- Location:
- Santa Barbara, California
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 3000 miles from Santa Barbara.
- Pay Range:
-
$250-$2500 per event
- Member Since:
- 2007
- Primary Category:
- Hawaiian Band
- Genre:
- 40's Hits, Ambient, Beach Music, Caribbean, Folk, Hawaiian, Steel Drum, World Music
- Influences:
- (see below)
Group Members
- Kaleo Naea - Guitar, Ukulele, Vocals
- Bill Flores - Steel Guitar
- Jody Eulitz, Palika Enos - Ukulele
- Tom Lee - Bass
Description
ALOHA! Specializing in Weddings & Entertainment for all Occasions!
SOLO by Kaleo of Kauai, DUO, TRIO to FULL BAND of Slack-Key & Steel Guitars, Ukuleles & Bass.
Authentic Professional & Experienced, Let the Music of Hawaii's Golden Era Come to You!
No event is too large or too small, Credit Cards OK w/PAYPAL.
Crystal Clear Sound System + Mic's included for Vows, Toasts and Announcements.
CHOOSE from a Variety of Authentic Quality Entertainment & Services:
*SOLO MUSICIAN (Kaleo of Kauai) Authentic Traditional and Slack-Key Hawaiian Guitar & Ukulele with Hawaiian & English Vocals & Instrumentals.
*DUO, TRIO, 4 or 5-PIECE BAND - add Steel Guitar, Ukulele, Rhythm Guitar, & Upright Bass for that authentic sound of the islands.
*ADDITIONAL ENTERTAINMENT & SERVICES: Hula Dancers, Lei Greeters, Fresh Flower Leis, Hula Lessons, Hula Grams, Tahitian Drumming, Fire Knife Dancer, Child Performers, DJ Services, Island Style Catering, Models
*SERVING THE WESTERN US FOR ALL OCCASIONS! We Specialize in WEDDINGS (prelude, processional/recessional, ceremony, cocktail hour, reception – or any combination)
PLUS Birthdays, Anniversaries, Special Events, Festivals, Family Reunions, Corporate & Promotional Entertainment, Bar/Bat Mitzvah's, Children’s & Holiday Parties, Backyard Luau's!
*KALEO's BIO: Kaleo began performing in 1997, and in 2007 formed a Hawaiian band, “Kaleo” who has been delighting listeners with beautiful island music at their many live shows where they bring the classic Waikiki-style Hawaiian floor show to life with live hula, stellar musicianship, audience participation and, most importantly, real Aloha!
Kaleo is Kama'aina (island born) and raised on Kaua'i. Kaleo's great-grandmother's great-grandfather was Kaumuali'i, Kauai's last King and he is a decedent of George Na'ea, father of Hawaii's Queen Emma Na'ea Rooke! Kaleo learned about island history, and the ways and spirit of ALOHA from his "tutu" ("grandmother" in Hawaiian), Kamanao Na'ea who was a guitarist, singer and narrator at the Kodak Hula Show in Waikiki for two decades, she taught Kaleo to play and sing Hawaiian music from the day he was born. Kaleo moved to Santa Barbara in 1987 where he studied with many guitar masters over the next 20 years. Kaleo is also a massage therapist, he came from a long line of Kahuna’s, learning the ways of huna (ancient Hawaiian wisdom) from his Kahuna relatives on Kauai.
*ALBUM: On The Beach with Kaleo – Hawaiian Luau Music! “Kaleo’s latest CD will transport you to the islands with his 5-Piece String Band featuring the Hawaiian Steel Guitar's magical slides and glides, the Ukulele strumming sweetly, and the upright Bass a swingin', its a pupu platter of island sing and swing and the perfect soundtrack for your next Luau. These hapa-haole classics range from touchingly sweet to gregarious and humorous and will set your toes tapping and your hips swaying as you are serenaded to tropical paradise!”
