Atherton Concerts - INDIE808 Performance Series

HPR’s Atherton Concert Series is back with a new lineup of local musicians! Join us for the INDIE808 Performance Series at our Honolulu studio for Saturday evening performances featuring: Keilana, The Mauve and Kennedy Taylor & The Electric Pancakes.

Don’t miss your chance to hear their intimate performances and exclusive setlists in person at our Honolulu studio at 738 Kāheka Street. These performances will be recorded for future broadcasts and online content.

Follow the artists on social media and look out for an exclusive admission discount promo code to use when you purchase your tickets.

Featuring:

Aug 19 - Keilana
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Inspired by the beauty and aloha found across the islands, award-winning musician Keilana’s mission is to share her music and story to inspire the next generation of young voices. Keilana makes her studio debut at the Atherton, kicking off HPR’s INDIE808 Performance series.

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Keilana made her debut at the Atherton on Aug.16, kicking off HPR's INDIE808 Performance Series.

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Hawaiʻi's much-loved R&B songstress, Keilana.

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Drummer Justin Schiada accompanied Keilana at the INDIE808 Performance Series on Aug. 26.

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Guitarist Nate Brown accompanied Keilana at the INDIE808 Performance Series.

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Left to right: Paul Nelson (bass), Keilana (vocals and guitar) and Nate Brown (guitar).

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Keilana introducers her bandmates before moving on to a solo set.

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Keilana played a few songs for a solo set at the intimate INDIE808 Performance Series concert.

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Left to right: Paul Neson (bass), Nate Brown (guitar), Keilana, and Justin Schiada (drums).

Aug 26 - The Mauve
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Honolulu-based indie pop band, The Mauve, debuted in 2018. A conceptual project founded by lead singer and songwriter Analiese Esopenko, The Mauve’s songs touch on tender subjects that dig into your heart, such as heartbreak and first love.

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The Mauve performed a number of original songs at their Aug. 26 concert.

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Left to right: , Analiese Esopenko (vocals), Kainalu Kolivas (keys), Boris Garcia (guitar), Riley Kalā Paʻakaula (bass guitar), John Sabugo (drums)

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The Mauve is an indie rock band based out of Honolulu, HI.

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The Mauve is a conceptual project founded by lead singer and writer Analiese Esopenko.

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Left to right: Kainalu Kolivas (keys), Boris Garcia (guitar), Analiese Esopenko (vocals), Riley Kalā Paʻakaula (bass guitar), John Sabugo (drums) and HPR Multimedia Producer Ananddev Banerjee in the Atherton Performing Arts Studio.

Sep 2 - Evan Khay
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Multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Evan Khay has been pursuing his love for music since the age of six. Passionate about performing, writing, composing, and recording original music, Evan’s unique sound showcases his ambitions as an artist.

Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Evan Khay's public performance was cancelled. However, HPR will be releasing audio and video of his private in-studio performance as part of the series.

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Left to right: Tiara Gomes (vocals), Wil Tafolo (bass), Evan Khay (vocals), Beck Millan (drums), and Hiʻi Copp (guitar) record their set in the Atherton Performing Arts Studio. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Evan Khay's public performance was cancelled. However, HPR will be releasing audio and video of his private in-studio performance as part of the series.

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Evan Khay visited the Atherton Performing Arts Studio for a private recording session.

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Left to right: Tiara Gomes (vocals), Wil Tafolo (bass), Evan Khay (vocals), Beck Millan (drums), and Hiʻi Copp (guitar).

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Beck Millan (drums) and Hiʻi Copp (guitar) accompany Evan Khay in a private recording session.

Sep 9 - Kennedy Taylor & The Electric Pancakes
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Kennedy Taylor & The Electric Pancakes are a new alternative pop band based out of Honolulu. Formed in 2019, they bring a fresh new sound that is unique to the current music scene. Influenced by a mix of styles ranging from jazz, R&B, classic rock, pop, and more, they are excited to share their music, style, and Aloha with the world.

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Kennedy Taylor performed to an intimate crowd at the INDIE808 Performance Series on Sept. 9.

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Concertgoers listen to Kennedy Taylor and The Electric Pancakes.

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The Electric Pancakes bass guitarist Timothy Manamtam and drummer Raene Imamoto make their debut in the Atherton Performing Arts Studio.

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Kennedy Taylor and The Electric Pancakes bassist Sebastian Longoria

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Kennedy Taylor acknowledges audience members at the INDIE808 Performance Series.

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Left to right: Sebastian Longoria (guitar), Kennedy Taylor (vocals), Raene Imamoto (drums) and Timothy Manamtam (bass guitar)in the Atherton Performing Arts Studio.

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Left to right: Kennedy Taylor and The Electric Pancakes, Timothy Manamtam (bass guitar), Sebastian Longoria (guitar), and Raene Imamoto (drums) in the Atherton Performing Arts Studio.

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Left to right: KETP stylist Kevin Murata, bassist Timothy Manamtam, HPR's Kyla Herrmann, Kennedy Taylor, guitarist Sebastian Longoria, drummer Raene Imamoto and HPR's Ananddev Banerjee and Mia Yoshimoto

All concerts begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Doors open at 7 p.m. Standing-room-only capacity is limited to 70 people.

Tickets were $25 and supported the featured local artists and help cover program costs for the station.

Have questions? Know someone who may be interested to perform in a future concert series? Click here to submit performer information.

Mahalo to FarmLovers Markets for their sponsorship of this event.