Music

The second episode of Kanikapila Vintage features Keaola Beamer and Raiatea Helm.

Chris Kamaka Jr. is the vice president of Kamaka Ukulele. He spoke to The Conversation's Catherine Cruz about honoring 110 years of handcrafting ʻukulele.

HPR takes an exclusive preview at the new library in the Obama Presidential Center; University of Hawaiʻi Astronomer Roy Gal shareds upcoming astronomical phenomena, including an upcoming lunar eclipse of Venus.

Maui youth Bobby and Cassie Goldyn talk about their musical group, Keiki Kupuna, and their mission to share the healing power of music with older people.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs Chair Kaiali’i Kahele discusses broadcast stations and military land; the Waialua High and Intermediate School girls’ surf team celebrates a championship win.

Musician Jack Johnson spoke to HPR's Kevin Allen about the upcoming debut of his own documentary, "SURFILMUSIC."

Tom Moore, from the Center for American Progress, explains a bill that passed to limit corporate influence in elections; singer-songwriter Jack Johnson teases the debut of his new documentary film.

Roger Bong, owner of record shop and label Aloha Got Soul, shares "Music For The Airport," local musicians' response to the use of AI-generated music at Honolulu Airport.

HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on the status of Chuuk's Super Typhoon Sinlaku recovery efforts; local record shop and label owner Roger Bong responds to the use of AI-generated music at Honolulu International Airport.

Drummer and composer Noel Okimoto talks about his life playing jazz music and how he plans to celebrate International Jazz Day on April 30.