Like I mentioned early, we are very honored to be nominated for the 2008 Hawaii Music Awards. For those that have never heard of it before, the Hawaii Music Awards are like the Grammys for the music of Hawai’i, except that it is all decided on a public popular vote.
Therefore, we need your […]

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WHAT A NIGHT! HOLY SMOKES! If you missed out, you missed out on a crazy, wet, fun night! For those of you that didn’t make it down to Gordon Biersch yesterday, let me catch you up with story time. There’s so much to tell, I have decided to do it 24-style […]

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From the HonoluluAdvertiser.com Wayne Harada Column entitled, “Manoa DNA takes you home again”…
“Distinguishing notes: Manoa DNA is a family trio comprised of brothers Alex and Nick Kawakami and their dad, Lloyd. Its homespun acoustic music reflects a bond and kinship hard to miss, easy to appreciate. It’s Hawaiian-style party music, to enjoy with friends and […]

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Who: YOU!
What: Manoa DNA “No Place Like Home” CD Release Party
When: Sunday, November 4th, 2007
Where: Gordon Biersch Restaurant, Aloha Tower Marketplace
Why: Why not?
That’s right ladies & gentlemen, announcing the official release of our second album, “No Place Like Home.” The CD hits stores October 16th, but help us celebrate the album November 4th. […]

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