★ 50+ Million Video Views
★ 500,000 Social Followers
★ 2023 & 2019 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Favorite Entertainer of the Year
★ 2023 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Instrumental Album and Instrumental Composition of the Year
Taimane is a hapa Sāmoan artist (part native Sāmoan and part Caucasian) born and raised in Hawai‘i, known for her spellbinding concerts and fierce and inventive style of playing the ʻukulele. The virtuoso, songwriter, singer and producer has earned four Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards, including Favorite Entertainer of the Year in 2019 and 2023. With sold-out shows across the United States and Europe, Taimane’s live performances have become must-see events. The same can be said of her videos, which have been viewed well over 50 million times and helped earn Taimane over 500,000 online followers. From Bach to Led Zeppelin, flamenco infernos to tribal hymns, Taimane’s artistic vision is boundless, and she’s proving the sky’s the limit for her and her ʻukulele.
"Taimane rocks the stage with a sensual vibrancy and a white hot talent that captivates and beguiles!” - Pierce Brosnan (aka 007)
"If you didn’t know ukulele virtuosity is a thing, get on board. Taimane is not just in her own league on the instrument; she’s a captivating performer as well. And on top of that, she’s a masterful songwriter and interpreter. Ukulele, meet your triple threat." - Grammy.com