Back from touring Australia, New Zealand and Tahiti, Anuhea performs in concert at 4 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea.
Maui-native singer/songwriter Anuhea blends engaging lyrics, acoustic soul, and reggae into a style that has earned her a reputation as Hawaii’s number one female artist. Anuhea’s signature guitar rhythms, sultry vocals and honest song writing weave acoustic soul, R&B, jazz and hip hop with pop appeal.
Her debut album “Anuhea,” released April of 2009 shot to No. 7 on the iTunes Pop Charts, No. 4 on R&B, and No. 3 on the World/Reggae Billboard Charts and multiple singles became commercial successes on Hawaii and AAA national radio. Over the past five years of her rising stardom, Anuhea has shared the stage with artists including Bruno Mars, Babyface, Al Green, Jack Johnson, Ziggy Marley, Taj Mahal and Hoobastank.
A self-taught guitarist and songwriter, Anuhea began showcasing her talents while boarding at Kamehameha Schools Kapalama campus in Honolulu. Anuhea explains, “Once I got the basic idea of guitar I then started writing my own songs.” This Maui songbird aspires to be a part of a new generation, melding the melodic traditions of her island upbringing with modern beats and influences. Her Aunt Nalani is a founding member of the most popular female group in the history of Hawaiian music, Na Leo Pilimehana. Anuhea’s grandfather was a popular country guitarist.
Tickets are $66, $46, $36 and $20 and available at kahilutheatre.org, by calling 885-6868 or at the Kahilu Theatre Box.