CRE8 Magazine | Issue No. 8 by Unique Art Hawaii Inc

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Kyle Nicolaides

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Marty Dread

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Nara Boone

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Gibran Vicente

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Shea

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James Coles

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contents 6 Our Mission 7 Letter from the Editor 9 Contributors 14 Kyle Nicolaides 18 Music & Dance: The DJ 20 Marty Dread 24 Nara Boone 28 Music & Dance: Tribal 30 Gibran Vicente 34 Shea 38 Music & Dance: Performance 40 Aaron Fulton 46 Tattoo: James Coles 52 Things We Love 58 The Late Night Sandwich 62 Music & Dance: Dancing 64 Manutea Nui E 78 Beauty: Get That Glow!

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CRE8 Magazine is a quarterly online publication highlighting individuals, artists and businesses that embody the spirit of creativity, ingenuity and passion!

WE HOPE TO INSPIRE AND MOTIVATE OUR READERS TO CREATE.

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From the Editor... Welcome to this special issue of CRE8 Magazine, dedicated to MUSIC!

Music holds a very special place in my heart, having fallen in love with the likes of The Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, and The Police at a very young age (am I dating myself here?) and having been a singer in a local Maui metal band later on in life (I partied with Metallica once - no, really!!). Music has always played a major role in my life and has brought me so much happiness. It can strike emotions within our souls, instantly set a mood, and resonate thoughts and feelings with a depth and clarity unlike any other experience in the world. We’ve got a lot going on in this issue; Larissa’s interesting piece on Music Therapy, some revealing Q&A sessions with different musicians, along with a feature on tattoo artist James Coles, we have some rockin’ beauty tips by Lani, and tribal photos from Amity, along with “Things We Love” and a couple awesome sandwich recipies! Enjoy our MUSIC issue!!

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INSPIRE

Music

Therapy By Larissa Treese

Music can be found in many different situations within our daily lives; it can be heard at parties and other social gatherings, enjoyed while taking a long drive, sometimes used to help us fall asleep or stay awake, depending on the rhythm. Music has also been used as a form of therapy for centuries, as referenced in the writings of Aristotle and Plato. Religious groups around the world have long used music for worship or for warding off evils. Native American medicine men often engaged in sacred chants and dances to aid in the healing of the sick. Aesculapius, a Greek god, was said to have cured diseases of the mind by using song and music. Considering the long history of using music as therapy, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wonder that it took until 1944 for the first music therapy degree program to be established in the United States, which was founded at Michigan State University. The 20th century use of this modern methodology was initially developed after World Wars I and II, when community musicians visited hospitals around the country and played for those with physical and emotional trauma. The responses noted by the doctors and nurses led to the hiring of musicians by the hospitals, which then progressed to the development of a more structured program. In 1998, the American Music Therapy Association was founded, continuing the needed research, implementation and increase in the use of music therapy! Music therapy is used as an aid for many different health concerns, from stress relief to mental, emotional and behavioral problems. It has been shown to help treat depression and anxiety, and has been helpful with elderly patients in dealing with memory loss and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. It has also been a huge success with developmentally handicapped persons. The beneficial qualities of music - melody, harmony and rhythm, can be helpful while learning new tasks involving language, communication and motor development skills. Music is a powerful tool, eliciting emotions, affecting the heart rate and breathing, and promoting the release of endorphins, the natural pain and stress fighters created within our bodies. Schools have played classical music before students take tests, following studies indicating that music stimulates the mind and helps to produce higher scores. While the average person uses music as an addition to their current surroundings, others use it as therapy without even knowing. The next time you turn on your favorite song and get lost in the words and the beat, finding yourself singing along or swaying, think of it as a form of therapy; allowing your mind to go to another level for a moment and taking a break from everyday stress. Music has been a powerful and valuable source of natural healing for centuries!

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BEWARE OF DARKNESS

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Santa Barbara, California

I write the songs, sing, and play guitar and keys. Tony Cupito plays drums, and Daniel Curcio plays bass.

I remember being very young, around 6 or 7, and one specific night driving in the back of my mom's beat up Mercedes, looking up into the night sky, seeing the stars, the moon, the vastness of the universe, and having this epiphany moment that I need to do something special with my life. Something different. It was a calling. Music and song writing was the best way to do that. It wasn't long after that my best friend started taking piano lessons, and I followed suit. Music and singing had been a part of my life since I was young, but it was that peculiar epiphany moment that put everything into focus.

