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It's all about the voice

Duke M | California, United States | 09/29/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"More than anything, it's the sound of Kekuhi's voice that makes her one of my favorite artists. I don't know of anyone out there making recordings who sounds like her...capable of great strength and gentleness, of boldness and coyness, humor and passion, of old and new. Kekuhi taps deep into the classic Hawaiian musical forms, infusing even her modern-sounding songs with real Hawaiian soul.



Each song evokes images, emotions and memories of home and family. Kekuhi's version of "Kauhale O Kamapua'a" is one of my favorite songs, and I can't listen to it without getting a little choked up, because her rendition seems to reach right to my heart. I'm Hawaiian and something about her music just rings so true to me.



Kekuhi takes many artistic risks, and the results are refreshing and original. There's a strong hula influence on this CD and some elements of her style may not appeal to the expectations of the casual listener.



The music is beautiful and evocative. There is truth and authority in her voice and singing style, and a lot of soul in her interpretations of songs, and the lyrics or her own songs, as well."

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M. SAVINO | NYC | 08/22/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I love this CD. I have several other CD's by Kekuhi and they're all great. Her voice is rich and full of depth. These songs take me back to Hawai'i. I highly recommend Honey Boy. Mahalo, Aloha."