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Nate Kanae
- Honolulu, HI
- Hawaiian Entertainment
- Travels up to 300 miles
- $250.00 per hour.
Overview
I provide Traditional Hawaiian Music (Lyrics in the Hawaiian Language) Contemporary Hawaiian Music (Lyrics in English) and island favorites of the past and present. "I perform as a "Solo" Artist." No other band members or dancers. If your event require more than one entertainer w/ "Hula," I can provide that. It will be an added expense. I also provide dinner and cocktail music that is a variety of covered songs other than Hawaiian. Country Western, Jazz, Blues, Latin, Light Rock, Reggae, Ballads, Etc.
14 Reviews
Nate was a fantastic addition to our wedding welcome party. He set a relaxing and fun vibe, and our guests really enjoyed it. We’re so glad we had them there to make the evening special.
Hawaiian Entertainment, Beach Music
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Madisen & Gabe. I really appreciate the honor you've given me to perform at your cocktail party event. It was wonderful. Mahalo Nui Loa (Thank you very much). I hope the both of you, your family, and awesome friends have a great time in the islands. Be safe, God Bless you and Gabe on your new journey in life. Thank you for selecting me on GigSalads Website and for the much appreciated review that you posted. Malama Pono (Take Care).
I booked uncle Nate with short notice and thankfully he was available and made time to come by even though he had other parties to do as well on that day. He was awesome and the music was beautiful,he really set the mood that night and we are forever grateful to have been blessed with his beautiful music along side his lovely wife. Mahalo NUI!
Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Fallon. We had a wonderful time with your DeMello 'Ohana and Happy Birthday Girl Rosalind Demello. She looked awesome for her age. I wish she came up earlier to sing songs with me. Thank you for finding me on GigSalad. Mahalo for the review too.
Mahalo nui loa Nate and to your wonderful wife for bringing aloha and sunshine to the long and wonderful life of my father Domingo Rodrigues. We will see you again on this road of life. To remind us of the sweet meles you shared during his celebration of life and the pāʻina, you are on my volunteer radio show's playlist. Island Style has joined you in spreading the aloha from Hawai'i nei to Alaska and all over this beautiful earth that God has given to us. me ke aloha pumehana from the Kaleopa'a ohana
Ukulele Player, Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Barbara. I deeply appreciate your review of my performance, and grateful for the opportunity given me by you and the 'Ohana to honor the Celebration of Life of Mr Domingo Rodrigues. You being here in the islands from a far off place for the event was gratefully appreciated by the friends and family who attended. Other 'Ohana and friends who did not/could not attend were spiritually present. Mahalo Nui Loa e Ke Aku Pu. (Can you email me the address where I can send my cd's to. We can't find the business card that was given to us with the address. My email is nkanae@ymail.com, Mahalo)
Nate was amazing. Incredibly nice and very accommodating. Played the music we requested as well as a nice selection of Hawaiian music. He has a wonderful voice. I would strongly recommend Nate for any venue.
Ukulele Player
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Allen. It was such a pleasure to perform at your very beautiful and private home. Though the wedding plans changed due to mother natures timing and raining down blessings, it was wonderful. My wife and I enjoyed that beginning of our day and it was the start of a superb Easter. I deeply appreciate your comment and for finding me on GigSalad. "Mahalo Nui Loa." (Thank you very much)
Nate Kanae was the best, ever. Our event was the 60th class reunion for Kailua Highschool Class of 1962. Nate was fabulous. He arrived an hour early and after saying his greetings and aloha he went right to work setting up his equipment. We had a sound system but Nate preferred using his own. And thank goodness he did as his system was far more capable to carry his sound. Nate promptly started on time and I might add that he changed to match the occasion. His music that he chose to sing was varied and spot on!! His repertoire was quite extensive and crowd-pleasing. He entertained us with beautiful Hawaiian music, contemporary music and varied other genres. He was fabulous and such a crowd-pleaser. He also helped our occasion by continually explaining to our guests where the different activities were happening and he kept everyone “tuned in” and entertained.
