"Two classic greatest hits compilations re-released in compact disc document the history of one of the seminal groups of the Hawaiian Renaissance. The discs are available separately, and each contains a cross-section of material from the groups' landmark Hula Records albums of the late-60s; Hawaiian music fans will want to collect both." – John Berger, The Honolulu Star-Bulletin, 12/18/88

Album Tracks:

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1. Kawika
2. Uwe Ka Wao
3. 'Ohi'a Hua Palaku
4. Only You
5. Sunday Manoa
6. Maika'i Ka Makani O Kohala
7. Pua Tuberose
8. Kalakaua
9. Kaulana Kawaihae
10. Heha Waipi'o

"The Sunday Manoa philosophy has been simple enough: Take some modern influences, blend with the traditional, serve with sizzle and style. Gather musicians of diverse skills and artistry, and you get a hybrid. In the annals of Hawaiian music, The Sunday Manoa clearly can be credited with providing the roots for the renaissance among the young music-makers.

This compilation is a brief examination of earlier moments and imprints placed on the musical landscape. Sometimes you have to look back and appreciate history, to see and shape the future." – Wayne Harada, Entertainment Editor, The Honolulu Advertiser

 "The Best of The Sunday Manoa, Volume II" features Peter Moon, The Cazimero Brothers, Palani Vaughan, Cyril and Bla Pahinui, and Albert "Baby" Kalima, Jr.

Album Titles:

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1. He Hawai'i Au
2. Kapalaoa
3. Kaulana 'O Waimanalo
4. Wai O Minihaha
5. Ka Lai Opua
6. Ka Moa'e
7. Lei Ona Ona
8. Kaikai Waimea
9. Poli Pumehana
10. Akaka Falls
    
    

To Islanders, Gabby will always be one of Hawai‘i's best known and best-loved musicians. He played, by choice, the old songs in the old style...the music Hawaiians play to entertain each other. His artistry on Hawai‘i's own slack-key style guitar is unmatched.

The Sons of Hawaii (in this configuration) are ‘ukulele virtuoso, John Maunawili (a.k.a. Eddie Kamae); the noted bass player, Joseph Kalei Marshall, who also arranged for the group; and David "Feet" Rogers, who played steel guitar in a style reminiscent of other greats: his uncle, Benny Rogers and the much-loved David Keli‘i.

Information about each song, and selected lyrics are included.

Album Titles:

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1. Na Ono Na I'a Na Kupuna
2. Pua Alani
3. Wai'alae/Halona
4. Pua Mohala
5. Panini Pua Kea
6. Nani Kaua'i
7. Hale Aniani
8. Hilo E
9. 'Ulili E
10. Haleakala
11. Hanalei Boy
12. Lei No Ka'iulani
    
    

"The Sunday Manoa didn't intend to start a revolution. But when the group released "Guava Jam" in 1969, it did." – Honolulu Magazine, June, 2004

"Guava Jam" introduced a trio of musicians that have been called the "Fathers of Contemporary Hawaiian Music" – Peter Moon, and brothers, Robert and Roland Cazimero, collectively known as The Sunday Manoa.

The album's liner notes say: "Listen, as The Sunday Manoa wrestles with the roots of a musical heritage that goes back hundreds of years, while trying to bind together yesterday and today with dignity and style." By combining traditional music and lyrics with musical innovation and their unique and energetic style, they reinvented the songs and left their imprint on Hawaiian music. This is the album that launched the Hawaiian Renaissance of the 1970s. More recently, it was listed among the 50 Greatest Hawaiian Albums, compiled by a panel of judges for Honolulu Magazine.

Album Tracks:

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1. Kawika
2. Only You
3. Heha Waipi'o
4. Kaulana 'O Waimanalo
5. Ka'ililauokekoa
6. Mehameha
7. He Hawai'i Au
8. Maika'i Ka Makani O Kohala
9. Ka La'i Opua
10. Poli Pumehana
11. Guava Jam