Kuini is a studio album by Kalani Peʻa, released in 2024. This album marks the 5th studio album release for Peʻa. The album honors influential women in Peʻa's life and also includes a tribute to Lahaina Maui. The album also includes songs that honor lei makers of the island of Niihau. The album was recorded in Kula on the island of Maui.[1]

Kuini
Studio album by
ReleasedJuly 26, 2024
Recorded2024
StudioiVibe Productions Maui Hawaii
GenreHawaiian, folk, world
LabelPe'a Records & Entertainment
Kalani Peʻa chronology
Kau Ka Pe'a
(2021)
Kuini
(2024)

Awards

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Kuini was nominated for the 2025 Grammy Awards for Best Regional Roots Music Album. This nomination is Pe'a's fourth nomination in the same category.[2][3][4][5]

Track listing

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  1. Ululani Nui - 2:17
  2. Kuini (Kuʻu Lei Aloha) - 3:46
  3. Ka Ua Paʻūpili - 3:39
  4. Ka Naʻi Aupuni Feat. Jake Shimabukuro & Kamehameha Schools Maui Ensemble - 4:02
  5. Waimea Kamahaʻo - 3:43
  6. Hoʻonanea - 4:08
  7. Ka Wahine O Ka Lua - 2:42
  8. Malu Ulu Aʻo Lele - 4:03
  9. Mauna Kilohana - 2:38
  10. Tiare Maohi Medley - 3:10
  11. Kōkeʻe - 3:40

References

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  1. ^ "Honoring the matriarchs and matrilineal powers". mauinews.com. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
  2. ^ Entertainment News: Maui's own Kalani Pe'a nominated for 4th Grammy. 2024-11-08. Retrieved 2024-12-28 – via www.hawaiinewsnow.com.
  3. ^ "Kalani Pe'a earns his fourth Grammy nomination". mauinews.com. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
  4. ^ Berger, John (2024-11-10). "Kalani Pe'a earns 4th Grammy nom". Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
  5. ^ Atkinson, Katie (2024-11-08). "Grammy Nominations 2025: See the Complete List". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-12-28.
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