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RWD
`Olu`olu
USA
850 Posts |
 Posted - 04/29/2007 : 04:43:00 AM
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I just missed Led this week because of a wrong turn and Chicago traffic. To console myself, I have been thinking about the big name performers that I have seen.
I don't go to concerts often so when I do it is usually because I admire the performer very much.
These are the performers that I felt compelled to go see...
Andres Segovia
Christopher Parkening
George Jones
Keola Beamer
Allison Krause and Union Staion
ZZ top
Yes
Restless Heart
Performers I would really like to see...
Vince Gill
Don Ross
Ozzie Kotani
Led Kaapana
Ricky Scaggs
Any favoites out there?
Bob
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alika207
Ha`aha`a
USA
1260 Posts |
Posted - 04/29/2007 : 08:57:35 AM
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Seen:
The Beach Boys
Jimmy Buffet
Want to see:
Hawaiian:
Keali'i Reichel
Keali'i Blaisdell
Raiatea Helm
Auntie Genoa Keawe
Natalie Ai Kamauu
Leilani Rivera Bond
The Brothers Cazimero
'Ale'a
Na Palapalai
Aaron Sala
Kaukahi
The Makaha Sons
Ho'okena
Non-Hawaiian:
Celine Dion
Whitney Houston
Evanescence
B*Witched
Little Richard
Elton John
Billy Joel
Talia
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He kehau ho'oma'ema'e ke aloha.
'Alika / Polinahe |
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chunky monkey
Ha`aha`a
USA
1022 Posts |
Posted - 04/30/2007 : 05:58:33 AM
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| I've seen most of the Hawaiian performers and I love them all. Two specific concerts come to mind. I was physically sick with anticipation of my first Makaha Sons concert. Still my most memorable musical event. Also, I had a previous pre-Hawaiian music life playing the blues and I got to see Stevie Ray Vaughan a couple of times before he died. Made me realize why I like that music so much. |
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hawaiianmusiclover06
`Olu`olu
USA
562 Posts |
Posted - 05/14/2007 : 10:29:43 AM
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Seen:
Keali'i Blaisdell- met him last year September at his Keeping It Traditional CD release party at Don Ho's Island Grill
Keali'i Reichel
Hapa
Celine Dion
Whitney Houston
Avalon- A Christian group
Hawaiian
Want to see:
Weldon Kekauoha
Kaukahi
Uncle Ledward Kaapana
Uncle Dennis Kamakahi & David Kamakahi
Auntie Genoa Keawe
Na Palapalai
Holunape
'Ale'a
Raiatea Helm
Keahiwai
Ho'okena
The Brothers Cazimero
The Makaha Sons
Natalie A'i Kamau'u
Makana
Aaron Sala
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Aloha Kakou, maluhia a me aloha mau loa (Hello everyone, peace and love forever) |
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Downer Cow
Aloha
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Posted - 05/14/2007 : 11:49:04 AM
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Bob,
I saw Brendan and Jake (Umphrey's McGee) do an acoustic concert at the Chicago History Museum in March. Lucky you live Chicago! |
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GUke
Lokahi
188 Posts |
Posted - 05/14/2007 : 12:01:42 PM
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Being in the autumn of my life, I've seen quite a bit of performers from my tastes in a variety of music. But just to shed another light about live performances, I found it rewarding not only to focus on the headliner, but also the other musicians performing. I remember seeing Sheila E -- prior to her hitting it big with Prince -- in a small restaurant in SF East Bay performing with her dad. She was playing on a full set of drums, and what I was mesmorized with was the groove she and the bass player had. They had eye contact with each other and were feeding off driving each other making music. At an Angela Bofill concert, I got chicken skin with the gospel choir she had singing backup. Whenever a headliner has backup singers I always like to see their expressions and movements. Probably goes back to when I saw the Temptations, and Sergio Mendes and Brasil 66, 77.88. This past Christmas time I saw Amy Guillome perform, and was later informed of the talented musicans who accompanied her e.g. Bobby Igano.
Now that I get the chance to sit in, I am in awe of all the musicians who get up and play without charts. It's amazing how they just do it. And when they're good enough to hold the audience captive, it's just great to be there and be part of it.
I am fortunate to live in an area where a lot of popular main event acts will book. So I've seen those who have made it big, and also those who are big in a genre that has smaller followings in comparison, i.e. Hawaiian music. Lucky to see here Makaha Sons, Keali'i Reichel, Raiatea Helm, Steve Espionola, Herb Ohta, Jr, Daniel Ho, Hapa, Na Leo, Amy Guillome, C&K. And now that I have a greater appreciation for this music when visiting Hawaii I'll try to catch the musicians on their home turf. My recent visit I throughly enjoyed Kelly Boy (Kapena) performing with family on Lei Day and at Honey's Mike Kaawa and Cru' including a guest appearance of Fran Guidry who just enjoyed playing. That joy easily transfers over to the audience.
So I'll finish up just saying if you catch any good live performance you're lucky to be a part of it. |
Genaro
Should I? Itʻs only $, and where Iʻm going itʻll burn or melt. |
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hawaiianmusiclover06
`Olu`olu
USA
562 Posts |
Posted - 05/14/2007 : 5:51:48 PM
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Here are some addition to the Hawaiian performers that I seen:
Steven Espaniola
Darlene Ahuna
I want to see:
Uncle Cyril Pahinui
Martin Pahinui
Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom
Ernie Cruz Jr.
