HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Like everyone else in the music industry, when the pandemic first hit, Henry Kapono had to pivot.
The Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner, who had played live music at Duke’s Waikiki on Sundays for decades, decided to take the shows to his house and do livestream performances from there.
But on top of livestreams, he also grew the Henry Kapono Foundation, a way to raise money in support of Hawaii’s music industry.
Read MoreHONOLULU (HI Now) - “It’s not only a concert, its about getting people to come together,” says legendary artist Henry Kapono. The Home in the Islands: A Henry Kapono and Friends Concert will happen on June 18 at the Waikiki Shell, and will feature some of Hawaii’s amazing talent like Alex Kawakami, Tavana, Kala’e Parish, upcoming artist rredbeatt, and much more. Through this concert, $1 from each ticket and 25% of the proceeds will go to the Henry Kapono Foundation to help support and empower the music industry in Hawaii.
Read MoreLocal Entertainer, Henry Kapono, Takes New Honda Campaign for a Test Drive
In addition to launching the new “Everyday Adventures” campaign, the Hawaii Honda Dealers Ad Association is also debuting a new tagline, “Home in the Islands.”
Henry Kapono’s bright smile and infectious voice instantly make you feel at Home in the Islands. He believes that in life we all have a song to sing and that a good ride in Honda can help you unleash it. The Hawaii Honda Dealers believe this as well and have partnered with Henry to spread his message and the message that Honda is the perfect island ride.
Read MoreRecently we've been taking a look back at the 1970s in Hawaiʻi, the beginning of the Hawaiian Renaissance — 1978 is remembered as the year of a pivotal State Constitutional Convention. It was also the year Rap Reiplinger released his comedy album classic "Poi Dog." At the same time, the musical duo C and K opened doors for a new generation of musicians.
Read MoreGrammy-nominated Henry Kapono will host and perform during a four-concert series called the Hawaiʻi Legends Edition of Artist 2 Artist at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Hawaiian Native Kapono will perform with other Hawaiian music legends at the open-air Yokouchi Pavilion.
Read MoreThe Hawaiian Islands presents “Home in the Islands™ with Henry Kapono & Friends” brings Hawai‘i’s most iconic and emerging musical artists together on one stage for one magical night under the stars, featuring Henry Kapono, Kalapana, Keola Beamer, Jerry Santos, Amy Hānaiali‘i, Kapena, Ledward Kaapana, The Mākaha Sons, Brother Noland and Robi Kahakalau with many more musicians to be announced in the weeks ahead.
Read MoreHenry Kapono has clearly become the most prolific and profound island entertainer of his era – and there’s no stopping him.
He is reclaiming his “Home in the Islands” brand, with a star-studded four-hour concert from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell in Kapiolani Park.
Read MoreThe first ever Henry Kapono & Friends livestream event will be filmed at the majestic Hawaii Theatre Center and presented on their inhouse streaming platform. Featured artist include Jerry Santos, Ledward Kaapana, Sistah Robi Kahakalau, Kapena, Alx Kawakami & Josh Tatofi.
Read MoreThe Henry Kapono Foundation’s We Are Friends… COVID-19 Relief Fund will provide up to $50,000.00 in Foodland gift cards to musicians, producers, engineers, dancers and other music professionals who have been affected by this current pandemic. An additional grant of up to $1000 may be awarded to provide additional relief in more extreme situations.
Read MoreHenry Releases 3 New Music Videos, “Island Boy,” “Sunny Sky Serenade” and “Love You Forever.”
Read MoreHawaii welcomes Rock and Roll Hall of Famers and the NUMBER-ONE SELLING DUO in music history, Daryl Hall & John Oates, with special guest Henry Kapono!
Read MoreIn its third season, GRAMMY® Award Nominee Henry Kapono hosts some of Hawaii’s most iconic musical artists and rising young stars. This Month Features Keola Beamer at the Blue Note in Hawaii & Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Read MoreIn its third season, GRAMMY® Award Nominee Henry Kapono hosts some of Hawaii’s most iconic musical artists and rising young stars. This Month Features Paula Fuga at the Blue Note in Hawaii & Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Read MoreHenry Kapono is proud to be a Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander “Voice” for the US 2020 Census
Read MoreJUST ANNOUNCED! We are excited to announce Henry Kapono will be going back to California in June.
Read MoreJoin the National Society of Arts and Letters and some of Hawaii’s most exciting entertainers in honoring Henry Kapono.
Read MoreHenry Kapono & Keola Beamer along with the lovely Moana Beamer, team up again to hit the road to share their music & Aloha!
Read MoreHenry makes a special stop in Vancouver Canada. We hope all his Canadian friends will come out and support Henry with special guest Jay Larrin.
Read MoreIn its third season, GRAMMY® Award Nominee Henry Kapono hosts some of Hawaii’s most iconic musical artists and rising young stars. This Month Features Johnny Valentine at the Blue Note in Hawaii & Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Read MoreHenry’s iconic song, “Home In The Islands” is the theme song for the 4th Annual Hawaii Tennis Open to be broadcast WORLDWIDE Dec 26 - 28!
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