Pihana is the debut release of kumu hula Nāpua Grieg. It features a balance of Hawaiian standards and new compositions, and her voice effortlessly moves between the two. An impressive debut.

Amy Hānaiali‘i shares many of the songs that were part of her childhood on Maui. Her stellar vocals backed with impeccable musicianship that produced the year's best new holiday release.

Produced by the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame, “Nā Lani ‘Ehā” is a fitting tribute to the four royal siblings who were also among Hawai‘i's most gifted musical composers. It is one of the most important historical projects ever undertaken.

“Pure Slack Key” is Jeff Peterson's sixth release. While not groundbreaking, it successfully negotiates that delicate line between innovation and maintaining the most identifiable elements of the slack key tradition.

Punahele Productions has released performances from Keali‘i Reichel's “Kūkahi” concert series on both standard as well as HD DVD formats. “Kūkahi” has clearly set the standard for Hawai‘i concert DVDs in every way.

My favorite release of 2007 (so far). I can't think of a CD I would want to have in my stereo for a romantic night at home. I might even take it to the restaurant with me and ask the staff to play it for a romantic night out.

It's been over ten years since John Cruz released his debut CD “Acoustic Soul”, and fans have been breathless with anticipation for his second release, “One Of These Days”. Was it worth the wait?