Cody Pueo Pata
Na Leo Pilimehana
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Aloha Kakou, maluhia a me aloha mau loa (Hello everyone, peace and love forever) |
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thumbstruck
Ahonui
USA
2168 Posts |
Posted - 05/15/2007 : 03:43:03 AM
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Ray Kane
Led
Owana Salazar
Cindy Combs
Bla, Martin and Cyril Pahinui
Auntie Genoa
Keola Beamer
Gary Haleamau
George Kuo
Alan Akaka
Makaha Sons
Dennis Kamakahi
George Kahumoku, Jr and Keoki
Flaco Jimenez
Joel Guzman and Max Baca
Bill Monroe
Ralph Stanley
Jim & Jesse McReynolds
The Seldom Scene
Hot Rise (and Red Knuckles and the Trailblazers)
Riders in the Sky
many great local pickers
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Podagee57
Lokahi
USA
280 Posts |
Posted - 05/15/2007 : 06:34:01 AM
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Seen:
Beach Boys, twice..20 years apart
Waylon Jennings
Merle Haggard
Bobby Bare
Ernest Tubb
America
Wynona
Jimmy Buffett, twice
Bonnie Raitt
Lucinda Williams
Shawn Mullins
Asleep at the Wheel
The Bangles
Wayne the Train
Mingo Fishtrap
Rosanne Cash
Emmylou Harris
Spyro Gyra
Keb Mo
Indigo Girls
Bee Gees
Dixie Chicks
Have tickets for:
Diana Krall
Allison Krause & Union Station
Makaha Sons
George Aaron and Martin
Ken Emmerson
Hapa
Keola Beamer
Bill Keale
Who do I want to see?
Everyone I haven't seen yet.
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What? You mean high "E" is the TOP string. No way dude! That changes everything! |
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hapakid
Luna Ho`omalu
USA
1533 Posts |
Posted - 05/15/2007 : 07:17:12 AM
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There are many artists and groups I would love to see.
But since my time is at a premium between work and family, most of the time I would rather just jam with friends, with players who are more skilled than I am, people who can teach me more about the music and whom I can share the music with. I don't think I'll ever have the money to make pilgrimages to the islands for music or to buy $100 concert tickets to see the Stones, so I would rather just make and share music than pursue the experiences of watching it.
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keneke ka
Akahai
USA
75 Posts |
Posted - 05/15/2007 : 6:48:39 PM
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Hawaiian Artists I have seen,
Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau with Iz , Kalapana
Beamer Brothers, Cecilio and Kapono
Brothers Cazimero , Jon and Randy
Keali'i Reichel , Melveen Leed
Na Leo Pilimehana , Country Living
Willie K. , Ka'eo
Amy Gilliom , Danny Kaleikini
Roy Sakuma ,Super Keikis
Makaha Sons , Ledward Kaapana and I Kona
Peter Moon Band , Sistah Robi , Sean Na'auao
Sons Of Hawaii
Ohta-San , Herb Ohta Jr. and Keoki Kahamoku
...I know I forgot some others..but can't think of it now |
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Pua Kai
Ha`aha`a
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2007 : 06:27:05 AM
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I'm with Jessie, or wish I could join him. Before 2 yrs ago, I had only seen Keali`i Reichel. Fortunately, the series at Whittier College is still very affordable and unlike Jessie, this area gets fun performances at the local Borders Books. With lessons and concerts now heading for $100, I will treasure all the time I have with friends even more.
See you in a couple weeks, Keneke Ka.
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Ianui
Lokahi
USA
298 Posts |
Posted - 05/20/2007 : 05:39:49 AM
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| We are finally getting some Hawaiian venues in Las Vegas to present Hawaiian shows. Its still early to announce all but I can say that Gary Haleamau and his great band will be performing every Sunday all summer. Look for details in the Performance/Event Forum or go to www.garyhaleamau.com You can hear some of his great music there |
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Pua Kai
Ha`aha`a
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - 05/20/2007 : 06:23:29 AM
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Hey Maggie! Another good excuse to come down this summer!! We can holo holo over to LV and see Gary and Don & Linda!!
Anyone else want to come? |
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Podagee57
Lokahi
USA
280 Posts |
Posted - 05/20/2007 : 09:17:47 AM
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Jesse, I'd have to agree with you, it is getting very expensive to see quality entertainment these days. We missed a lot of good concerts while we were raising the boys. Tough to do for a family on a budget.
I remember when my wife and I went to see the Beach Boys - our first concert together - almost 30 years ago, it cost us $8.00 each. The tickets we just bought for Allison Krause and Diana Krall?...$80.00 each after adding on the $10.00 so-called convenience charge - convenient for who? Definetly not me!
But I will tell you one thing. It always inspires me to come home and pick up my guitar after seeing a good concert.
Couple of others I forgot about:
Nickel Creek...how could I forget them, one of
the best concerts I've been to
in a long time.
Fiona Apple
Flaming Lips
Unwritten Law with Paint By Numbers (my son's band) |
What? You mean high "E" is the TOP string. No way dude! That changes everything! |
Edited by - Podagee57 on 05/20/2007 09:18:58 AM |
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