About the Music

Qualifications An accomplished musician and recording artist with extensive experience in weddings including religious and non- religious, Japanese, American, and Hawaiian ceremonies. Able to sing various genres of music including songs in English, Hawaiian, Samoan, Tongan, Tahitian, Fijian, Maori, Spanish and other languages. In addition, a versatility to perform multiple styles including R&B, Reggae, Traditional and Contemporary Hawaiian, and most recently, Country, amongst others. Education University of Hawaii at Manoa Deans list recipient- 2002, 2005 Maui Community College Associates of Arts- 2000 Deans list recipient- 1999, 2000 University of Montana Western Deans list recipient- 1998 Honors, Accomplishments Na Hoku Hanohano Award Nominee: Best Reggae Album 2007 Signed to Neos Productions Record Label - 2003 -Three album contract: “The First Time” (2003), “Paradise” (2004), “Growing Up” (2006) (Material on CDs primarily written and produced by Kawika) Na Hoku Hanohano Award Nominee: Most Promising Artist 2004 Hawaii Music Awards Nominee: Best Island Music Album 2004 Na Hoku Hanohano Music Scholarship Recipient- 1998 Professional Experience Tihati Productions, Hawaii 1999- Present Wedding Singer, Luau Musician, Lounge Singer, Conventions and Special Events Style Company, Maui, Oahu 1999- Present Wedding Singer for primarily Japanese Weddings Kahulu Productions, Maui Hawaiian Musician performing throughout Hawaii alongside Hawaiian Music Icon, Hulu Lindsey. Accompanied Lindsey on promotions to Phoenix, Seattle, Dallas and other West Coast cities along with East Coast promotions to New York, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia, all for the Maui Visitors Bureau. Issei Company, Kahala Hotel, Oahu 2002- 2005 Wedding Singer The Kaimana Band, Oahu 2005- 2007 Holding Gigs at highly prestigious venues including “Mai Tais” Ala Moana, “Tikis” Waikiki, “Princess Ka’iulani” Waikiki. Also traveling to Japan several times a year to perform at Hula Festivals and promotions for the Hawaii Visitors Bureau and Oahu Visitors Bureau. Recently traveled to Korea in 2008 and will also tour China in October 2008 for the Hawaii Travel Mission.  Ka’ala Boys, Oahu 2004- 2005 Performed at many venues around Oahu and neighbor islands promoting the popular island band's CDs. Promoted music across the nation and internationally in Japan and China alongside Governor Linda Lingle. Gigged at various clubs, bars, restaurants, lounges, private parties with a diverse repertoire at different locations including Hula/ Polynesian shows with dancers, Reggae Concerts, Dinner Music and Mainstream Dance Music. Live television performance on “Hot Hawaiian Nights.” Kawika Regidor Band, Oahu 2003- 2004 Performed at many venues around Oahu and neighbor islands promoting CDs. Gigged at various clubs, bars, restaurants, lounges, private parties with a diverse repertoire at different locations including Hula/ Polynesian shows with dancers, Reggae Concerts, Dinner Music and Mainstream Dance Music. Performed at the 2004 “Hawaii Music Awards.” 1999- Present Maohi Nui, Oahu 2003- 2004 Performed as a Polynesian Drummer and Musician. Competed and placed 2nd in the 2004 “Tahite Fete” at the Waikiki Shell. Participated in numerous events for the military on military bases across the world, including Diego Garcia, Singapore, and Oahu. Volunteer Work American Lung Association, Oahu. “Music With a Message.” Volunteer performances for various rallies at High Schools across Oahu. Sassy and G Magazine, Oahu. Volunteer performances for the teen magazine promoting positive influences for teenagers across Hawaii.