stage playing solo jazz on his four-mallet vibraphone at the weekly market held in the parking lot of the Kona Kmart off Kamakaeha Avenue.
More info: Zarine 895-8665
SOUTH KOHALA
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Kahualanui — The kings’ of Hawaiian swing
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Groove to the best of Hawaiian swing music by this Grammy-nominated group.
More info: 886-8811
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano. More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Mauna Lani/8-11 PM
Neil Barnett plays solo at this venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Melehuane and Keikilani Lindsey
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy the smooth rhythms of Meleuhane and Keikilani Lindsey with hula.
More info: 769-5282
Kawehi
Kahilu Theatre/7 PM
Hawaiian independent artist Kawehi is known across the nation for her live shows as a “one-woman band,” creating intricate loops via beatboxing, a guitar, a midi keyboard and Ableton Live. Tickets are $32/$27/$22/$17.
More info: kahilutheatre.org
THURSDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo.
More info: 331-6388
Brian Piikea Vasquez
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-10 PM
Check out Brian Piikea Vasquez rockin’ da uke. Featuring Hula Pua.
More info: 329-1493
Pomai Serenaders
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy music by Hawaiian trio Pomai Serenaders at this Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the grooves of Small Kine Action.
More info: 329-9203
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/3-6PM
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Cyril Pahinui
Don’s Mai Tai Bar/5-7 PM
Cyril Pahinui skillfully combines Hawaii’s favorite stringed instruments – ukulele, slack key and steel guitar into a brilliantly arranged collection of Hawaiian music.
More info: 930-3286
SOUTH KOHALA
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Banjy’s Paradise Bar & Grille/6-9 PM
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Open Mic Night at Big Island Brewhaus
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Open mic night at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
Donnie B
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-9:30 PM
Donnie is a local boy with a guitar, a voice and a heart for music. He plays a soulful variety from country to contemporary Hawaiian.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Uncle Uke
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Listen to the beautiful sounds by Robert Yates, local musician and author.
More info: 886-8811
Ken Lara
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar with hula by Kawai from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano
More info: 887-7368
Tom M.
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Tom M. performs at this Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000