Music

John Cruz (Hawaiian/Chamorro/Native American-Cherokee/Japanese/Caucasian) has distinguished himself as one of Hawai’i’s most talented and versatile artists, known for his heartfelt melodies, passionate, soulful vocals, and range of styles from Hawaiian to Blues, Folk, Americana, Roots and Country, that his fans have grown to love. John built his career telling stories through songs about everyday people and experiences, celebrating the ties that bind us all and in the process, becoming one of the most beloved artists in Hawai’i. Says Jackson Browne, “he’s one of the best.” A multi-Nā Hōkū award winner and featured on the Grammy®-winning album Slack Key Guitar, Vol. 2, his song “Island Style” is iconic in Hawai’i.

Powerhouse GRAMMY winning vocalist Ms. Lisa Fischer is touring the world’s finest concert halls and festivals; After four decades of singing background for icons like The Rolling Stones, Luther Vandross, Sting, Tina Turner and Nine Inch Nails, Ms. Fischer set out to take center stage with her celebrated vocal prowess.

Lisa’s heartfelt story in the Oscar-winning “Twenty Feet From Stardom”, altered her musical journey; sharing clips of her legendary duets with Sting, Mick Jagger on “Gimme Shelter”, and accepting her first Grammy for “How Can I Ease the Pain”. She invited with her co-conspirators Grand Baton, to reinvent classics in an organic fusion of Caribbean psychedelic soul and jazzy progressive rock, showcasing Lisa’s flexibility and freedom of expression, exploring her lifelong desire to make music that heals but still rocks the house.

Lisa’s passion for constant growth and experimentation with different styles has invited collaborations with jazz pianist Taylor Eigsti, Orrin Evans and the Captain Black Big Band, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Sting, Chris Botti, Michael McDonald, Eric Krasno, Billy Childs, YoYo Ma, the BBC Proms / Jules Buckley and the Metropole Orkest, Anna Deavere Smith’s “Notes from the Field”. Her full evening program has been performed with Seattle Symphony, Cincinnati Symphony and the National Philharmonic.

Robert Irving III is a Chicago-born pianist, composer, arranger, and music educator whose career spans more than four decades at the forefront of jazz and beyond. A native of the city’s vibrant music scene, Irving rose to international prominence as a core member of Miles Davis’ recording and touring bands throughout the 1980s, serving as both keyboardist and musical director — co-writing and arranging material on landmark albums including The Man with the Horn, Decoy, and You’re Under Arrest. Since departing the Davis band in 1989, he has built a prolific body of work as a solo recording artist, film composer, interdisciplinary artist, and dedicated educator through programs like the Jazz Institute of Chicago. A recipient of the Chicago Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, Irving remains one of Chicago’s most celebrated jazz voices.

3lbs of Kalo is a Maui-grown, Lahaina-based band bringing you Hawaiian local reggae vibes. Led by 4x Grammy Award winner Peter deAquino whose mastery of the ʻukulele has made him one of Maui’s most distinguished artists. Raised in the rich musical traditions of Hawaiian music, Peter blends technical brilliance of the ukulele with soulful expression, crafting a sound that is both deeply rooted in island heritage. His performances capture the warmth of Hawai‘i and the precision of a true virtuoso. On bass, Kale Nagasako lays down warm, rolling foundations—steady as the tides and just as powerful. On guitar is Naiwi Teruya, a player known for his scorching solos and a commanding presence while Chris Cabrera drives the energy with precision and pulse on the drums, channeling the rhythms of West Maui. Together, they are more than a band—they are a reflection of Lahaina’s resilience, culture, and musical lineage, delivering reggae with authentic island roots and a modern, electrifying edge.