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Once in a decade comes a traditional Hawaiian album so perfectly crafted that it becomes an instant classic. "‘Āina Kupuna" is such an album. Hōkū Zuttermeister comes from a long line of Hawaiian music and hula masters, and that history is apparent in every word sung and note played.
From the first song, "Nani Nā Pali Hāuliuli O Nā Ko‘olau," which was given by Johnny Townsend to Hōkū's great-grandmother, Kau‘i Zuttermeister, as a gift, you will get a hint of the depth of Hōkū's amazing talent. The musical journey continues with the beautiful falsetto number, "Moanalua," showing off Hōkū's range and sung to vocal perfection. Another haunting number, "Lā‘ieikawai," is sure to be a favorite, along with ‘Ōla‘a Beauty," where Hōkū is joined by Robert Cazimero and Keao Costa. A song close to Hōkū's heart is "Nā Pua Lei ‘Ilima," written by his great-grandmother. A popular audience request, "Shores of Hale‘iwa" reveals the troubador in Hōkū, highlighting his silky smooth lower register. And the final medley will be danced by hula dancers for years to come.
About the Artist:
Born and raised in Kāne‘ohe, O‘ahu, Hōkū Zuttermeister was brought up with a love for the Hawaiian culture and its music. He started singing at the young age of two; he loved singing his first song, “E Ku‘u Morning Dew”.
Hōkū has recorded with many artists such as Sean Na‘auao (Neutralize It), Ku‘uipo Kumukahi (E Ku‘u Lei, E Ku‘uipo), Kawaikapuokalani Hewett (Mo‘o‘olelo), Raiatea Helm (Sweet and Lovely), Bryan Tolentino (Ka ‘Ukulele Lele), and Mahela (My Heart) and this has helped Hōkū mature into a wonderful and very talented musician. Hōkū has also opened for and toured with such great acts as the Mākaha Sons, Ho‘okena, Bryan Tolentino, Raiatea Helm, Jerry Santos, Ku‘uipo Kumukahi, and many others.
Hōkū's first album, titled “‘Aina Kūpuna” will be released in early March 2007 and is currently the source of much industry anticipation. There is excitement in seeing and hearing such a talented individual sharing and perpetuating the traditional music of Hawai‘i. It is very comforting to know that the traditions and mele of Hawai‘i will be perpetuated and passed on to future generations through sharing from talented and resourceful musicians such as Hōkū Zuttermeister.
Official website: www.HokuZuttermeister.com
***SONGLIST***
1. Nani Nā Pali Hāuliuli O Nā Ko‘olau
2. Moanalua
3. Kuhiau
4. Lā‘ieikawai
5. Nā Pua Lei ‘Ilima
6. Ōla‘a Beauty
7. ‘Akahikuleana A Ka Piko
8. Kūhiō Beach
9. Ka Ua Kilihune
10. Shores of Hale‘iwa
11. ‘Āina Kūpuna Ē/Ho‘i Ke Aloha i Ra‘iatea
Mfg Part # 892121001130
Inventory Pre-Orders only (available for shipping 4/2/07)
Price: $15.00
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