JackJohnson
In 2003, Jack Johnson and his wife Kim co-founded the Kokua Hawaii Foundation and since then have hosted six Kokua Festivals. Jack just finished working on his sixth studio album (yet to be titled) which was recorded on 100% solar energy in Hawaii and will be released on June 1st on Johnson’s own Brushfire Records label. For his upcoming world tour, Johnson and his crew will once again collaborate with non-profits as part of All At Once, to bring the Kokua message around the world and inspire music fans to create positive change. Visit www.jackjohnsonmusic.com and www.allatonce.org to learn more.
www.jackjohnsonmusic.comZiggy Marley
Island favorite and four time Grammy-winning musician, Ziggy Marley, will make his first appearance at the 2010 Kokua Festival playing a solo acoustic set. Ziggy recently released his third solo children's album "Family Time" which features Paula Fuga and Jack Johnson on a track entitled "Cry, Cry, Cry". Marley is an active supporter of children charity organizations worldwide including Little Kids Rock, which brings musical instruments and music lessons to children in public schools, and U.R.G.E. (Unlimited Resources Giving Enlightenment), a non-profit organization founded by Ziggy that benefits a children's causes in Jamaica and other developing nations.
www.ziggymarley.comTaj Mahal
Grammy winning composer, multi-faceted musician and vocalist Taj Mahal is one of the most prominent and influential figures in late 20th century blues and roots music. Mahal has done much to reshape the definition and scope of the blues during his career by fusing it with nontraditional forms, including sounds from the Caribbean, Africa and the Hawaiian Islands. "[My] music was designed for people to move," said Taj, "That's why I like to play outdoor festivals-because people will just dance.” Mahal regularly performs at Farm Aid concerts because of his personal support of the family farm. Over the years, his passion and curiosity have led him around the world, and the resulting global perspective is reflected in his music.
www.tajblues.com/Jake Shimabukuro
Born and raised in Hawaii, Jake is recognized as one of the world’s most exciting and innovative ukulele players and composers. Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an "untapped source of music with unlimited potential." His music combines elements of jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco, and rock. Jake most recently played for Queen Elizabeth and was also featured on Ziggy Marley's Grammy-Award winning “Love is My Religion” album.
www.jakeshimabukuro.comAnuhea
With a delicate blend of fragility, strength and sass, Hawaiian-born singer/songwriter Anuhea blends engaging lyrics with acoustic soul, pop and reggae into a style that has earned her a reputation as Hawaii's newest rising star. Her signature guitar flow, sultry vocals and honest songwriting weave acoustic soul, R&B reggae and jazz with pop appeal. Anuhea recently opened for Al Green in Hawaii.
www.anuheajams.com2010 Kokua Festival Poster Artist
Julie Mealani Holland is the official 2010 Kokua Festival poster artist. Born and raised in Kailua, Hawaii, her artwork resonates the simple yet pure and vivid imagery captured in nature throughout the islands of Hawaii. Julie’s primary medium is oil on canvas. She has also been commissioned to paint murals for homes and schools where she enjoys contributing to a creative learning environment.
www.mealaniart.comKokua Festival Past Artists