Just being alive is enough to inspire anyone. Thinking about being dead one day is pretty inspiring too.

Music and art are communication. You are a servant to humanity. The role is to give back. Art is just one human describing some kind of idea, thought or experience. It's then put into a medium, and then put out into the world, and after that you have absolutely no idea what kind of reach it's going to have. ----------------------

When I’m not thinking about feeling inspired and just act. It's non-action.

I played tuba for 3 years.

We just got off the road for a year and a half, and went around the world.

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KYLE NICOLAIDES Starting in Santa Barbara, this young indie rock band has 3 members and consists of big sounds and deep lyrics. Traveling all over the world, participating in radio festivals and opening for bands we’ve been listening to for many years, they’ve made a big name for themselves in the few years they’ve been together. Their unique and unconventional sound involves Kyle Nicolaides as singer/songwriter/guitar/keys, Tony Cupito on the drums and Daniel Curcio who plays the bass. For more information on their band, tour dates and videos, please visit

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MUSIC and DANCE

THE DJ DJs first started with the need to select and keep music going, song after song. They then started to blend and mix, transforming music into another level of rhythmic dimension. Today, there are many different styles of electronic music and it is constantly evolving.

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I was born in the Bronx, New York, and moved to Maui when I was 8.

Around the age of 13 I used to peek thru the window of a rehearsal spot for a band called Venus that practiced in my neighborhood in Haiku . I was so fascinated by the guys playing their instruments and singing. I watched secretly for months then they finally saw me one night and invited me in. The singer asked me if I could sing. I couldn’t really but I knew all their songs from my spying. I sang one song with the band that night and the rest is history.

Nature. I am so smitten by Maui and the abundance of nature here. I love the fact that you can dip down into a valley and not see another person all day. My writing comes from what I see and hear around me, but world events inspire my writing as well.

Music means healing. It has the power to transform. A song can change your whole day, or even your whole life. It is the most powerful art form in my opinion, and so it is also a responsibility. My life was changed by one song in the summer of 1987. I was in Russia and was in a full auditorium of Soviet students whom were afraid to be friends with us Americans because they were taught that we were their “enemy”. I played “Twist and Shout” by the Beatles, and all the kids started dancing and singing and suddenly wanted to be our friends. That one song overcame all language barriers, and political ideologies, and suddenly we were not “Soviets” and “Americans” anymore, but rather just “ kids “ enjoying a good song. That was the defining moment in my life that I knew I would forever be a musician.

While I am driving. Most of my songs come to me while I am driving and I just start singing, then I write down my ideas when I get home. Unfortunatly I write them on random pieces of paper which I often misplace, but I usually retain the gist of it.

The only instrument I ever play is guitar, but I wouldn’t call myself a guitar player. Mostly I compose songs on it. I leave the playing to the pros. I am a singer more than a player. I like to sing most styles of music. People have me pigeon holed as a “Reggae singer” but I also sing rock, blues, country and R&B. I was in a band a few years ago called Harmonic Tribe and we put out a record of rock and blues types stuff called “The Awakening”. It’s pretty good, you can find it on iTunes. I just completed my 17th record called “Upcountry Boy” which is all classic country songs done with an island twist. It’s really fun blending genres. I think thats what I like the most about music, the freedom to experiment with different styles.

My first “real “ performance was at “Brown Bags to Stardom” which was a talent contest between all the schools when I was in high school. I was a junior, so that would have been 1986.

Ice cream! But I can’t do dairy so much because as a singer, dairy is my enemy. I have tried all the non-dairy ice creams, but most of them suck. However, I discovered Coconut Bliss ice cream recently, and I am hooked. MARTY DREAD Marty Dread is known all over Maui for his laid back style and reggae music. 20 years and 17 albums accomplished, you can find him playing on sunset cruises and at many events throughout the island. Although playing an abundance of reggae, he also enjoys singing rock, blues, country and R&B and has been blessed with being able to travel all over the world to perform. You can learn more about him and hear samples of what he’s created at:

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I was born in San Francisco but my family came to Maui on vacation just before I turned five, and we never left.

