HONOLULU (HI Now) - This Independence Day weekend, Hawai‘i music icon Henry Kapono is turning the spotlight toward connection, culture, and the next generation of local talent. Known for his legendary voice and lasting impact on island music, Henry is bringing together beloved artists, rising stars, and community voices for a two-day celebration filled with music, food, and aloha in Hawai‘i Kai.
Joining him is Tehani, one of the newest artists in the Henry Kapono Foundation’s On The Rise program. With heartfelt original music and a fresh creative voice, Tehani represents the future of Hawai‘i’s music scene. Viewers can look forward to hearing more about her journey, her sound, and what it means to share the stage with some of Hawai‘i’s most respected performers.
The celebration begins July 3 with the free Hawai‘i Kai Independence Day Celebration Concert and Market at Hawai‘i Kai Shopping Center. This event will feature Henry Kapono and Friends, Kapena, Hawaiian Style Band, Manoa DNA, Maunalua, Kailua Moon, Tehani, and more than 30 artisan, food, and beverage vendors. The music continues July 4th with Henry Kapono and the Dukes on Sunday Band performing at Kapono’s at the Lounge, with shows at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
To learn more about the Independence Day celebration, visit henrykaponofoundation.org/hksc or follow @shophawaiikai on Instagram. For more on Tehani, visit @tehani.music on Instagram or check out linktr.ee/tehani.music.
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