ʻiMi
Singer-Songwriter | Multi-instrumentalist | Rock, Reggae, Contemporary, Hawaiian, Jazz | Producer
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ʻiMi
ʻiMi, also known as Kaimi Hananoʻeau, is a Hawaiʻi-based multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer who discovered his passion for music at a young age and began performing professionally by his early teens. With nearly three decades of experience, he performs both as a solo artist and with a range of groups, contributing across recording, touring, and live production. A Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner, he brings a high level of musicianship and improvisation to every performance.
ʻiMi At A Glance
Based in: Kailua, Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi
Style: Reggae, Rock, Hawaiian, Contemporary, Jazz
Instruments: Vocals, guitar, bass, ʻukulele, drums/percussion, keyboard
Performs: solo, collaborations, and bands
Music: Performer, musician, producer, engineer
Highlights
Winner: Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award - Instrumental Album of the Year – He Aha Keia
Nominee: 14x Nā Hōkū Hanohano finalist across multiple projects
Toured nationally and internationally with Spawnbreezie
Shared the Stage with artists including Anuhea, Tenelle, Hoʻonua, and Peni Dean
Collaborated with Marion Meadows on “Only”
Founder/lead of band HiRiZ (Nā Hōkū finalist)