I’d say around three years old. I was singing a song (while on the potty) that I’d learned in preschool. The lyrics and bending of the notes were so sad I moved myself to tears! Also, watching PBS around the same time, I saw a singer on the program and told my mom, “See that? That’s what I’m gonna do when I grow up!”

Anything that strikes a chord emotionally. Nature, kids, my mom and family. Stories shared by my parents about our ancestors are amazing tales of strength.

Everything. It’s communication, expresses emotion, and can free us from ourselves.

When I was 14. My older sister Chana and I went to a party and I got a ride home with some other kids. I was singing to Bob Marley in the back seat when the guy in front turned and said, “Have you ever wanted to be in a band? Hi, my name’s Marty.” So, at fourteen I started singing with Marty Dread in his band “Culture Shock.” We played every Tuesday night at The Artful Dodger, an eclectic coffee shop/deli/used book store.

I love inspiring others through performing. That said, I’d love to sing for an audience of thousands and have them leave with something for themselves...uplifted, inspired, recharged.

I love R&B, songs with great messages and really deep, sad love songs.

I have several projects in the works but building my client base of voice students is high on the list. So many people are insecure about singing. There’s a vulnerability because YOU are your instrument. I love guiding people towards the confidence to sing, to be ok with being vulnerable. I gig every Saturday night at the Ritz Carlton with my duo partner Scott Baird. Fleetwood’s on Front Street has us there a couple nights a month, and our band Crazy Fingers focuses mainly on weddings and conventions. I’m currently working on booking House Concerts with myself and either guitar or keyboard. Entertainment in an intimate setting where people can come together and get swept away in the music.

Red wine! Oh, and salad sprinkled with yeast. There’s gotta be a balance...

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Ceremonial dances and rituals are believed to bring power and encouragement towards the production of food and for prevailing against the difficulties of life, marriage and death. Each dance has a unique movement and meaning, and with the primary use of drums it is believed that their music will attract the attention of their creator and the spirits of their forefathers.

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VICENTE I was born in Hilo, Hawaii.

Perhaps in high school, when I started a band with my close friends. It was a labor of love in our drummer’s sauna of a garage. We just loved making music, or some would say, lots of noise. Those were great times that really got the creative juices flowing. Then when you get that audience appreciation, having people come to you after a gig stroking your ego... it makes you think, “Wow, maybe I am cut out for this type of thing” Don’t think there was an “a-ha” moment where I realized I was a musician... it’s more like cumulative experience that sets you on a life path. But once I found my niche in the music and realized my capabilities as a singer, there was no turning back.

I’ve been a serious singer since those days back in high school. Since then, I’ve picked up guitar, which I’m somewhat proficient at. I do dabble with other instruments in the studio: bass, drums/ percussion, and keyboards.

I love playing all styles of music really. “Can I play them all good?” is the bigger question. Blues, funk, and jazz would have to be my sweet spots.

Everything really, it’s a life long love, devotion, and mystery. The ecstasy you get from music... it’s really difficult to compare that to anything.

Apart from listening to musicians who have mastered their craft, simply human emotion. When you can get into a song and really channel that true emotion, that’s what inspires me and in turn others, that’s what it’s all about.

As a singer and song writer, for me it’s trying to find my uniqueness, my own voice. Distilling it and being able to convey that, sharing with others. Trying to add to the richness and diversity of humanity and music as an art form. Creating beauty.

Currently I’m doing my solo jazz vocal thing. Lots of fun, just me with with my guitar, exploring the great songs which have become “standards”. Think Billie Holiday and Sinatra... that kind of stuff. Doing this music in a solo setting is very fulfilling. There are so many nuances and subtitles in this music, getting to know these songs will be a life long journey... and thats jazz! I also perform with a genius of a piano player, Toby Couture. Working with him in a duo is great when we have the opportunity. I love it when I can put down my guitar, close my eyes and just get into my vocals. Right now I’m happy to have a regular solo gig to showcase my voice and these tunes at Cafe Des Amis in Paia, every Friday 6:30 to 8:30pm. On another note (literally), I’m involved in a project with drummer Indio Kualli, and keyboardist Ryan Duffy. Yet to be named, right now it’s called “RIG” (acronym for Ryan, Indio, Gibran). This is a very exciting project for me, featuring just original material. I guess you could say the vibe is a bit experimental, with it’s roots in blues, funk, and jazz. We’ve been assembling and rehearsing material for several months... now we’re on the precipice of recording and playing some live shows. Keep your ears open, this will be something fresh and different, especially for Maui.

Yeah, as a musician, you usually get home around 2 or 3am with a crazy appetite. I’m trying to move into the fruitivore realms for those after hours munchies. When I lived on the Mainland there was so many great late night places to grab a bite... good luck on Maui! For the past couple of years I’ve been on this salmon sandwich kick. Hit up 24-hr Foodland or Safeway for a baguette, smoked salmon, avocado, onion and cilantro, then speed home to pair it up with olive oil, balsamic, and dijon. It’s somewhat of an involved process for so late, but way better than anything you’ll get at Jack in the Crack.

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Shea PHOTOS BY: DAVID RANDALL

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Shea Cisco, Texas.

When I was 6 years old and I sang “Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston. My first audience was always my family. My 20 year old cousin encouraged me by telling me to close my eyes and sing with feeling.

In high school I sang the national anthem for the football and basketball games. I also would do weddings. I got my start on Maui four years ago by joining FreeRadicals Projekt.

Being free. Sharing. A universal language. Expression. Connection. Life without music would be a mistake.

Seeing concerts and live music. Checking out new and upcoming artists. It’s so inspiring to see artists that are classically trained and that play multiple instruments. -----------------------

Funk, rock and roll, jazz and folk.

It’s my dream to go to Europe and travel the world. I would like to go to different countries and sing on the street corners. I would love to share my gift in that way. It would be scary, exposing and amazing.

I’m currently working on a project called Women Who Rock, an expose I’m hoping will come out this year featuring amazing women. My band is called Shea Butter and The Cream and we do local gigs and are hoping to tour one day. I also have a cover band called Shea Derrick and Full Flavor. We focus on conventions and weddings. I love staying connected to inspiring, working full-time musicians. I’m also a student and I teach voice lessons. I’m always and forever learning from my students and furthering my own knowledge. I love to give back and inspire kids, especially the junior high age. I like to be there for them and guide them in the right life direction.

I’d have to say salty chips and dips.

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PERFORMANCE Being on the stage, feeling the energy from the audience, relishing in the brief, spontaneous relationship between the performer and the crowd. It brings people together.

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Aaron

Fulton PHOTO BY: JESSICA PEARL

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Aaron

Fulton

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

I realized I was a musician when I was 6 years old. My music teacher, Mrs. Diane Gilbert, would always catch me banging my pencils on the desks. She sat me in front of a white six-piece Pearl drum set and said, “Let’s see what you can do.” I began to play the drums to Mrs. Gilbert’s organ playing. It was amazing. I felt every hit. I felt the pop of the snare. I felt the thump of the bass drum. It was so beautiful and at that moment I knew that music was my passion.

That’s a tricky question because I believe I was getting started when I didn’t even have the vision. All I knew is that I wanted to play the drums. I had no clue how it would happen. I would probably say I got started when Brian Moore told me he was going to play for the Whitehead Brothers. I remember catching the subway with him to Uncle Terrance’s job downtown. Just to see how passionate he was about playing for awesome groups began to open my eyes. I realized I wanted to be a full time drummer while walking with him from Olney bus station. I guess it’s safe to say I got started when I realized I wanted to be a professional drummer.

Music means everything to me. I can’t operate without it. I can’t function without it. My life has no peace without it. It’s a solution for every problem one may encounter in life. MUSIC IS LIFE TO ME.

I’m inspired by many things. I guess what really inspires me is seeing how many people have made it through hard times. We all have encountered obstacles that have made us question our purpose in this world. Some things may have destroyed a person but it’s awesome watching someone pick themselves up. They find that rhythm and move forward. That’s music. That’s the song you can’t get out of your head when your’re thinking about what to do next. I’m inspired by overcomers. Folks that stepped outside the box and off the familiar path just to take a chance with their goals again.

I love all styles of music, but most of all jazz fusion, John Coltrane, Miles Davis. My favorite drummers are Buddy Rich, Max Roach, and Brian Moore.

I have many goals which change often, due to me being blessed to be in positions to reach them. One of my ultimate goals would be to get a Grammy for a song that I wrote. I want the world to hear my music. I want my music to touch the souls and hearts of people that are struggling with illness. My goal is that my music heals the hearts and minds of everyone that hears it.

