This December, Blue Note Hawaii transforms into a musical wonderland, hosting a series of remarkable events that celebrate the richness of diverse musical genres and cultural expressions. From the traditional Hawaiian melodies of Hoʻokena to the soulful solos of Judy Collins, and from the vibrant rhythms of The Green to the comedic genius of Frank DeLima, the lineup promises something for everyone. Join us at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort for a memorable celebration of music, culture, and creativity that captures the spirit of the holiday season.

A Melodious Holiday Extravaganza at Blue Note Hawaii: A Celebration of Music and Culture

Over the last few years Andrew Bachelor, better known by “King Bach,” has quickly parlayed being one of the most influential names on the internet (with a total following 45 million fans and growing) to being an in demand actor, producer, and content creator. Andrew’s hilarious brand of comedy has spawned national catch phrases, captured a global audience, and has launched him into the entertainment industry as a bonafide “one to watch” this year. First, Andrew can be seen starring in Lionsgate’s upcoming comedy feature film “Where’s the Money” opposite Kat Graham, Terry Crews, Retta, Mike Epps, and Method Man. Slated for theatrical release on October 20 and on demand October 24, the film follows Del (Bachelor), a quick witted young man from the streets of South Central who must rush a lily-white USC fraternity to recover a stash of stolen money. Andrew also served as Executive Producer, on the project.

King Bach

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If you’ve ever been in love, then you’ve heard the name All-4- One and their timeless songs “I Swear”, “I Can Love You Like That”, “So Much In Love”, “ I Turn To You”, “These Arms”, “Beautiful As You” and much more. The Grammy Award Winning group All-4-One is internationally known for making beautiful love songs that not only chart radio airwaves, but also garner countless awards.

All 4 One

When Matisyahu first started touring to packed clubs more than eleven years ago, it was prior to the release of Live at Stubbs, the now Gold record, and prior to that record’s single “King without a Crown” reaching #1 on the alternative rock radio charts. His performances were a raw expression of his spirituality at that time and were supported by musicians who played a foundation of roots reggae augmented by the energy of a rock trio. Fans latched on quickly for a variety of reasons, but in August of 2005, just months after the release of Live at Stubbs, Matisyahu found himself on stage at the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival with the de facto leader of improvisational rock-n-roll; Phish’s front man Trey Anastasio. Many early fans of Matisyahu remember that moment clearly not because of the songs he played in front of the 80,000 person crowd, but because of his seemingly unfettered confidence (or perhaps naiveté) in helping lead Trey and his band through an improvisational display of beat boxing and lyrical gymnastics during the two songs performed. It may have been unrefined, but Matisyahu’s passion for full band improvisation was laid bare.

An Acoustic Evening with Matisyahu

Sam Tallent (“the absurd voice of a surreal generation”- The Denver Post) is a comedian, novelist and host of the Chubby Behemoth Podcast. For the last decade he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe. His writing has appeared in Birdy Magazine and on VICE.com and he’s told jokes on Comedy Central, TruTV and VICELAND. His acclaimed debut novel, Running the Light (Doug Stanhope: “the best fictional representation of comedy in any medium ever”, Marc Maron: “a beautiful rendering of a dark reality"), heralded as the definitive book on stand up comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture, and his novella ATTABOY was published as an Audible Original. Waiting For Death to Claim Us, his comedy special, is available on Amazon Prime. He lives in Colorado and cooks dinner for his wife every night.

Sam Tallent

In 1966, “The Stylistics” was formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by combining local high school rivel singing groups, "The Percussions" and "The Monarchs". When members from each of the groups answered the then United States draft call and higher education endeavors after graduation, the remaining members under the guidance of English teacher, Beverly Hamilton joined forces and officially created the name “The Stylistics".

