at THE VERANDA

June 1 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 2 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 8 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 9 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 15 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 16 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 30 2023 | 6pm – 9pm

(808) 739.8760 ~ restaurants@kahalaresort.com

Johnny Valentine is Hawai`i’s most sought after musician and entertainer. He has brought impressive vocal range and incredible guitar style to the stages of Bruno Mars, Arnel Pineda(Journey), Regina Belle, Martin Nievera, Henry Kapono and Kalapana, to name just a few. A Hawaii Music Award winner and Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner for Hawai’i’s Favorite Entertainer of the Year, Johnny has spent his life focused on making people happy through the power of music of the highest quality.

The Veranda is the perfect venue for live music in the evening and offers cocktails and wines from top vintners. The Veranda’s globally inspired menu features small plates and appetizers, salads, main entrees, and desserts. No cover charge and parking is validated for up to 4 hours with purchase (minimum applies).

at THE VERANDA

June 3 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 17 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 22 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 24 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 29 2023 | 6pm – 9pm

(808) 739.8760 ~ restaurants@kahalaresort.com

Brad Kawakami is a multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Award Recipient with a group called PALI. In the late 1990’s, after discovering the same musicality as his family, Brad began his music career. He founded Kalakoa, a local contemporary band, and Sam’s Garage, a local alternative rock band. Brad then joined Backyard Pa‘ina, a local band who performed at venues all over the island of Oahu. Deciding to focus on his career in graphics, Brad left the music industry in 2006, but was drawn back in early 2007 joining the award winning band, PALI.

In late 2010, Brad left the PALI band to pursue a solo career and in 2011 released “I Found My Love In Waikiki” single and was one of the Finalist in the 2011 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for Single of the Year.

On Tuesday, March 27, 2012, Brad released his debut solo album, Kaohu. This 10 track love song album is dedicated to his late grandmother, Odetta Kaohu Kawakami. It also features 4 original compositions, one of which was the finalist for single of the year in 2011.

Aside from playing solo, Brad also plays with other local bands and musicians, such as: Ho’okani, BYP, Herb Ohta Jr., Jon Yamasato, Scott Agena, Kalei Gamiao, Christian Yrizarry, David Kamakahi, Jeremy Hirokawa, Kama Hopkins, Keoni Ku, Nick Masagatani, Chris Luke, Chris Salvador, Timmy Pajimola, Jennifer Perri, Will Yokoyama, Paul Dunlap Jr., Kamu Kalauli, Kapono Naili’ili, Ellsworth Simeona, Trey Terada, Rio Saito, Dereck Kami, Kelly Villaverde, Michelle Walker, Tyler Donavon and more… He also had the honor of playing a private show for the Legendary Lionel Richie and guest in January 2014 at the Kahala Hotel.

at THE VERANDA

June 6 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 13 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 20 2023 | 6pm – 9pm
June 27 2023 | 6pm – 9pm

(808) 739.8760 ~ restaurants@kahalaresort.com

Kupu Dalire-Na’auao, from Kane’ohe O’ahu is a Hawaiian Island Reggae solo artist. He began playing music at the age of 3. He also performed at many big venues in Hawai’i and travelled all over the world as a musician. Already a two-time Na Hoku Hanohano award winner with his former group Hu’ewa (2015 Most Promising Artist of the year, & 2015 Group of the Year), Kupu showcases his understanding of Hawaiian culture and language through his songs. Kupu is the son of Kumu Hula Kau’i Dalire and Na Hoku Hanohano award winner and Island music icon, Sean Na’auao. They both provide him with a solid foundation from his debut solo album released in 2019, entitled “Chasing Legacy”.

The Veranda is the perfect venue for live music in the evening and offers cocktails and wines from top vintners. The Veranda’s globally inspired menu features small plates and appetizers, salads, main entrees, and desserts. No cover charge and parking is validated for up to 4 hours with purchase (minimum applies).

at THE VERANDA

June 10 2023 | 6pm – 9pm

(808) 739.8760 ~ restaurants@kahalaresort.com

The Veranda is the perfect venue for live music in the evening and offers cocktails and wines from top vintners. The Veranda’s globally inspired menu features small plates and appetizers, salads, main entrees, and desserts. No cover charge and parking is validated for up to 4 hours with purchase (minimum applies).