Artist Listing
Disco
Listed below are all artists in the Disco category. Click an artist/band name to view details and performance schedule. View the full artist listing.
- Archie Grant
- This veteran pianist and upright bass player plays jazz and pop standards and has performed on nationally syndicated TV shows and at many of the top resorts in Hawaii and around the world. (Jazz, Pop)
- B-3 Quartet
- The Jocelyn Michelle jazz organ band, from Los Angeles, performs classic Hammond B3 Organ jazz songs and be-bop to jazzed up show tunes. The band revisits the glory years of Hammond Organ jazz. (Jazz)
- Bambu
- Hawaiian, Latin, R&B and Rock (Hawaiian / Island, Latin, R&B, Rock)
- BBC: Betsy Curtis, Bobby Madrona & Clem Low
- Come enjoy an evening with Betsy Curtis, Bobby Madrona & Clem Low (Jazz)
- BeanDog
- Drummer Diesel Tucker joins his music buddies for a rockin' good time. (Rock)
- Ben Kaili
- This celebrated traditional Hawaiian guitarist/singer personifies the true aloha essence of the islands. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Betsy Curtis
- This sophisticated vocalist delivers a soulful mix of jazz, pop, and Latin standards. (Japanese, Jazz, Latin, Pop)
- Big Island Groove
- Big Island Groove wants you to get your "groove" on! (Disco)
- Bill Noble Sextet
- Veteran woodwind artist Bill Noble joins Slyde Hyde on trombone, Dave Clausnitzer on trumpet, Archie Grant on bass, Joe Gargiulo on drums, and Loren Wilken on piano to perform danceable Latin and jazz standards as well as a few contemporary arrangements. (Jazz, Latin, Pop, Salsa)
- Bill Noble Trio
- This veteran sax, flute, and clarinet player leads a trio featuring vocalist Betsy Curtis that performs jazz, pop, and dance classics. (Jazz, Pop)
- Bird Dog and the Bluez Houndz
- This popular local band plays danceable blues and a dash of rock. (Blues, Rock)
- Blues Fooz
- Traditional Shuffle Blues (Blues, Rock)
- Brother Noland
- Music is the thread that has always run through and held Brother Noland’s life together. It doesn’t matter what else he may be focused on at any particular moment. Music is the means by which he expresses who he is and what his life is about. While he is a man of many passions, music is the consuming passion of his life. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Bump City
- The Big Island’s newest 8 piece funky dance band. Enjoy the talent of these seasoned players as they lay down some awesome Motown grooves and more. (Motown, Rock)
- Cerro Negro
- Spanish guitars, blended with Latin percussion, create the gypsy-influenced, acoustic sound of Cerro Negro. (Alternative, Latin, New Age, Reggae, Spanish, Swing)
- Charlie Peebles
- This saxophonist has a recent masters in jazz arranging and is joined by 14 year-old pianist Kyle Matsuda who has a musical maturity and sophistication well beyond his years. (Jazz)
- Clyde & Friends
- Clyde & Friends brings together Clyde Oshiro (guitar/vocals), Randy Clay (bass guitar/vocals), Peter Weinstock (keyboard/vocals), and Rodney Estencion (drums). (Hawaiian / Island)
- Colin John Band
- Colin John is a world-travelling guitarslinger. Equally comfortable with an acoustic guitar as an electric (Blues, Country, Hawaiian / Island, R&B, Rock, Slack Key)
- Dam Str8
- This father & son quartet play a wide range of contemporary Hawaiian to classic rock. (Alternative, Hawaiian / Island, Rock)
- Dan Brauer LD Trio with Mike Aloha
- Latin Gypsy Funk Band. Original music based on flavors from all over the world. (All Styles)
- David Gomes
- David Gomes is a master guitar and ukulele maker as well as a top call classical, slack key, Spanish, and Latin guitar instrumentalist. (Classical, Latin, Slack Key, Spanish)
- Donald Kaulia & Wendy Fitzsimmons
- This Grammy nominated guitarist/vocalist delivers a contemporary island style mix. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Dragon Dance
- This quartet performs jazz standards along with some originals and includes Blue Dragon owner Delphina Dorrance on upright bass. (Blues, Jazz)
- Elena Welch Quintet
- “It's sultry, sticky and rich... Purring tones, and the ornery whips of the fiddle are liable to keep anyone on their toes, even on the longest stretches of I-80... The sassy Ms. Welch has put together a notable compendium of rare but classic jazz...” (Jazz)
- Evolution
- Share an evening of classic rock & blues performed by this up and coming band. Hear for yourself what the buzz is all about. (Alternative, Blues, Rock)
- FACE THE DRAGON
- The Blue Dragon's popular Invitational Open Mic attracts talented folks from all across the Big Island as well as visiting musicians. Want to FACE THE DRAGON? Call the Blue Dragon at 808-882-7771 (All Styles)
- Free & Easy
- Rockin' Jawaiian Reggae! (Alternative, Hawaiian / Island, Reggae, Rock)
- Full Circle
- Bandleader guitarist Terry Secor, spicy vocalist Diedra Nunn, soothing percussionist singer Rainbow, and poppin' drummer Ronnie Atwater provide a tight mix of danceable pop/rock and R & B. (Pop, R&B, Rock)
- Gary Washburn
- Composer, Jazz Pianist & Music Educator (Classical, Jazz, Motown, R&B, Rock, Standards)
- Hama Jang
- A four piece band playing a mixture of contemporary and classic local kine jams! (Alternative, Hawaiian / Island, R&B, Rock)
- HAPA
- Like the Hawaiian Islands themselves, HAPA’s groundbreaking music connects firmly to the Polynesian past, the sea, the lushness of the land, and favorite chants of the chiefs, told through melodies rich in harmony and backed by virtuoso guitar. (Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Slack Key)
- Hawaiians Unlimited
- The timeless beauty of Hawaiian music combined with talented modern musicians makes for an unforgettable sound. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Hot Lava 808
- This very danceable band with 3 lady vocalists up front performs pop, rock, and motown hits with flair and an R&B attitude. (Motown, Pop, Rock)
- I’land Boiz
- This seven piece group plays Jawaiian and Reggae jams. Don't forget your dancing shoes! (Hawaiian / Island, Reggae)
- Idren
- Up and coming 8 piece Roots and Reggae Band (Hawaiian / Island, Reggae, Rock)
- Island Fever
- Bandleader Kaiwi Stevens and some of the island's finest musicians bring you a mix of island style, rock, blues, and pop. (Blues, Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Rock)
- Jack and the Rippers
- Jack Martin and his band of rockers (Jim Summey, Scott Nelson and Roy Bucks) play classic rock, pop in their own entertaining way! (Pop, R&B, Rock)
- Jasmine Miranda Crowe
- Versatile singer/songwriter and multi instrumentalist (Alternative, Folk, Singer/Songwriter)
- Jazz Artists Showcase
- A wonderful mix of some of our top local jazz artists. (Jazz)
- Jazz Mele Band
- Jazz Mele delivers a mix of vintage jazz, ballads, torch songs, swing and Latin groves. (Jazz, Latin)
- Jeannine Guillory & Friends
- Vocalist Extrodinaire Jeannine Guillory teams up with powerhouse musicians Ronnie Atwater (drums) & Terry Secor (Guitar.) of The Full Circle Band along with Keyboardist Gary Washburn of the Olliephonics, will provide an evening of smooth and contemporary jazz at it's finest. (Alternative, Jazz)
- Jeff Gaeth
- Jeff's smooth as silk Tenor, Alto and Soprano Saxes with his lyrical compositions are his trademark. (Jazz)
- Joceyln Michelle & B-3 Organ Quartet
- Jazz Organ Band (Jazz)
- Joe Conti
- Joe plays a Chapman Stick, one of a handful in the world. He entertains using the full range of the instrument accompanied by great vocals! (All Styles)
- Joe Mackee