The Stylistics

Local trumpeter and big band leader Mike Lewis has spent substantial time performing in Polynesia and the tri-state New York area. Lewis has toured and recorded with Buddy Rich, Sarah Vaughn, Sammy Davis, Wynton Marsalis, Sonny and Cher, Billy Joel, Natalie Cole, Rosemary Clooney, The Temptations, Tony Bennett, Gladys Knight and Bruno Mars.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

It’s been over 20 years since Keahiwai released their debut album, "Local Girls," that took Hawaii by storm with hits like "Over and Promised Love." The album’s success landed the duo two Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards in their rookie year. The sophomore release, "Satisfied," was a game-changer with its chart-topping song, "Falling," reaching international success. Band members, Lei Melket and Mailani Makainai, went on to release four more albums together before going on a 15-year hiatus. The ladies are now back on the scene for a long-awaited reunion that everyone’s been whispering about for years. Join them for what promises to be an entertaining, memorable and nostalgic evening

Keahiwai

Since its inception in 1976, the Honolulu Brass Quintet has been a cherished musical presence throughout Honolulu and the state of Hawai‘i. Renowned for their versatility, the Quintet is in demand for a wide range of special occasions, from church services and private parties to graduations and educational in-school performances.

Chamber Music Hawaii Presents HBQ Christmas

Kuana Torres Kahele is a Hawaiian composer, educator, choreographer and recording artist born in Hilo. 
He is loved by Kumu hula and dancers alike for his hundreds of Hawaiian music compositions. He splits his time between Hawaii and Japan where he teaches and performs year round. In 2015, Kuana gained international recognition and won the hearts of children all over the world as he started in Disney Pixar’s LAVA as Uku, the lovesick volcano in the wildly popular animated classic. 

Christmas In Tahiti

Frank DeLima is one of Hawaii's most popular and beloved comedians. For more than 45 years, this award-winning comic has been entertaining local residents and tourists alike with his zany parodies, outrageous sense of humor, and spontaneous creativity. Frank's specialty is translating issues - such as current events, fads, attitudes, and people - into fresh musical parodies.

Frank Delima Holiday Brunch

In the past few years Cherry Poppin’ Daddies have become the kind of band that you would want to book if you were throwing a soiree at the Gatsby mansion. Penning elegant, lush, pitch perfect arrangements of much of the great American songbook, from Cole Porter to Frank Sinatra, the Daddies have surprised many- likely familiar with them from the early 90’s- whose limited exposure to the band undoubtedly consists of an image of spray painted vans careening across the US as an iconoclastic, misfit part of an already marginalized punk/ska scene.

Cherry Poppin' Daddies Tiki Xmas

With a decade and a half in the music industry, The Green is one of the most successful and adored bands to come out of Hawaii. In fact, they are among the very first reggae bands from the Hawaiian islands to extensively tour the US mainland, supporting American reggae bands including Rebelution, Iration, SOJA, and even Jamaica’s Damian Marley. Grammy winning pop superstar Bruno Mars even selected The Green to open his three sold out shows at Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena in 2014 and his two sold out dates at Honolulu’s Aloha Stadium, Hawaii’s largest outdoor venue, in 2018.

The Green

Bio: After a stalking incident forced Anna into retirement for 6 years, she's back - and armed with a restraining order and a plethora of new stories to tell. Anna Akana is a comedian, actress and writer. As an actress, she can be seen in Marvel's Ant-Man, Comedy Central's Corporate, Netflix's Jupiter's Legacy and the Emmy-nominated Youtube RED series she executive produced and starred in, Youth & Consequences. Her Youtube channel has a following of over 2.8 million subscribers, where she tackles a variety of mental health focused comedy content. As a writer, hopefully she'll someday emerge from development hell (with networks FX, Netflix, and HBOMax) for you to witness her work. Diablo Cody once said, "Anna's a brilliant and poignant writer," so either way, she can now die at peace.

Anna Akana: It Gets Darker

Frank Sinatra Birthday Celebration

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 50-album body of work, and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to thrive in the music industry for half a century.

Judy Collins

Of course you recognize Dinah Jane as singer, songwriter, performer,actress, and member of award-winning multi-platinum pop powerhouse Fifth Harmony.

After taking a break from music to reflect and find herself, Dinah is ready toremerge as her fully realized artist. With a fully produced album under herbelt ready to be distributed, Dinah’s forthcoming solo project embodieswho she always aspired to be:

Dinah Jane

Ho‘okena is a mainstay on the island music scene and is synonymous with high quality Hawaiian music. Since 1986 the group has produced 13 CDs and won numerous music awards. Their latest CD, “Meant to Be” was released on October 31, 2020 to commemorate their 34th anniversary, and was nominated as a finalist for the 2021 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards

Hoʻokena For the Holidays

Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. Leonid Vorobyev's goal was a studio project in dedication to Chicago under the motto “musicians for musicians”. Their first video went viral, but they really gained traction when Chicago itself published the video on its official website. They have since expanded their repertoire to include Earth Wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Deep Purple, and new original material. This incredible 11-piece band now has over 750,000 followers across social media, an astonishing 200 million+ video views, and over 300 successful shows under their belt. The future is only looking up for Leonid & Friends.

Leonid & Friends: The Greatest Chicago Tribute

In 2018, Kitty (with having 13 years experience in comedy) makes a soft appearance in the stand up comedy scene. Developing her on stage persona and refining her look each time. 2020, Kitty makes a splash on Instagram. Then in 2022, her TikTok went viral. From virality on Tiktok, it also spilled back over on her Instagram. 

Kitty Pineapple

Local trumpeter and big band leader Mike Lewis has spent substantial time performing in Polynesia and the tri-state New York area. Lewis has toured and recorded with Buddy Rich, Sarah Vaughn, Sammy Davis, Wynton Marsalis, Sonny and Cher, Billy Joel, Natalie Cole, Rosemary Clooney, The Temptations, Tony Bennett, Gladys Knight and Bruno Mars

Mike Lewis Big Band

Blue Note Hawaii and Aloha Growers present “The Lonely Hearts: Beatles And Beyond" for a special live concert in celebration of the 60th anniversary of The Beatles coming to America. Join us in celebrating this historic event.

The Lonely Hearts: Beatles and Beyond

As part of ANA’s commitment to celebrating the culture and music of Japan and Hawaiʻi, the 2024 ANA ʻAha Mele will continue to feature Cliburn Gold Award-winning pianist NOBUYUKI TSUJII in an intimate solo concert with brunch at the Blue Note Hawaii located in the Outrigger Waikiki at 2335 Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki.

Blind since birth, Tsujii is one of classical music’s most enthralling virtuosos, interpreting classic and modern compositions with a genius that is truly emotive and heartfelt. Since winning the joint Gold Medal at the 2009 Cliburn International Piano Competition – the first-ever win for a Japanese pianist - Tsujii’s career has spanned the globe, featuring appearances with Russia’s Mariinsky Orchestra, U.K.’s Philharmonia Orchestra, the BBC Philharmonic, Tokyo Symphony, Munich’s Münchner Philharmoniker, Milan’s Filarmonica della Scala and Switzerland’s Sinfonieorchester Basel. He has performed under the baton of conductors such as Valery Gergiev, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Vladimir Spivakov, Juanjo Mena and Vasily Petrenko.

ANA 'Aha Mele NOBUYUKI TSUJII BRUNCH RECITAL

In 2024, Foghat celebrates 53 years of rock ‘n’ roll history. This legendary band released their latest album, Sonic Mojo, in November 2023, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Charts and as of June 2024, the album had remained on the charts for 27 weeks. Known for their infectious boogie rock, Foghat continues to captivate audiences, delivering high-energy performances that are just as thrilling today as they were in 1977 when their classic multi-platinum album, Foghat Live, broke them worldwide.

Foghat

Neco Butler is making waves in Hawai’i’s comedy scene and beyond. With a growing reputation, he's sharpened his comedic skills on stages across the U.S., from Austin to New York City. Butler's impressive resume includes opening for comedy heavyweights like Matt Rife, Trevor Wallace, Jeff Ross and Roy Wood Jr. at the Blue Note Hawaii. Additionally, he has shared the stage with Bobby Lee and Tom Segura at the Blaisdell Arena. Known for his razor-sharp wit and incisive sarcasm, Butler brings a distinctive perspective on family, dating, and life in Honolulu. For a versatile and seasoned performer, Neco Butler is a standout choice for your next show.

