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We had a photo session with Roger Steffens today to create the poster.

An intimate shoot inside the archives, surrounded by decades of history, stories, and music. Not everyone is visible in the photos, but it was very much a collective moment.

Special crew on the day: Ronnie Monahan, Pedro Colo, Erik Crown, Paul Madelenat, and Tshombe Sampson.

Special Thanks to Marty Dread. Sorry for interrupting your meeting with Roger and Mary to make this happen. Much Respect!

Aloha Friday virtual concert series with John Cruz

On Sept. 25,Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF) sets sail with Grammy award-winning musician John Cruz in partnership with sponsor PacWhale Eco-Adventures, the nonprofit’s social enterprise, for another installment of PWF’s popular Aloha Friday — the virtual concert cruise series that’s helping raise funds for the nonprofit’s vital ocean conservation work.

From 2:30 to 4pm, Cruz will delight fans…

Mana’o Radio Full Moon Reggae Party at Mulligan’s on the Blue in Wailea

Mana’o Radio’s Full Moon Reggae Party will be at Mulligan’s on the Blue in Wailea on Friday, September 13th. Maui’s favorite radio station will be presenting a skankin’ good time with Marty Dread at the helm. Proceeds will benefit Mana’o Radio, and the show will be opened by singer and songwriter SEDA. $20. 7:30pm. Mulligan’s on the Blue, (100 Kaukahi St., Wailea); manaoradio.com

photo courtesy…

World Oceans Day Events with Pacific Whale Foundation

Check out World Oceans Day Events with Pacific Whale Foundationon Saturday, June 8th. They’re hosting a slew of events for the community to support and enjoy including hula lessons, the “Pledgies & Selfies Wall,” “Chef Diver presentation,” face painting, interactive demos and exhibits, coconut weaving, treasure hunts, and more. There’ll also be live music with Na Wai Eha, Marty Dread, and Maui…

Black Uhuru at Maui Arts and Cultural Center

Black Uhuru will be at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Sunday, Oct. 22. They’ll be on Maui sharing cool reggae vibes and celebrating the Valley Isle’s version of their “Skankin’ on da’ Rock” Jammin’ Roots Reggae Festival Hawaii Tour. This is sure to be a treat for Maui’s reggae lovers. Also on stage will be Star Onesty, Jordon T. Gates and Marty Dread. Gates open at 5pm. $35-55. 6pm. Maui…

CHALA Album Release Party at Casanova in Makawao

The CHALA album release party will take place at Casanova on Friday, June 23. You’ll hear tunes from CHALA’s newest album By Your Side. The night will be a full-on party with special guests Valley of the Kings, Stephen Bradley, David Electric, The Grouch, Marty Dread and Ekolu Kalama. Presented by Q103. 21+. $10. 9pm. Casanova Italian Restaurant and Deli, (1188 Makawao Ave.); 808-572-0220; Casan…

Maui Theatre hosts Tribute to Legends of Reggae

The Tribute To Legends of Reggae tour will stop at the Maui Theatre this Saturday, Oct 1. It promises to be a great show. The concert will feature Grammy-winning Sly and Robbie and the Taxi Gang. Also on the bill is Marty Dread, Maui’s own Reggae ambassador. $40. 8pm. Maui Theatre, (878 Front St., Lahaina); 808-856-7900; Mauitheatre.com

Photo courtesy of Facebook/MauiTheatreLahaina

Reggae Royalty Sly and Robbie and the Taxi Gang Coming to Maui Theatre Maui Time Ticket Contest

It’s not every day we get reggae royalty like Sly & Robbie and the Taxi Gang coming to do a show. These guys are pure legends in the business, together they have produced more than 50,000 songs. Drummer Sly Dunbar and bassist Robbie Shakespeare hooked up in the 70’s, establishing themselves as the rhythm team for breakout (then) reggae albums like The Right Time(1976) by The Mighty Diamonds. Sly…