HONOLULU (HI Now) - Rising local artist Ali Ross, a Filipina singer-songwriter who moved to Oʻahu in 2021, is quickly becoming a prominent voice in Hawaiʻi’s music scene.
She recently won a recording session at the legendary Island Sound Studios and is now paying it forward by hosting open mics for fellow creatives. As Filipino American History Month concludes, Ali continues to celebrate her heritage through her art.
Catch her live at Merriman’s on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, and at her rap/hip-hop open mic at Harbors Vintage on November 15th. She will also be judging a karaoke contest with Kaeo Studios, with auditions due November 1st. Follow her journey on Instagram: @aliross.
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