Local Comedy Showcase Starring Neco Butler

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Over the 28 years and over 4500 shows since ZOSO came together as a group in the mid-‘90s, the seemingly tireless quartet continues to earn its well-deserved reputation as being, in the words of The L.A. Times, “head and shoulders above all other Led Zeppelin tributes

Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

Since gaining prominence in the early 2000’s, ukulele marvel Jake Shimabukuro has mesmerized audiences with his innovative and dynamic style, taking the instrument to dizzying new heights. Over a dozen solo albums, Shimabukuro has shown a knack for moving effortlessly between genres, sometimes in the same song.

Jake Shimabukuro

Not that he'd wish it on anyone, but it was during his ten-year sentence in prison that Lyfe Jennings developed his honest sound, thanks to isolation and Erykah Badu. It was an arson charge that put the Toledo, Ohio native in prison. His musical aspirations started in the church choir and grew up in the Dotsons, a teenage group that Lyfe formed with his brother and a couple cousins. Prison made his music deeper, according to Lyfe, and when a copy of Erykah Badu's Baduizm ended up in his cell in 1997, he was inspired and had the feeling that this introspective edge to his music was worth developing

Lyfe Jennings

Local Comedy Showcase

Andrea Jin is a stand-up comedian and writer born in Shanghai, relocated to Canada, and is currently based in Los Angeles. She gained recognition in the comedy scene after winning Comedy Album of the Year in 2021 at the Juno Awards from the Canadian Academy of Recording Artists for her solo album 'Grandma's Girl'. She recently made her first late night TV debut on The Late Late Show with James Corden, was selected as a New Face at the Just for Laugh’s Montreal Festival in 2021, and has performed at several festivals like JFL Northwest, SiriusXM’s Top Comic, Seattle International Comedy Competition, CBC’s The Debaters, and the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. Her writing has been featured on Vice, CBC Comedy, and the Vancouver Sun among other publications.

Andrea Jin

Michael is a Senior Correspondent on The Daily Showand recently HOSTED the show their first week back from the Writer’s Strike. Previously, he hosted and was the co-executive producer of The Comment Sectionfor the E! Network. He is well known from his numerous late night appearances on The Tonight Show, Conan, Seth Meyers, and @ midnight Michael co-hosted Fox Sports 1’s Crowd Goes Wild opposite Regis Philbin and was a regular Correspondent for The Soup Investigates with Joel McHale. His one hour Comedy Central stand up special: Michael Kosta: Detroit. NY. LA. is now streaming on Paramount + & YouTube. Michael is a former protennis player and now a frequent contributor on The Tennis Channeland hosts a weekly podcast called Tennis Anyone with Michael Kosta

Michael Kosta

Grab your lederhosen and join us for an evening of polkas, singalongs and more, including "Ein Prosit" and "Beer Barrel Polka." This Beethoven inspired Oktoberfest will include the composer's greatest hits arranged for Brass Quintet

Chamber Music Hawaii Presents Oktoberfest: Beers, Brats & Beethoven

Jamaica's first dancehall superstar, Yellowman ushered in a new era in reggae music following Bob Marley's death. His early-'80s success brought the popularity of toasting -- the reggae equivalent of rapping -- to a whole new level, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. His rise to stardom was unlikely enough, but his transformation from untouchable outcast into sex symbol was staggering, partly due to his trademark lewdness, which affirmed him as a sexual being just like his listeners. Yellowman was one of the most verbally nimble toasters of his time, with a loose, easy flow, a talent for improvisation, and a definite wit in his wordplay

Yellowman

If you could capture all the emotions of the human experience in a melody, it would sound a lot like Johnny Stimson. His music weaves the threads of love and loss, joy and sorrow, nostalgia, and growing up into a tapestry of beautiful songs that have no borders

Johnny Stimson - The Emotional Cowboy Tour

Acclaimed for her originality in song composition and spellbinding, soulful vocals, Fuga is one of Hawaii's top female musicians in generations. A poet at heart and an accomplished ukulele player under Master Instructor, Roy Sakuma, she has intertwined her passions into award-winning songwriting. Her debut album, "Lilikoi" lauded the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award for "Most Promising Artist." Fuga has headlined the global music circuit and performed on the stages of Good Morning America, Madison Square Garden, The Sydney Opera House Forecourt and is a three-time return guest artist to The White House

Paula Fuga

The comparison is inevitable. How could it be otherwise? Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music.   Tito, Jr. is on a passionate mission. The younger Puente is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father. He refuses to let his father become a distant memory. “He was just too vibrant, too exciting. There was magic in the music my father made. It made people happy all over the world.”  He has found captive audiences who echo his passion. Crowds lured to a venue by the father are returning to see the son -- and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage.  Tito Puente, Jr. has become an audience favorite in casinos, performing arts centers, symphony halls and jazz festivals worldwide, performing more than 300 shows over the past 5 years.  Don't miss them at the Blue Note for one night only!

Tito Puente Jr. & His Latin Jazz Ensemble

Get ready to laugh until your sides ache as Comedy U Presents another Ladies Night Comedy Show! Hosted by the sensational Patrice Scott, this evening promises a whirlwind of wit, charm, and unapologetic fun. Patrice, known for her razor-sharp humor and magnetic stage presence, will guide you through a night of hilarious entertainment that you won’t want to miss.

Ladies Night Comedy

Red Nova's experimental jazz artistry captivates and engages the listener with unprecedented cascades of energy and resonance. Hawaii’s leading proponents of ‘New Music,’ the musicians of Red Nova activate and enable this unique aesthetic, each spontaneously improvised performance eluding definition or replication. Its premiere album, Presence of Mind, is nominated in two categories for the upcoming 2024 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards

Red Nova

PraiseJesus Artis returns with part two of her Women Of Hawai’i series This time showcasing the powerful wahine Gabriella Fetui, Faithasia and Melissa Diallo. These powerful women have made impacts across the globe and throughout the islands and now they’re excited to make an impact debuting at Blue Note Hawai’i. Promising an evening of love, laughter, joy, dance and harmonic melodies to grace your ears. Ms. Artis again believes that it’s about time the world can see all that Hawai’i can offer through the songs of Hawai’is Wahine

PraiseJesus Artis & The Women of Hawaiʻi

International sensation Matt Von Roderick celebrates his new release Celestial Heart at Blue Note Hawaii. A critically acclaimed trumpet player and singer, he draws in listeners with an expression that bonds classic, lush tones with exhilarating multiphonics, loops, and spoken word, transmitting a sound the International Trumpet Guild calls “exquisite.” 

Matt Von Roderick: Award-Winning Singing Trumpeter

Get ready for an evening packed with endless laughter! Comedy U is bringing the Local Comedy Showcase to Blue Note Hawaii, where Heather Brown will be your host. Catch the uproarious performances of Joel Kop, Long Lox, Patrick Tyrrell, and Andrew Joyce. This show guarantees a one-of-a-kind comedy experience. Don’t miss out on a night filled with local humor and fun

Local Comedy Showcase Ft. Andrew Joyce, Joel Kop, Patrick Tyrrell & More

With a career spanning over three decades, Brickman has become a household name in the world of contemporary music. His signature style, blending pop and classical influences, has garnered him numerous accolades and a dedicated fan base. Now, fans will have the opportunity to experience his iconic hits in a whole new way

Jim Brickman

Sister Nancy is a Jamaican dancehall DJ and singer. She is known to the world as the first female dancehall DJ and was described as being a "dominating female voice for over two decades" on the dancehall scene. One of her most famous songs is "Bam Bam," labeled as a "well-known reggae anthem" by BBC and a "classic" by The Observer

Sister Nancy

Amir K is a critically acclaimed comedian, actor and writer based in Los Angeles. He has been performing live around the world and on television for over a decade. His unique approach to storytelling blends improvisation, character work and a magnetic charm to deliver a one of a kind live comedy experience.

Amir K

Jasmine is a local comedian hailing from Ewa Beach. She is a regular performer for Comedy U and is no stranger to the Blue Note stage. Jasmine has opened for national touring headliners such as Melissa Villasenor, Kyle Kinane, and Chaunté Wayans. She's been featured recently as part of the "DON'T TELL COMEDY SHOWS". Join her as she headlines Blue Note Hawaii for the first time.

Local Comedy Showcase Starring Jasmine Bautista

Adored for her singular magic of making what’s classic contemporary again, Jan Daley is the most multi-talented and beautiful "Best Kept Secret" in entertainment today. The multi-talented singer-songwriter and actress is well known as one of the music industry's “best-kept secrets.” Taking the iconic sound of traditional Jazz and reinventing it for the modern audience to enjoy, her impact has been global. She hits the sweet spot between authentic, personal presentation with just the right amount of razzle-dazzle.

Jan Daley's Tribute to Bob Hope

Kalapana emerged as one of the most popular bands on the Hawaiian music scene in the 70s, producing a steady stream of hits. Their eponymous 1975 debut album has been hailed as one of the best of the mid-70s Hawaiian renaissance. And with their trademark vocal harmonies, laid-back grooves, and popular originals.

Kalapana

Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. His shows draw on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a mildly confused immigrant.

David Nihill

The iconic pianist, composer, arranger, producer, film and TV scorer David Benoit, is a founding father of Contemporary Jazz, rooted in the tradition of Bill Evans and Dave Brubeck. Always one to break boundries, Benoit has never been one to stay with one formula or style. He has consistantly pushed the envelope, always drawing from his influences, which include jazz, film, comics, Broadway, symphonies and more. His fans love his magical soundtracks for the Peanuts television movies to garnering over 20 chart-topping radio hits and scoring music for films produced by Clint Eastwood, Sally Field and many others. His collaborations with such diverse artists as The Ripppingtons, Faith Hill, David Sanborn, Marc Antoine and CeCe Winans have brought accolades from press and fans alike.

David Benoit

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter! Comedy U Presents the Local Comedy Showcase at Blue Note Hawaii, where the incredible Jhonny Rox-Hollywood takes the stage as host. Featuring the hilarious talents of Joel Kop, Saul Smith, Nan Cardoso, and Handsome Harold, this show promises a comedy experience like no other. Don’t miss out on another hilarious night of local comedy!

Local Comedy Showcase Ft. Handsome Harold, Jhonny Rox-Hollywood, Nan Cardoso + More

Four-time Na Hoku Hanohano Nominated Beatles Tribute Band from Oahu, BEAT-LELE, will be performing for ONE NIGHT ONLY, the greatest of Beatle hits spanning their entire career with a special emphasis on their final concert; The Final Rooftop Concert. This historic Beatle's performance took place on the roof of their Apple Studio office building in downtown London in January 1969. These songs were captured in the recently released Peter Jackson movie remake of Let It Be and BEAT-LELE will bring them live and in person to The Blue Note this September where you will feel like you are right there on the rooftop with them! All of this will be done in a musical, masterful and magical way that only BEAT-LELE can deliver; on Hawaii’s beloved instrument, the UKULELE with Cajon. Will this also be BEAT-LELE’s final performance? We can’t be sure, but one thing for sure is that you can catch them on September 9, 2024 to experience the excitement of BEAT-LELE so don’t pass this opportunity by!

Beat-Lele: The Final Rooftop Concert

Gary Owen has been entertaining American audiences for more than a decade with his side-splitting comedy. Having performed to sold-out audiences in all the major comedy clubs and theatres across the country, Owen is one of America’s most beloved comedians and was proclaimed by Ebony magazine as Black America’s “Favorite White Comedian.” Audiences can now see Owen in his fourth Showtime comedy special, “GARY OWEN: DOINWHATIDO” which premiered on Saturday, September 7th. This is the follow-up to his three previous Showtime specials titled “I Got My Associates,” which came out in Fall 2018, and “I Agree with Myself” and “True Story,” both of which aired on Showtime in 2015.

