Willie K

Willie K was a musician from Hawaii. His repertoire included: traditional Hawaiian, "Jawaiian" (Hawaii-influenced reggae), rock, jazz, and even operatic arias. His string work included guitar, ukulele, mandolin, and possibly other string instruments. He also did his own arrangements for himself and for other Hawaii artists, especially Amy Hanaiali'i. Born: October 17, 1960 Died: May 18, 2020 YEAR: Winner of a Nā Hōkū Hanohano Lifetime Achievement Award under the auspices of the Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts.