Release Date: 2023/12/19
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[Nominated for the 2024 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, often referred to as the "Hawaiian Grammys"]
A sophisticated Hawaiian album with a relaxed, grown-up feel.
Keiko's warm, soothing vocals and ukulele blend beautifully with Ryokei's ukulele and guitalele, shaped by his love of jazz and bossa nova. With a simple acoustic setting, their musical chemistry and subtle interplay come through naturally, creating an intimate and inviting sound.
The album features a colorful selection of Hawaiian songs, a Japanese-language version of "Henehene Kou 'Aka," and "Nanea," an original song written together especially for this album.
Gentle and soothing, yet at times uplifting and playful, the album invites you into the world of "Nanea" - a Hawaiian word that evokes relaxation, ease, and the pleasure of simply enjoying the moment.
Keiko is one of Japans leading Hawaiian singers, beloved not only for her performances but also for her ukulele singing lessons and YouTube live shows. Ryoukei is a ukulele player known for his jazz and bossa nova style, and the director of RIKES UKE, a ukulele school based in Yokohama. Together, they began performing as Keiko & Ryoukei in 2019. Their first album, Nanea, was nominated for the 2024 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, often referred to as the Grammy Awards of Hawaii. Featuring Hawaiian songs carried by Ryoukei's jazz- and bossa nova-inspired ukulele rhythms and Keikos soothing voice, as well as original co-written works including the title track, the album delivers an exquisite Nanea sound - a musical experience of deep relaxation.