Gary Owen

To hear Kiefer live is to hear him in his element, and to hear that dynamic with his trio creates a whole new atmosphere for anyone lucky enough to witness. Something For Real, Kiefer’s first official live album, features audio captured during an intimate show in Los Angeles back in April of 2023. The show was recorded in secret, per Kiefer’s request– thus capturing a natural electricity between him and his trio, consisting of collaborators Luke Titus and Pera Krstajic. The project includes one brand new song in title track “Something For Real,” along with originals from Kiefer’s catalog and a stirring rendition of Bobby Hutcherson’s “Montara”. This live album was conceived as a project without rules: “three friends playing for each other, for fun. With friends, for friends. Something for real!” 

Kiefer

Join us for a special Filipino Comedy Night at Blue Note Hawaii, hosted by Ian Shippen. Featuring Miko Domingo, Jasmine Bautista, Ray Lamay, and Jersey City native Vince Royale. Vince, a former homeless salesman turned stand-up comedian and actor, now based in Los Angeles, has appeared on Netflix's "Cooking On High," Fox's "Laughs," Hulu's “Stand Up and Deliver,” Amazon Prime's "Not for Nothin," and Showtime's "Attack of the Killer Donuts," and brings over a decade of international comedy experience and charisma to the stage.

Local Comedy Showcase: FIL-AM COMEDY

Oliver Steele released his debut single "As it Was" (a unique arrangement of the Harry Styles hit), followed by his original "Too Soon" as he rose through the ranks on American Idol Season 21. Oliver finished in the Top 8 of American Idol Season 21, winning over America with his powerful voice and loving personality. He has since accumulated over half a million streams on Spotify and tens of thousands of followers on social media.

Oliver Steele with Special Guest Kaia Soul

Akaash Singh is a nationally touring stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor. His career took off with many television shows including MTV’s “Guy Code” and “Wild’n Out,” Netflix’s “Brown Nation,” and HBO’s “The Leftovers” After finding success in TV, he pivoted his focus toward growing the now hugely successful podcast “Flagrant,” co-created with fellow comedian and good friend, Andrew Schulz, along with his successful stand-up comedy touring career. Akaash self-produced and directed his first stand up special, “Bring Back Apu” in February, amassing over a million views in its first week alone. Just one month later, he released “The Crowdwork Special,” putting him in rarified air of comedians who produced two specials in back-to-back months. Aside from stand up, look for Akaash as the lead in the Netflix Animated Series "Conquest" as well as an upcoming Hulu series created by Ramy Youssef.

Akaash Singh

Local Comedy Showcase Starring Jose Dynamite

Las Vegas Headliner, Brian Duprey is the only Frank Sinatra Tribute Artist endorsed by Nancy Sinatra herself on Howard Stern Radio. Brian Duprey is an award winning SAG-AFTRA Actor who had his big break performing on FOX TV’s ‘Performing As,’ where he won top prize by portraying his idol, Frank Sinatra. Brian has been featured on 'CSI Las Vegas,' 'The History Channel,' 'NBA All Star Jam,' and the hit movie ‘Get Him To The Greek.'  He also opened for the likes of Paul Anka, the cast of HBO’s 'The Sopranos,’ and wowed special guests like Steve Wynn at The Smith Center in Las Vegas. 

Brian Duprey: The Ultimate Frank Sinatra Tribute

Ever charismatic, prolific, and inspired, Grammy-nominated clarinetist-saxophonist Anat Cohen has captivated audiences worldwide with her expressive virtuosity and delightful stage presence. The New York Times writes, “Ms. Cohen on the clarinet was a revelation. Using the clarinet’s upper register, she could evoke infectious joy. In the lower register, her playing could conjure a deep, soulful melancholy. On up-tempo numbers, her improvisations weren’t just bebop fast; they had a clarity and deep intelligence that is really quite rare. She made it look effortless, even as she was playing the most technically difficult of all the reed instruments… she took my breath away.”

Anat Cohen Quartetinho

Jon B is a consummate artist, an accomplished musician and noted songwriter and producer with several gold and platinum records under his belt. His is a richly textured body of music, a testament to one man’s love for all things soul. 

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