If you have an event, please hire Nate Kanae. YOU WILL BE SO HAPPY THAT YOU DID.
mahalo and aloha…Ranette Robinson 🌸
Ukulele Player, Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Ranette. I had a great time at your class reunion. Your classmates were so enjoyable to perform for. I wanted to carry on through the rest of the night until the end. Hahahaha! Some of the members wanted to perform and do their thing so I felt I needed vacate a little early. I would've asked those who wanted to sing, dance, or play an instrument to join me up on stage and was about to do that but uncle Karaoke kept playing with things on stage. Anyway, it was the best class reunion I've performed for, and I'm so thankful you let me me a part of it. Mahalo Nui Loa, Aloha A Hui Hou!
Nate is such a terrific and professional musician/ entertainer. We had him perform at our backyard Aloha party and his music and singing was the highlight of everyone’e evening! He truly brings the Aloha Spirit with him and it created such a warm and intimate setting for our guests! Six stars!
Ukulele Player
Response from Nate Kanae:
Mahalo Nui Loa (Thank you very much) Margie. My wife (My Roadie) Dannette and I had a great evening being at your event and I appreciate you finding me on "GigSalad." I truly had a great time performing for your wonderful guests at your beautiful home. Please feel free to find me and other performers on the GigSalad website. Aloha and safe travels to your new residence in Arizona. "Ke Akua Pu" (God Bless ). Aloha!
Nate was even better than I could have ever imagined! He was so easy to work with, showed up on time , and played at our party for the entire two hours plus some! He is an amazing musician, he really was a highlight of our luau. He brought his wife along and they are just the sweetest couple. I could not recommend him enough. Definitely consider Nate at your next event!
Ukulele Player, Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Brittannee. It was more than a pleasure performing at your event. My wife and I enjoyed ourselves, and it was one of the best we've been to. You and Matt are wonderful people and so was everyone else. Mahalo for finding me on GigSalad. Have a safe and happy life. Mahalo
Photos from this event
Nate did an outstanding job of entertaining our guests. He showed up early and stayed late. His music was perfect for our Luau party.
Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Mahalo Scott. I really enjoyed performing at your beautiful home and your guests were awesome. Aloha a hui hou!!
Nate's beautiful voice is mellow and smooth; there isn't a song he doesn't know! We had him entertain at our family reunion and he was able to fulfill every single request from old Hawaiian songs, to Elvis, to Japanese. He really did make our evening extra special. I know we'll be asking for him again!
Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha e Marilyn. I'm so grateful for you and your Ohana having me entertain at the reunion party. My wife Dani and I enjoyed our evening with all of you. The ambience at the Clubhouse with the combination of delicious food and friendship was so generously shared. We sincerely appreciate it. I'll be glad to perform again anytime for the Ohana. Thank you for the review, and finding me on GigSalad. Mahalo Nui Loa, A Hui Hou!!
Photos from this event
Nate is the real deal. His performance and presence took our party to the perfect place. He set a wonderful mood and provided just the right ambience. On top of that he's got heart beyond words. An amazing day wouldn't have been so amazing without Nate.
Ukulele Player
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Bryan. Thank you very much for having perform a friends party. Also for your help. I and my wife are so grateful for having us. Your wife and awesome friends were just soooo wonderful it was comforting and ejoyable day. Thank you so much.
Great talented entertainer--played at a small reunion--sings, nice voice--even better than the YouTube clip-- and plays guitar and uke.. It was so nice. Like a trip to the islands. Performs authentic Hawaiian and a variety of other music. Seriously, Nate is the real thing. Also socializes extremely well with the group in a gracious friendly island way which adds to the party and makes people comfortable His wife Danny was also in attendance. Sort of a Sonny and Cher thing going--he is having fun and she is tell him he had better play more songs, They are great company. The guests thought he was awesome. Authentic Hawaiian charm and more. Highly recommend this act.
Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Keith! Mahalo for rating on GigSalad. I really appreciate it. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed your classmates who is the best. Good feeling when performing for good people. Thank you very much. Aloha, Nate & Dani.
We were lucky enough to enjoy an evening with Nate at our home. He is very talented, he a wide repertoire, and is a very nice person to be around. He worked hard all evening and was very gracious to my guests. I would highly recommend him.
Ukulele Player, Hawaiian Entertainment
Response from Nate Kanae:
Aloha Dave. My sincere appreciation for you comment on Gig Salad. My wife and I really loved your home and it's location, amazing. We would like another visit there sometime. Your hospitality and that of your guest was comforting to us and I'm glad you found and hired me. Let me know if you need my services again. Please let Jane and your wonderful grandson Ethan know it was a pleasure to meet and spend time with all of you. We hope your daughter and new grandson is well and in good health too. Mahalo Nui Loa, Nate & Dani Kanae
Nate sang at my daughter's Luau wedding and the attendees want him to sing throughout the whole event. He nailed "over the rainbow" when the wedding party was coming back down the isle, and sang "Cinderella " from Steven Curtis Chapman during the daddy-daughter dance. Best descision I made concerning the wedding. He even sang for hula dancers on the fly, no rehearsal. Everyone loved him!!!!!! He does charge enough for his skills.
Ukulele Player, Hawaiian Entertainment
Nate's musical performance brought a wonderful and classy touch to the memorial remembrance of my Aunty. His masterful artistry of Hawaiian music and kind persona was the highlight of our celebration. We will have a one-year anniversary next year and will definitely ask Nate and his lovely wife to come again. Our entire family agrees, Nate is both a beautiful person and a beautiful spirit making beautiful music.
Mahalo nui loa.
Ukulele Player, Guitarist
Response from Nate Kanae:
I would like to thank the family of Mabel Ignacio for having me perform for such a wonderful and loving family. True Ohana Nui. My wife and I truly enjoyed being with them and the loving kindness they shared with us. Mahalo Nui Loa, Meke Aloha Pumehana. Aloha A Hui Hou, Ke Akua Pu........Nate & Dani
Booking Info
Price Range: $250.00 per hour.
Gig Length: 120 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Unions: AFM
What to Expect
I'm a Solo Musician/Entertainer. You will hear me sing and play traditional/modern/contemporary Hawaiian Music. The instruments I play are the Ukulele and Guitar. If Hawaiian music is what you need for your occasion then I have it for you.
About
I live in Honolulu Oahu, Hawaii. I've played music since I was a child. I started playing professionally in 1965. In 1967 traveled to Cranston Rhode Island for a Polynesian Show. The Military Service stopped my music career temporarily. After my discharge from service I continued to play professionally in Waikiki on the island of Oahu Hawaii. I performed professionally with Musicians's that played Jazz, Rock, Country, Blues, Oldies, Disco, and Hawaiian. I was also a Union member of local 677 Musician's Association of Hawaii. An affiliate of the American Federation of Musician's & Songwriter's Union. I retired from it in 2005. I did shows in Santa Cruz, Napa, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Crescent City, Portland Oregon, Seattle, Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, and Reno Nevada. I'm willing to play anywhere if the Per Diem ($$) is right.
Additional Booking Notes
I prefer the event provide sound, lighting if needed, staging area for performance. If I provide the sound equipment it'll be at an extra cost and included in the pricing.
Services Offered
Set List
1. Traditional Hawaiian in the Hawaiian Language
2. Contemporary Hawaiian (Hawaiian/English)
3. Mix Music (English, Spanish, Japanese, Hawaiian, Oldies).
Influences & Inspiration
My parents were my greatest influence in the field of music and entertainment. My mother was a wonderful vocalist and my dad also. My dad played the Guitar, Ukulele, and Steel Guitar. Both did radio shows in their younger days and public performances. Two of my older brothers were musician's and one played professionally in Honolulu Hawaii but never performed abroad as I did.
Setup Requirements
Microphone, Mic Stand, Good Sound System, Stage