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Hawaiian Reggae Music
Music has long been a powerful form of expression, and the reggae genre is no exception. Reggae was born out of the desire to convey the need for a lifestyle of peaceful coexistence in a hostile and oppressive world. Over the years, reggae has evolved into a passionate musical genre which has developed into different styles such as ska, rocksteady, roots, dub, lovers rock, dancehall, ragga, and Hawaii's island reggae or Jawaiian. When most of us think of reggae music, we think of the island of Jamaica, but reggae made its way to the Hawaiian islands, where it has become one of the most popular musical genres. Modern Hawaiian artists mix reggae with pop, rock, soul, rhythm and blues, and even alternative genres. Today's Hawaiian reggae artists are constantly inspiring new musical trends. Some of the most popular Hawaiian reggae artists working today include groups like Norm, Justin, Ka'ala Boys, Butch Helemano and Kawika Regidor. If you want to get a feel for the sounds of island reggae, Neos Productions offers several compilation CDs that offer an excellent sampling of the best reggae music available today. The "Reggae in Paradise" series features songs from Hawaiian artists as well as reggae favorites from internationally known performers. There are also three different "Island Love Shack" compilation CDs available from Neos Productions. These compilations are perfect for those lazy days of summer, and just about any other time you feel the need for an irie vibe.
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