- Joe Mackee is Hawaii’s answer to the classic jazz artists of the swing era. Joe performs the great jazz standards in his own swing style reminiscent of the great Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn, with his Big Band voice being compared to the legendary Frank Sinatra, and Tony Bennett. (Blues, Broadway, Classical, Jazz, Swing)
- John Cruz
- Hawaii Magazine named John the "Best Singer-Songwriter from Hawaii". He was awarded the Hoku Award for Contemporary Album of the Year for his albums “Acoustic Soul” and “One of These Days”. Come enjoy this award winning artist’s musical talent s with us. (Hawaiian / Island, Singer/Songwriter)
- John Keawe
- John Keawe won the 2009 Hoku Award for best slack-key album; he performs a mix of original and authentic island music using his distinct slack-key style. He also had the honor of being one of the artists on Palm Record's Grammy winning CD "Slack Key Guitar Volume II." (Hawaiian / Island, Slack Key)
- Johnny Shot
- This 4-piece classic rock band plays everything from Presly and Cash to the Beatles and the Clash. (Pop, R&B, Rock)
- Kahumoku
- Hoku award winning slack key guitarist, Keoki Kahumoku, joins his band of brothers as they stretch the boundaries of contemporary island music. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Kai Ho’opi’i
- Hawaiian falsetto singer extraordinaire, Kai Ho'opi'i performs traditional Hawaiian style music you won't want to miss! (Hawaiian / Island)
- Kaiwi Stevens
- This excellent singer/guitarist performs a mix of island style and rock (Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Rock)
- Keaiwa
- From the South side of the Big Island, Keaiwa brings diversity and flavor to their island jams. (Hawaiian / Island, Reggae)
- Keawe Trio
- Based out of Hilo, Keawe Trio covers Contemporary Hawaiian songs from the past to the present. (Alternative, Hawaiian / Island)
- Ken Herkes’ Band
- Guitarist, vocalist and song writer, Ken Herkes, brings his blend of easy listening contemporary rock and roll/blues to the Dragon's stage. (Blues, Rock)
- Keoki Kahumoku
- This acclaimed fifth generation slack-key guitarist and singer has played on many Grammy winning Hawaiian albums and toured throughout the world. (Hawaiian / Island, Slack Key)
- Keoki Kahumoku & The Aloha Bluegrass Band
- Come enjoy the legendary Keoki Kahumoku as he joins the amazing members of the Aloha Bluegrass Band! (Blues, Folk, Hawaiian / Island)
- Kohala
- This mellow acoustic guitar trio is lead by Grammy Award winning producer Charles Michael Brotman. (Classical, Hawaiian / Island, New Age, Pop)
- Kona Brass Christmas
- The Kona Brass quintet presents a special Christmas program. (Jazz, World)
- Kona Gold Blues Band
- This popular blues band featuring Dave „King Bee“ Baker & Darrell „Diamond“ Minx has been rockin’ venues for years on the Big Island. (Blues, Rock)
- Kuahiwis
- The music of the Kuahiwis is spiritual, expressive, smooth and deeply rooted in the volcanic soil of Hawaii. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Larry Dupio Blues Band
- Larry Dupio returns from the mainland and brings his rockin’ blues trio to the Blue Dragon. (Blues, Rock)
- Le Hot Club de Hilo
- Gypso Jazz Quintet (Jazz, Standards, Swing)
- Le Hot Club de Hilo *Special Performance*
- Special Performance of the amazing Le Hot Club de Hilo (Jazz, Standards, Swing)
- Leche de Tigre
- Eclectic mix of genre-bending styles including Latin, Pop, Rock and Classical (Blues, Classical, Folk, Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Swing)
- Loren Wilken
- This versatile pianist plays everything from original new age & neo-classical to jazz, reminiscent of a wide range of composers/artists from George Winston & Bill Evans to Erik Satie & Frederick Chopin. (Classical, Jazz, New Age)
- Lorenzo’s Army
- Classic RocknRoll (Pop, Rock)
- Lorenzo’s Army & Solar Wind
