Namahana

Hapa	Maui All original compositions. 1-Haleakala, 2-Twinkletoes, 3-Papa E, 4-Slacking Off, 5-Lei Manoa, 6-Tahiti Manahune, 7-Redemption Song, 8-Mo i O Lili u, 9-Paniolo Ona Slack-key, 10-I Ka La'i O Lahaina, 11-Kealoha Bebop w/Charlie, 12-Hei Iti Vaihi	Collection HAPA, comprised of the talents of two remarkable and unique musicians, Barry Flanagan and Keli'i Kaneali'i, began their journey into the history books of Hawaiian music with their first release, simply entitled "HAPA". The impact from that initial recording catapulted them into ...	Instrumental Peace The much anticipated solo CD release from one of the founding members of the contemporary hawaiian group Hapa. Barry Flanagan's Instrumental Peace showcases the next step in the evolution of his art. Featuring performances by R. Carlos Nakai, world's leading performer of the Nati...	Hapa Hapa, pidgin for "half," often refers to bi- or multiracial individuals in Hawai'i. It's an apt name for singer Keli'i Ho'omalu Kaneali'i and singer/songwriter Barry Flanagan's group and their 1995 self-titled debut album. An exhibition of and introduction to the "Maui sound," Ha...
Facing Future To gauge the magnitude of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's popularity in his native Hawaii, consider this: following his death in 1997 (at age 38, attributed to his profound obesity), Kamakawiwo'ole's body lay in state in the state capitol, only the second person to receive such an honor....	In the Name of Love	Holidays	Hapa Live This collection of Hapa's best-loved songs captures the group's live performance to perfection. On this you can find classic songs from their award-winning debut CD, as well as their latest, Maui.	In Dis Life Released in 1996, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, better known as IZ is much a part of Hawaii as the beautiful blue oceans. Every cut on this album you can hear the power and majesty that is IZ, which gets into the listeners' heart and soul. "In Dis Life" serves-up a mix of Hawaiian lan...

Serenity and beauty
Hapa sure didn't miss a beat with this album either. Having grown up in Hawai'i, I was excited to find Hapa's debut album at a local CD shop here on the east coast, and fell in love with it. When I returned home on vacation a few years later, of course, I *had* to pick up their subsequent work. It doesn't disappoint. I also gave a copy to a buddy of mine as a Christmas gift, and he loves it even though he's never even been to the Aloha State.Barry and Keli'i have put together a wonderful set of tracks that embodies and embraces the beauty of Hawai'i. Pop it in, close your eyes, and relax. You can't possibly still be stressed with this music in the background. I have spent countless nights lulled to sleep with Hapa's mellifluous tones. For Native Sons (by blood or by residence), this CD affords a chance to return to the islands that will probably always be "home." For visitors to the 50th State, this CD (along with Hapa's debut album) is probably the best souvenir you could consider taking back with you.

Hawaii in Your Ears, Your Eyes, Your Heart
So you would like to vacation Hawaii, eh? My wife and I just returned from Kauai'i. We rented a Ford Mustang convertible while we were there, one with a CD player. We purchased "Namahana" from an outdoor vendor in Princeville. With the beauty of the Garden Island all around us and Hapa to complete the fantasy ... WOW! This album is terrific! Follow our lead. You will be forever happy that you did. Aloha

Relaxing
This CD is a must for those days when you want to get away from everything and just relax. The softness of the rhythm just make you want to forget about all the kine stress you get....