*ALBUM: Kaua’i Beauty – Solo Traditional Hawaiian Guitar & Vocals
"Kaleo's music reaches into your soul and allows you to experience Hawaiian music through the expertise of his style in traditional, and kiho'alu (slack key) guitar. His unique vocal style is brought to the forefront the difficult style of ha'i (falsetto) singing. The music will surprise and delight you with the different textures, harmony, and depth of character. His traditional Hawaiian songs tell stories of love for the land, the flowers, and the people of the islands. They also speak of ancient Hawaiian legends and generate a positive, magical feeling in one's heart and mind, as they define the spirit of Hawaiian culture and the physical majesty of the islands of Aloha."
*INFLUENCES: George Helm, Gabby Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, Alfred Apaka, George Kahumuku, Ledward Kaapana, Sonny Chilingsworth, Raymond Kane, Olomana, Cyril Pahinui, Genoa Keawe, Lena Machado, Alvin Isaacs, Charles E. King, Helen Beamer, and Kamanao Na'ea.
Song List
- A Song of Old Hawaii
- Ahe Lau Makani
- Ahulili
- Alika
- Aloha Ka Manini
- Aloha Kaua'i
- Beautiful Kaua’i
- Blue Hawaii
- Blue Lei
- Cockeyed Mayor of Kaunakakai
- Dad's Slack Key
- Don't Dig that Pio!
- Dream Slack Key Moeuhane
- E Naughty Mai Nei
- Eo Mai Kai Ike - CHANT
- Hanalei Moon
- Hano Hano Hanalei
- Hanohano Hawai'I
- Haole Hula
- Hawaiian Cowboy
- Hawaiian Hospitality
- He Aloha No O Honolulu
- He Puna Hele No'oe
- Hi'ilawe
- Honeymoon Hotel
- Ho'okupu (The Gift)
- Ho'opuka e ka la - CHANT
- Hot Cha Cha
- Hukilau Song
- Hula O Makee
- I Kona
- Is This Love - Bob Marley
- It's A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
- Ka Uluwehi O Kekai
- Kai Hanupanupa
- Kaimana Hila
- Kalena Kai
- Kaua'i Beauty
- Kaua'i Beauty - CHANT
- Kaua'i O Mano
- Kaulana Na Pua
- Kaulu Wehi Okekai
- Kauoha Mai
- Keawaiki
- Keep Your Eyes on Your Hands
- Kimo Hula
- Ku’u Lei Aloha
- Ku'u Hoa
- Ku'upuai Paokalani
- La Paloma
- Lei Aloha
- Lei Lokelani
- Lei Makamae
- Lei Nani
- Lihu'e
- Little Brown Gal
- Lovely Hula Hands
- Lucky You Come to Hawaii
- Maile Swing
- Makee ’Ailana
- Manokalanipo - CHANT
- Manowaiopuna
- Maui Girl
- Mauna Loa
- Moani Chimes
- Moku Kia Kahi
- My Little Grass Shack
- Na Moku Eha
- Nani
- Nani Kauai
- No Ke Anu Ahi Ahi
- Nu Oli
- OVER THE RAINBOW/ITS A WONDERFUL WORLD - IZ version
- Papalina Lahilahi
- Princess Pupule
- Pua Hone
- Pua Mae'ole
- Pua Mamane
- Pua Olena
- Punahele
- Pupu O Nii Hau
- Royal Hawaiian Hotel
- She Too Much Aloha For Me
- Solomia
- SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW - IZ version
- Sweet Leilani
- The Hukilau Song
- The Kumu in the Mumu
- The Luau Song
- Tiny Bubbles - Don Ho
- Waikiki
- Waikiki Hula
- Waiulu
- White Ginger Blossoms
- What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
- PLUS MANY MANY MORE!
- OR I WILL ADD IT TO MY REPERTOIRE FOR YOUR EVENT!
Available For:
Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings
Feedback
- Wonderful performance, all of our guests raved on the live music and appreciated the professionalism. Amanda my mom loved Kaleo, she mentioned he was very polite, warm and caring. With the way our wedding was planned, it felt as if we were in Hawaii. -- Alana H, Somis, CA, 10/11/2009
- Kaleo and Bill performed beyond my expectations. Professional musicians that brought the spirit of the islands to the party, just what I requested!! Mahalo to you both for making the party such a success! -- Sally L, Pacific Palisades, CA, 10/3/2009
- Awesome! -- Natalie M, Huntington Beach, CA, 8/7/2009
- I don't know any other word to express your professional performance other than EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT AND EXCELLENT.