- Join us in raising money for the Kawaihae Surf Park while dancing the night away with Solar Wind & Lorenzo's Army! (All Styles)
- Maelan Abran Trio
- Soulful and beautiful vocals from a soulful lady! (Hawaiian / Island, Jazz, Pop, R&B)
- Maggie Herron Trio
- This versatile pianist/vocalist dishes up a grooving, soulful mix of pop and jazz and is joined by Paul Lindbergh on sax. (Jazz, Pop, Rock)
- MAKANA
- Dine on the freshest fish and exotic flavors from around the world under a star filled night sky while listening to Hawaii's own slack key master, Makana! (Alternative, Folk, Hawaiian / Island, Slack Key)
- Mango Tango
- Mango Tango brings together four experienced Kona musicians in performance of the passionate classic Argentine tango. (Classical, Jazz, Latin, Salsa, Swing, World)
- Mark Mallory Trio
- Come enjoy this Trio's eclectic repertoire of tunes. (Alternative, Jazz)
- Matt & Neil
- Come enjoy the acoustic sounds of Matt & Neil's classic rock. (Rock)
- Matt Brown
- Matt Brown (All Styles)
- Mike McCullough
- This guitarist/singer plays mostly blues with a dash of rock. (Blues, Rock)
- Moon’s Landing Quartet
- Moon Brown heads this soulful Jazz/R&B crowd pleasing musical quartet. (Blues, Hawaiian / Island, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Ska)
- Moses Kahumoku
- Moses Kahumoku A pillar of Big Island slack key, Moses is well known as a musician, farmer, fisherman and activist. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Mystic Rhythm
- Based out of Waimea, this 6 piece group plays a variety of rock! (Rock)
- Neal Barnett
- This veteran guitarist/singer plays everything from Cash to the Clash and is the front man for the popular band, "Johnny Shot." (Pop, Rock)
- Nino Dem
- These talented musicians cover a range of contemporary to traditional Hawaiian music. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Nonami
- Nonami consists of an eclectic group of members who play across a broad range of music styles and genres including reggae, island contemporary, rock, jazz and blues. (Hawaiian / Island, Reggae, Rock)
- Ol’School
- Ol'School brings a danceable mix of contemporary Hawaiian, rock, country, funk and much more for you to have a great night of music! (Country, Hawaiian / Island, Rock)
- Olliephonic Horns
- Led by famed LA studio musician Ollie Mitchell, The Olliephonic Horns is “The Big Island’s Little Big Band”. This 13-piece group performs the great tunes from the swing era, plus jazz favorites and original compositions. (Jazz)
- Olowalu Outfit
- Hailing from both Appalachia and the West Coast, the Olowalu Outfit plays a mix of original and traditional songs that honor the first generation masters while bringing a fresh new energy to bluegrass and folk music. (Blues, Folk)
- Ono Gumbo
- Six piece Zydeco band (Folk)
- Peak Feat
- Peak Feat is a 5 piece neo-soul group playing a variety of styles as well as original songs. (Jazz, R&B, Singer/Songwriter, World)
- Rainbow Band
- The Rainbow band specializes in high energy dance music with an emphasis on the classic Rock and R&B of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. (Beach / Surf, Hawaiian / Island, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock)
- Redd
- This Big Island, Waimea based six piece band plays original music with an emphasis on danceable grooves and world influences. (Alternative, Jazz, Pop, Reggae, Rock, World)
- Rob Yamanoha
- This singer-songwriter was nominated for 5 Hoku Awards in 2008 including Male Vocalist of the Year. His soul flavored island music reflects his love for the 70's sound. (Hawaiian / Island, Pop, R&B, Rock, Singer/Songwriter)
- Sahra Indio
- Sensual and smoky, her delivery is laid back, jazz inflected with warm overtones (Hawaiian / Island, Reggae, World)
- Salsa Latinos
