The Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is proud to participate in Flavors of Island Music by featuring entertainment by some of the island's most talented artists.

Backyard Paina

Backyard Paina is quickly emerging as one of Hawai’s next generation of top musicians and entertainers.  With a growing number of performances at local shows and a single “Where I Want To Be” featured on Shaka Record’s Mai Tai Rumble island music compilation album, this dynamic new group is sure to become one of Hawaii’s favorites.

Sam Kapu III

Born into a forth generation of Hawaiian musicians, it is no surprise that Sam Kapu III has successfully continued the musical legacy of his family.  Kapu, who began singing and playing the ukulele at age seven, is known for his upbeat, contemporary Hawaiian tunes.  His first album “Sam Kapu III,” released on Bluewater Records, gained notoriety when it was nominated for two Na Hoku Hanohano Awards in 1994.  Kapu’s latest CD “Lineage,” which pays homage to his very talented family, was nominated for “Best Hawaiian Album of the Year” at the 2003 Hawaii music awards.

Ells Simeona

Ever since his humble beginnings on “Hawaii’s Stars,” Ellsworth "Ells" Simeona has earned a reputation as one of the top pop and country singers to emerge in the island music scene.  Most of his songs have a distinct country flavor that gives listeners a sense of down-home ease and comfort.  Simeona is also known for his country and island style covers, successfully adding in his own musical styling while keeping the experience of the original song genuine.

Johnny Kamai

A multi-faceted guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and record producer, Johnny Kamai is most well known as the lead guitarist and lead vocalist (along with Ben Vegas) for the Hawaiian band 5:05 as well as his imaginative lyrics and original compositions.  After making a name for himself as a solo artist, Kamai went on to win “Best Recording by a Gospel Artist” at the 1998 Hawaii Music Awards. 

Joe Kingston

Joe Kingston has been performing throughout Honolulu for several years as a soloist, as well as singing in various combos. Kingston plays guitar and ukulele, but his favorite instrument to play is upright bass. He performs a variety of music, including Hawaiian, oldies, jazz, contemporary, and standards.

Lawrence Kidder

Born and raised on Oahu by his musician parents, Kidder has been performing professionally for more than 16 years. His main genre is Hawaiian music, but he also enjoys performing contemporary island music, ballads, and rock music of the 1970s and 1980s.

Tangi Tully

Tully, whose mother came to Hawaii in the 1950s as a Tahitian dancer and singer, grew up in the entertainment industry. For the past 20 years, he has been performing in Waikiki and Japan, showcasing his aloha spirit along the way.

Kaimana

This dynamic trio of Rodney Bejer (vocals/bass/ukulele), Kawika Regidor (vocals/guitar/ukulele), and Eric Folk (drums/percussion) perform music ranging from the soothing traditional and contemporary Hawaiian to the up-beat island reggae, Latin/katchi-katchi, swing, and pop. Joining them on stage for two sets are their Kaimana or "Diamond" dancers Kiara and Kawena.

Visit our event calendar for a listing of entertainment and activities at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani.

For more information about Starwood Hawaii's Flavors of Island Music throughout Oahu and the neighbor islands, please visit www.flavorsofislandmusic.com.