Thank you very much, Kaleo.
Debbie -- Debbie T, Santa Barbara, CA, 3/21/2009
- Kaleo was accomodating and very easy going. The communication with him prior to the event was exceptional and professional, yet very personable. His musical talent is SUPERB! Our event was a small Valentine Banquet at First Presbyterian Church in Hanford, CA. Kaleo's presentation was perfect for all age groups that attended. If you are looking for entertainment with a relaxing and enjoyable setting for a special event, you will not go wrong with hiring Kaleo. Blessings, Kaleo and Cindy. Joanne Groves, Hanford, CA -- Joanne G, Hanford, CA, 2/14/2009
- From the moment I contacted Kaleo the experience was great. He is extremely professional and accommodating. Our wedding would not have been the same without his Aloha Spirit. The guests loved him and I didn't want him to leave. I would definitely recommend Kaleo, and look forward to seeing him in the future.
~Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Anthony
Long Beach, CA
-- Amanda H, Manhattan Beach, CA, 10/11/2008
- Thank you, Kaleo for a WONDERFUL evening. You were a total professional and did a terrific job. People are still talking about how much they enjoyed you and your dancer. It was like celebrating our wedding on the beach in Waikiki...without the airfare. THANKS!! -- Terry M, South Pasadena, CA, 10/4/2008
- Kaleo was amazing and has such a soothing voice. My guests were commenting on how great he was and his performance gave the perfect Hawaiian feel for my wedding. He is great, punctual, and professional leaving me feel at ease on my wedding day! -- Caryn B, Palos Verdes Estates, CA, 9/28/2008
- Kaleo and his wife went above and beyond to help make our event a success! Kaleo has a beautiful voice, is a talented musician, and can sing a long list of traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music. He brought a wonderful tropical and festive feel to our party. Kaleo and his wife are true professionals and a dream to work with -- they were incredibly flexible, good natured, reliable, and offered a helping hand with other tasks when I was pressed for time! I would, without hesitation, reccommend Aloha Entertainment and I hope to be able to have Kaleo play at more parties in the future! -- Desiree L, Pleasanton, CA, 5/31/2008
- Kaleo and his Hawaiian band were the highlight of our party! Kaleo is an amazingly talented musician & singer and his steel guitar and ukulele player and lovely hula dancers complimented the music beautifully! Kaleo's great energy and warmth put everyone at ease and created the perfect aloha atmosphere. He has a high standard of professionalism, was extremely easy to work with, accommodated all our special requests, and has a top notch setup. The volume was perfect - loud enough to enjoy the music yet allowed everyone to socialize. Our guests keep telling us that the music MADE the party. I highly recommend him! Thank you Kaleo, for an evening to remember! -- Cynthia T, Santa Barbara, CA, 3/4/2008
- They event went awesome! We were honored to have such a wonderful soul at our wedding.
Maria & Gary -- Maria N, Carpinteria, CA, 3/15/2008
- Kaleo's performance was awesome. Providing background music as our guests arrived, he set the tone for a lovely afternoon. Later, after an introduction, he shared some of his personal favorite Hawaiian songs with us. His voice is rich and warm, his interpretations and guitar skills stunning. His music made our event over-the-top special.
No performer could have been easier to work with. His passion for the music he brings to an event is contagious. We feel extremely fortunate to have been able to engage him to sing for us. -- Nancy O, Santa Barbara, CA, 3/30/2008
- This band was so talented, we had people stopping by our venue to listen and enjoy the music. We had guests who were actually from Hawaii say they had never heard such beautiful music. The band was even early in their arrival times and played continuously through the event. They worked with me on cues, speeches and the cake arrival times. It was such a pleasure to work with this band and I would highly recommend and use them in the future!
-- Jen B, Newport Beach, CA, 4/26/2008
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