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Join us at Ala Moana Center stage for the FREE Inaugural On the Rise CD Release Concert September 13! The Henry Kapono Foundation brings Hawai‘i’s music to life at Ala Moana Center with a full-day Center Stage takeover! Four dynamic, hour-long segments feature emcee Ax Kawakami, special duets with music icon Henry Kapono, live performances and Q&A with HKF On The Rise artists, and a high-energy collaborative finale. Shoppers will be treated to an unforgettable celebration of Hawai‘i’s music, featuring local talent, exclusive performances, and the debut of the new Henry Kapono Foundation On THe Rise Compilation CD—highlighting the islands’ cultural legacy and the next generation of Hawai‘i’s musicians. HKF Center Stage Takeover – Ala Moana Center Date: September 13 | Segments: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM As part of HKF Month, the Henry Kapono Foundation presents a full-day Center Stage takeover featuring Hawai‘i’s rising and legendary musical talent. Each one-hour segment will be emceed by Ax Kawakami, include a special performance bym Henry Kapono and feature: HKF On the Rise Artists: 🎵Anthony Pfluke 🎵Dominic Carlos 🎵Duva 🎵Jacob Staron 🎵Jenny Yim 🎵J Lyn 🎵Kosuke 🎵Lovejack 🎵Ninamarie Bell 🎵Rebecca James 🎵Rickey Kamai 🎵Ryan Perez 🎵Nick La'a From contemporary island grooves to heartfelt singer-songwriter ballads and innovative fusions, each original track represents the unique voice of an artist carving their path in today’s music scene. Produced by the Henry Kapono Foundation, this release is more than just an album, it’s a collective representation of emerging talent and a milestone in perpetuating live music in Hawai‘i.