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Uncle's Awa Club
If you live on the Big Island, you know what has happened to Uncle Robert's place in Kalapana in recent months. Hundreds show up for the Wednesday farmer's market and infamous jam session that follows. Right at the edge of the Kalapana lava flow in the Puna district, they say it's where the road ends and aloha begins. This authentic local style awa bar is as Old Hawaii as it gets. They may or may not have food for this show. You may or may not get a seat at one of the luau style picnic tables. But you are guaranteed a great time with plenty of awa and drinks from the bar, not to mention the friendly, low key vibe of the place. John plays for 2 hours on a Sunday afternoon...the perfect way to end your weekend. No advanced tickets for this one. Just show up and pay at the door.
Uncle's Awa Club
12-5038 Kapoho-Kalapana Road
Pahoa, Hawaii 96778
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Uncle-Roberts-Awa-Club/141444265939613
$20
Ke Kani O Ke Kai
John returns to this seaside summer concert series to benefit the Waikiki Aquarium. As always, two artists are featured and this year's bill is a homerun. Multiple Hoku winner and bass player extraordinaire Nathan Aweau kicks off the evening, with John capping off the night. Bring the keiki to look at the fish while you're enjoying the music and food. This is one of the best events of the year. Tickets go on sale May 18th for aquarium members and June 1st for everyone else.
Waikiki Aquarium
2777 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
808-923-9741
http://www.waquarium.org
Prices vary
Stella Blues Supper Club
Catch John at one of the best music venues in Hawaii. See the show only or better yet, indulge in Stella's signature gourmet 4-course dinner for a true supper club experience. The intimacy and ambiance of this room make it a perfect place to listen to acoustic music. Make reservations early to guarantee a good table.
Stella Blues
1279 S. Kihei Road
Kihei, Hawaii 96753
808-874-3779
http://www.stellablues.com
$60 with dinner/$30 show only
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35th Annual Da Hui Paddle Race After Party
Da Hui Paddle Race is the single largest paddleboard and stand up paddle race in the entire world. It attracts top athletes from the North Shore and beyond. It is also the opening act of sorts for Turtle Bay's fireworks extravaganza later in the evening. This is a family friendly holiday celebration for the whole community. John kicks off the festivities as soon as the race ends at 2pm, by the stables.
Turtle Bay Resort
57-091 Kamehameha Highway
Kahuku, Hawaii 96731
808-293-6000
http://www.turtlebayresort.com
Free
Ala Moana Center's 4th of July Spectacular
Ala Moana Shopping Center always throws the biggest 4th of July party in town and this 22nd year is no exception. The festivities start at 5pm and continue until the fireworks finale at 8:30. This year, music is on the Main Stage, not Center Stage. Look for John on the upper deck of the parking lot by Sears, with a full view of the ocean and Magic Island in the backdrop. He takes the stage about 6:20pm for half an hour.
Main Stage of Ala Moana Center
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
808-955-9517
http://www.alamoanacenter.com
Free
HPR's Summer Concert Series
John is an avid supporter of Hawaii Public Radio and is honored to help keep this gem in radio thriving. From national programs like Fresh Air and All Things Considered, to local offerings like Kanikapila Sunday, this bastion of diversity and creativity needs our continuous support. John performs back to back shows over two nights, in a rare, truly intimate setting. Call the station during business hours to reserve tickets.
Atherton Performing Arts Studio
738 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
808-955-8821
http://www.hawaiipublicradio.org
$30 general admission/$25 HPR members/$15 students with ID
HPR's Summer Concert Series
John is an avid supporter of Hawaii Public Radio and is honored to help keep this gem in radio thriving. From national programs like Fresh Air and All Things Considered, to local offerings like Kanikapila Sunday, this bastion of diversity and creativity needs our continuous support. John performs back to back shows over two nights, in a rare, truly intimate setting. Call the station during business hours to reserve tickets.
Atherton Performing Arts Studio
738 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
808-955-8821
http://www.hawaiipublicradio.org
$30 general admission/$25 HPR members/$15 students with ID
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Kauai Music Festival
Considering the fact that Kauai is a tiny island in the middle of the Pacific, it is nothing short of amazing that this festival attracts some of the music industry's top professionals to offer the inside track to aspiring songwriters. Producers, music supervisors, Grammy winning performers and other notables gather here once a year to be accessible and inspirational to those further down the music business food chain. Attend valuable workshops between July 10th and 14th, or just check out the concerts on Friday and Saturday nights. Either way, it's a special event that John has been a part of since day 1. His concert is on Friday evening and is open to the public. Tickets go on sale June 1st.
Kauai Beach Resort
4331 Kauai Beach Drive
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
808-245-1955
http://www.kauaimusicfestival.com
Varies
Big Island Hawaiian Music Festival
The East Hawaii Cultural Center is proud to present this 24th annual celebration of Hawaiian music and culture. Enjoy 2 days of traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music, ukulele, slack key, hula and more from some of the island's favorite artists. Look for Cyril Pahinui, Olomana, Braddah Walter and others during the Saturday to Sunday event. John closes out Saturday's show around 5pm.
Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
799 Pi'ilani Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
808-961-5711
http://www.ehcc.org
$10 advance/$15 at the door
Stella Blues Supper Club
Catch John at one of the best music venues in Hawaii. See the show only or better yet, indulge in Stella's signature gourmet 4-course dinner for a true supper club experience. The intimacy and ambiance of this room make it a perfect place to listen to acoustic music. Make reservations early to guarantee a good table.
Stella Blues
1279 S. Kihei Road
Kihei, Hawaii 96753
808-874-3779
http://www.stellablues.com
$60 with dinner/$30 show only
Generations and Traditions Summer Concert Series
Waimea Valley is one of Hawaii's most treasured places. Its natural beauty and rich cultural history make it a loved and respected landmark on Oahu's North Shore, right across the street from legendary Waimea Bay. It's the perfect location for this very special concert series featuring the best in Hawaiian music of the past, present and future. John is featured in this second show in the series, appropriately titled "Innovators," paying homage to those who have blazed new trails on the Hawaiian music scene. The event runs from Noon to 4pm, with John taking the stage at 2pm for about an hour. Brother Noland, Ho'okena and Olomana share the bill.
Waimea Valley's Pikake Pavilion
59-864 Kamehameha Highway
Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
808-638-7766
http://www.waimeavalley.net
$15 Adults or $5 Kids in advance/$20 Adults or $10 Kids at the door/$35 Adults or $10 Kids for entire series
Surfer the Bar
Surfer Bar is the North Shore's most happening place for music. It's always fun and you never quite know what you're going to get. John's been known to play for 3 or 4 hours if no one kicks him off the stage, so plan on a great night. Book a room and make it even better.
Surfer the Bar at Turtle Bay Resort
57-091 Kamehameha Highway
Kahuku, Hawaii 96731
808-293-6000
http://www.turtlebayresort.com
$15 at the door
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Sunset on Vineyard Sound
If you've never experienced this sunset cruise, this is the year you've gotta do it. John performs aboard the Black Dog's vintage sailing ship Alabama for three hours as the sun sets on Martha's Vineyard. Guests bring a picnic dinner and drinks and listen to his music waft across the water. The Cape Cod scenery is amazing and the vibe is second to none. People return year after year, so make reservations early, for both the Alabama and the ferry out to the Vineyard during peak summer season. Shows run for three evenings, with a possible fourth show added on Sunday.
Black Dog's Tall Ship Alabama
3 Beach Street Extension
Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts 02568
508-693-1699
http://www.theblackdogtallships.com
$100
Sunset on Vineyard Sound
If you've never experienced this sunset cruise, this is the year you've gotta do it. John performs aboard the Black Dog's vintage sailing ship Alabama for three hours as the sun sets on Martha's Vineyard. Guests bring a picnic dinner and drinks and listen to his music waft across the water. The Cape Cod scenery is amazing and the vibe is second to none. People return year after year, so make reservations early, for both the Alabama and the ferry out to the Vineyard during peak summer season. Shows run for three evenings, with a possible fourth show added on Sunday.
Black Dog's Tall Ship Alabama
3 Beach Street Extension
Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts 02568
508-693-1699
http://www.theblackdogtallships.com
$100
Sunset on Vineyard Sound
If you've never experienced this sunset cruise, this is the year you've gotta do it. John performs aboard the Black Dog's vintage sailing ship Alabama for three hours as the sun sets on Martha's Vineyard. Guests bring a picnic dinner and drinks and listen to his music waft across the water. The Cape Cod scenery is amazing and the vibe is second to none. People return year after year, so make reservations early, for both the Alabama and the ferry out to the Vineyard during peak summer season. Shows run for three evenings, with a possible fourth show added on Sunday.
Black Dog's Tall Ship Alabama
3 Beach Street Extension
Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts 02568
508-693-1699
http://www.theblackdogtallships.com
$100
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Iron Horse Music Hall
What would a trip to the Northeast be without stopping at the Iron Horse? Northampton's legendary music club welcomes John back to one of his favorite haunts during his college days at UMass Amherst. Every notable band that passes through this town has played here, so the history is palpable. Doors open at 5:30. John's good friend and songwriting partner Mark Herschler opens the show at 7, with John taking the stage at 7:30pm.
Iron Horse Music Hall
20 Center Street
Northampton, Massachusetts 01060
413-586-8686
http://www.iheg.com
$15 in advance/$20 at the door
Stella Blues Supper Club
Catch John at one of the best music venues in Hawaii. See the show only or better yet, indulge in Stella's signature gourmet 4-course dinner for a true supper club experience. The intimacy and ambiance of this room make it a perfect place to listen to acoustic music. Make reservations early to guarantee a good table.
Stella Blues
1279 S. Kihei Road
Kihei, Hawaii 96753
808-874-3779
http://www.stellablues.com
$60 with dinner/$30 show only
Hui Kako'o Benefit Concert Series
The Big Island's KAPA Radio is the proud sponsor of this great community event that supports the Hawaii Foodbank. This organization collects and distributes nutritious food to low income families, the ill, disabled, elderly and children. While the concert is free, they ask that you bring at least 2 cans of food. Why not bring even more than that? You'll find the stage and Foodbank volunteers right in the middle of the shopping center parking lot. John plays for about an hour starting at 6.
Keauhou Shopping Center
78-6831 Ali'i Drive
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
808-322-3000
http://www.keauhouvillageshops.com
Free
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