- This authentic 5-piece salsa band plays all types of danceable Latin and Hispanic music. Join the salsa dancing craze! (Latin, Salsa)
- Scott Anderson
- An entertaining guitar player and vocalist, Scott plays folk, pop and original music (Blues, Pop, Rock)
- Scott Stecker & the Tennessee Leg Hounds
- This traditional country singer/guitarist with a voice that is a cross between Randy Travis and Jim Reeves leads a hoppin‘ country band. (Country, Folk)
- Sistah Robi Kahakalau & Friends
- Robi Kahakalau, or, as many of us call her, "Sistah Robi", is considered one of Hawai`i's most popular entertainers, and is unquestionably one of our most versatile female vocalists. She has won multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards for excellence in the Hawaiian recording industry. Her distinctive voice, creative energy, as well as mastery of seven languages (one of them being Hawaiian) puts her in a class of her own. (Alternative, Country, Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Reggae)
- Slyde Hyde Quintet
- Slyde Hyde, on the Trombone, brings his Hollywood studio experience to the stage with a professional group of fellow jazz musicians. (Jazz, Latin, Swing)
- Solar Wind
- Solar Wind plays old school surf tunes on the Big Island of Hawaii. (Rock)
- Sons of Kohala
- This Kohala based band plays a mix of contemporary Hawaiian, reggae, and classic rock. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Sweet Soul
- Eclectic smooth jazz to contemporary featuring the lead vocalist Maelan Abran. (Alternative, Jazz, Motown, Pop, R&B, Rock)
- Tani and the Jazzmen
- Sultry vocals ranging from standards and Jazz to Island Style (Hawaiian / Island, Jazz, Standards)
- Terry Secor
- This versatile guitarist/keyboardist plays everything from jazz and fusion to rock and stands out from the crowd with awesome chops and musicality (Jazz, Pop, Rock)
- The Durgas
- Come enjoy this fusion of world rock, influenced by African, gypsy, folk, and reggae. (Alternative)
- The Kona Brass
- The Kona Brass performs elegant brass quintet music that spans 600 years of musical styles, including Classical, Baroque, Renaissance, Hawaiian, Jazz, Pop, Ragtime, and a variety of music from around the world. (Classical)
- The Legacy Band
- The Legacy Jazz Band is a dynamic variety of talent composed of Honoka'a Jazz Band alumni. (Jazz)
- Tomi Isobe Blues Band
- Southern blues guitar style of Tomi Isobe. Combining shuffle & classic blues for your dancing and listening pleasure. (Blues)
- Tropical Vibrations
- Doug Johnson's Trio is a swinging instrumental group that performs a wide variety of music suitable for listening and dancing. (Jazz, Standards, Swing)
- Unkle Boogie
- Designed to make you boogie, this band plays some mean classic rock, blues, and Latin. (Blues, Latin, Rock)
- Vizion 20-20
- Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy the sounds of this contemporary cover band playing a wide variety of music from the 70's to now! (Country, Motown, Pop, R&B, Rock)
- Wailau Ryder
- Come enjoy the sounds of gifted guitarist/vocalist, Wailau Ryder, performing a variety of Hawaiian songs from classic to contemporary. (Hawaiian / Island)
- Waipa
- Tani, Warren Kaneao and Band (Hawaiian / Island, Jazz, Pop, R&B)
- Warren Kaneao
- An incredible musician and singer, this guitarist/bassist can cover all sorts of musical styles and from contemporary Hawaiian to jazz and do them all well. (Hawaiian / Island, Jazz, Pop, Rock)
- Warren Kaneao and Tani
- Tani and Warren share the stage and their love for music. (Hawaiian / Island, Jazz, Pop, Rock)
- Wendy Fitzsimmons
- Wendy Fitzsimmons (Hawaiian / Island)
- Widdy Loo
- This smooth guitarist/singer plays Hawaiian, pop, light rock, & folk music and has been a featured artist at many of the Big Island resorts. (Hawaiian / Island, Pop, Rock)