{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Hawaiian Concert Guide Show 693 - Hau'oli La Ho'omaika'i","description":" Hawaiian Concert Guide \u2013 Episode 693 Release Date: November 28, 2025 Hosts: Piko & Terry Title: Hau\u02bboli L\u0101 Ho\u02bbomaika\u02bbi (Happy Thanksgiving) Episode Summary In this Thanksgiving edition of the Hawaiian Concert Guide, Piko and Terry open Season 20 with a heartfelt celebration of gratitude, \u02bbohana, and the spirit of aloha. Filled with contemporary Hawaiian music, slack-key warmth, acoustic duets, and even a touch of vintage Exotica, Episode 693 \u201cHau\u02bboli L\u0101 Ho\u02bbomaika\u02bbi\u201d offers listeners a musical table of offerings for the holiday season. This episode is proudly sponsored by Dreamy Voyages Travel \u2014 Adventure Awaits! Dreamy Voyages helps travelers explore Hawai\u02bbi, the South Pacific, Asia, Europe, and destinations around the world through expertly planned cruise and land adventures. From songs rooted in the land to mele celebrating love, heritage, and Hawaiian identity, this episode reflects how gratitude flows through Hawaiian music and culture. Track List & Song Notes \u201cPu\u02bbuanahulu\u201d \u2013 Kahiau Lam Ho \u2013 3:34 Album: Ho\u02bbom\u0101lamalama \u00b7 Hawaiian \u201cPu\u02bbuanahulu\u201d pays tribute to the storied region of Pu\u02bbuanahulu on Hawai\u02bbi Island. Kahiau Lam Ho\u2019s gentle, contemporary style shines through in a piece that blends gratitude, reflection, and community pride. Clear vocals and clean guitar lines give the song an uplifting softness, like a sunrise over the lava fields. \u201cWaiulu\u201d \u2013 Kahiau Lam Ho \u2013 4:25 Album: Ho\u02bbom\u0101lamalama \u00b7 Hawaiian \u201cWaiulu\u201d is a tender love song that expresses devotion, loyalty, and emotional closeness. Lam Ho\u2019s smooth, heartfelt voice carries the poetic imagery of Hawaiian lyricism, turning the track into an intimate musical conversation. It\u2019s a modern ballad with timeless cultural roots. \u201cHuaka\u02bbi Hele\u201d \u2013 Kawika Kahiapo \u2013 4:19 Album: Ku\u02bbu Mana\u02bbo \u00b7 Hawaiian \u201cHuaka\u02bbi Hele\u201d evokes the idea of traveling through life guided by purpose, memory, and connection to the \u02bb\u0101ina. Kawika Kahiapo\u2019s warm slack-key guitar and soulful baritone create a meditative soundscape, inviting listeners into a quiet journey across mountains, shorelines, and the inner landscape of reflection. \u201c\u02bb\u0100ina Momona\u201d \u2013 Kawika Kahiapo \u2013 4:07 Album: Ku\u02bbu Mana\u02bbo \u00b7 Hawaiian Meaning \u201cthe fertile land,\u201d \u201c\u02bb\u0100ina Momona\u201d honors the abundance and generosity of Hawai\u02bbi. Kahiapo explores themes of stewardship, responsibility, and gratitude for the natural world. His soothing vocals and thoughtful phrasing turn the song into a gentle reminder of our kuleana to care for the land that sustains us. \u201cBeautiful Kahana\u201d \u2013 Jerome Koko & Daniel Ho \u2013 3:58 Album: Makaha Sons Memoirs \u00b7 Hawaiian A nostalgic tribute to the beloved windward community of Kahana, this track blends Jerome Koko\u2019s classic Makaha Sons vocal warmth with Daniel Ho\u2019s clean acoustic arrangements. The song feels like a quiet breeze off the Ko\u02bbolau mountains\u2014peaceful, familiar, and full of longing for a cherished place. \u201cKaleleon\u0101lani\u201d \u2013 Jerome Koko & Daniel Ho \u2013 2:21 Album: Makaha Sons Memoirs \u00b7 Hawaiian \u201cKaleleon\u0101lani\u201d is a graceful instrumental paying homage to Princess Victoria Kam\u0101malu. Elegant fingerstyle guitar and soft harmonics create a reverent, contemplative mood. The composition carries the unmistakable hallmark of Daniel Ho\u2019s artistry\u2014clean, precise, and emotionally resonant. \u201cLeft Arm of Buddha\u201d \u2013 The Waitiki 7 \u2013 4:43 Album: Adventures in Paradise \u00b7 Exotica Steeped in the traditions of mid-century Exotica, \u201cLeft Arm of Buddha\u201d brings playful rhythms, tropical percussion, and shimmering vibraphone textures. The Waitiki 7 revive a genre rooted in imagination and atmosphere, capturing the fantasy and adventure of old Hawai\u02bbi tiki lounges with modern musicianship. \u201cHer Majesty\u2019s Pearl\u201d \u2013 The Waitiki 7 \u2013 3:03 Album: Adventures in Paradise \u00b7 Exotica A bright and cinematic follow-up to their earlier track, \u201cHer Majesty\u2019s Pearl\u201d sparkles with melodic charm and rhythmic storytelling. The piece feels like the soundtrack to a vintage island-adventure film\u2014whimsical, colorful, and filled with character. \u201cM\u0101lama Mau Hawai\u02bbi\u201d \u2013 Waipuna \u2013 4:56 Album: Mana\u02bbo Pili \u00b7 Hawaiian Powerful, proud, and deeply rooted in cultural identity, \u201cM\u0101lama Mau Hawai\u02bbi\u201d is a call to protect and cherish the heritage of Hawai\u02bbi. Waipuna\u2019s signature harmonies carry strength and conviction, blending traditional themes with modern arrangements to create an anthem of unity and responsibility. \u201cPapa Sia\u201d \u2013 Waipuna \u2013 2:43 Album: Mana\u02bbo Pili \u00b7 Hawaiian \u201cPapa Sia\u201d brings joyful energy with rhythmic guitar lines and spirited performance. The track celebrates movement, dance, and the cheerful side of Hawaiian music, offering a lively closing to this Thanksgiving playlist. ","author_name":"Hawaiian Concert Guide","author_url":"http:\/\/www.hawaiianconcertguide.com","html":"