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Kulāiwi - Native Lands

Kulāiwi - 3 award winning Native Hawaiians Kawika Kahiapo, Lehua Kalima Alvarez and Shawn Kekoa Pimental - is proud to debut their new self-titled album, Kulāiwi-Native Lands! This album features 15 mele, a mix of originals and classic mele Hawai‘i, written by some of Hawai‘i's favorite artists and haku mele. Kulāiwi-Native Lands is available on all digital platforms. Physical copies may be purchased at live engagements. Email kulaiwimusic@gmail.com for lyrics, tour info, booking and other questions.

 

Kulāiwi was formed to reconnect kānaka to ‘āina through mele, the thread that connects the continuum of cultural knowledge. Kulāiwi's mission is to serve as a link in the chain of aloha ‘āina transmission, and believes that it is their kuleana to share music that encourages the listener to take an active role in aloha ‘āina. If these mele cause one person to ask a question, re-think their connectivity to land and culture, or want to learn more about ‘ike kupuna, then the work has served its purpose. Through music, may ‘āina and lāhui heal and thrive.

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“...What they do isnʻt just music, itʻs an experience. We felt like we were part of their `ohana. They really did open up our eyes to a culture and the struggles they deal with, that we otherwise wouldnʻt even think about. The respect and love they have for their community and land is so inspirational. Cindy and I left the venue with a renewed inspiration to take care of what we have... because it truly is a gift. We look forward to the next time we meet. Until then, again, Mahalo and Aloha .” - Bob

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Kulāiwi Native Lands: CD
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This debut album by Kawika Kahiapo, Lehua Kalima and Shawn Pimental just won the 2022 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards for Group of the Year, Hawaiian Album of the Year and the prestigious Album of the Year. 15 tracks feature a mix of new original songs from some of the most renowned Haku Mele in Hawaii and several timeless Hawaiian classic mele.

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