Henry Kapono & Jerry Santos

Native Hawaiian and GRAMMY® nominated, Henry Kapono is a multiple award-winning vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and composer. Henry is one of Hawaii’s most popular recording artists and presides over Kapono Inc, one of Hawaii's top multi-function entertainment companies. He is equally known for his community support and philanthropic endeavors recently launching the “The Henry Kapono Foundation” in 2018 whose mission is to "Support the community through music and the arts and by giving with Aloha."

Best known for his work in the musical group Olomana, Jerry Santos has maintained an influential presence on the Hawaii music scene for over four decades.  Born and raised on the windward side of Oahu and a graduate of The Kamehameha Schools, Jerry established himself early on as one of Hawaii’s most prolific song writers. As a founding member and lead singer of the legendary group, Olomana, Jerry helped to create a unique and easily recognizable musical style, blending Hawaiian music with contemporary rhythms. 

Over the years, Jerry has performed all over the world and his work has been recognized by the Hawaii musical community with numerous Na Hökü Hanohano (Hawaii’s Grammy’s) awards.  Including male vocalist, for both traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music, and a composer’s award for his composition “Come to Me Gently”.  Jerry has also received the Moe Keale “Aloha Is” award for his charitable work in the community over the years and has been recognized by the Council of Hawaiian Civic Clubs for his commitment to Hawaiian Culture through music.  He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hawaii Academy of Recording Artists and was inducted into the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame. 

Recognized for bringing a fusion of Rock, Reggae, Blues and R&B to his unique melodies, infused harmonies to set every mood, and specializing inthe art oflive-looping, this performing artist from Kailua is making his mark in the Hawaiʻi Music scene. A 2022 nominee for the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Reggae Album of the Year with the group DNA Muse and recently branching out as a solo artistwith his debut single, “Leʻahi,” available on all digital platforms.