Currently I’m working on the musical arrangement for my first song called THE FIGHT. It’s directed to anyone that is fighting cancer or has gone through the fight with cancer. It’s also for families, friends and loved ones that are the support system. Those friends that don’t know what to say while they sit and watch this horrible disease. It’s directed toward anyone that is going through any illness and for those family members that are supportive as well. I’m also part of a production called Burning Love. I’m the drummer for this awesome journey of the life of Elvis Presley. It showcases Elvis’s top songs which are performed by Darren Lee. I watched this show rise up to be the #1 activity to do on Maui. I play with a great group of talented musicians. Dayan Kai on keys, Steve Nortan on guitar, Dave Graber on bass, and Felicity is the vocalist. This team is phenomenal and they are all accomplished musicians.

My favorite late night munchie would probably be salt and pepper potato chips.

AARON FULTON You can contact Aaron at aaronfultonmusic808@gmail.com 808.778.1626 AaronFultonMusic.com -----------------------

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JAMES COLES Paia Tattoo Parlor Maui, Hawaii

Watching someone doing something that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re passionate about (and brilliant at) is a rare treat. By Larissa Treese

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As a busy tattoo artist working on Maui for over ten years, James Coles has been leaving his mark on both local clients and visitors from all over the world. Gathering inspiration from a broad range of artists, from N. C. Wyeth to Calvin and Hobbes, while also appreciating traditional styles, this humble artist who currently works at Paia Tattoo Parlor on Mauiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s north shore has no formal training, but has always posessed an artistic eye and a passion for individualism. As beautiful as his own work is, James prefers to display the artwork of friends or other artists on the walls of his own home. He is always looking for inspiration and new ideas, while also embracing different artistic concepts and techniques. Like a true artist, James is continually pushing his artwork to new heights.

Besides painting and tattooing, James also enjoys spearfishing, shore fishing, surfing, recycling and just enjoying the beauty of his surroundings on a daily basis. You can contact James at: jamescolesart@hotmail.com Facebook/Instagram: JamesColesArt Paia Tattoo Parlor 120 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779 808.579.8515

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AWESOME ART

Linda Vachon http://www.redbubble.com/people/les-brumes

THINGS WE

LOVE CUTENESS

Baby Turtles http://www.mauioceancenter.com

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COOL LITTLE GIFTS

Fun Stickers! http://www.jenniferjstephens.com

BECAUSE WE CAN’T GET ENOUGH

Cool Packaging http://theultralinx.com/2013/08/cool-packaging-examples.html

RAD CHICKS & MAKEUP

Pixiwoo http://www.pixiwoo.com

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More Cool

Packaging http://theultralinx.com/2013/08/cool-packaging-examples.html

THINGS WE

LOVE JULIANAN BOLLINI

Papier Mâché Dolls https://www.flickr.com/photos/julianabollini/

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PAPER FETISH

Beautiful Invitations http://www.myladydye.com

INSPIRATION

Apartment Therapy http://www.apartmenttherapy.com

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BACK!

The Walking Dead

http://www.amctv.com/shows/the-walking-dead

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BIRDS OF A

FEATHER A NEW COLLAGE COLLECTION BY

Jennifer J Stephens

JenniferJStephens.com

The Late Night

SANDWICH By Larissa Treese

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Melting Caprese 2 tsp. olive oil 2 slices fresh mozzarella 2 slices tomatoes 2 large leaves of basil 2 slices sourdough bread Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place mozzarella, tomato and basil between bread and add to skillet. Press sandwich with a spatula or plate and cook, adding more oil if needed. Heat on one side until golden brown and cheese is melted, then turn and heat other side, around 6-8 minutes total.

Ham and Egg Sandwich Previously fry an egg in 1 tsp. butter, sprinkle with salt and pepper and set aside 2 tsp. olive oil Several slices of ham (can also replace with prosciutto) 2 slices of cheese, either Pepper Jack, Swiss or Gruyere 2 slices of wheat bread Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the previously fried egg, ham and cheese between the bread and add to skillet. Press sandwich with a spatula or plate and cook, adding more oil if needed. Heat on one side until golden brown and cheese is melted, then turn and heat other side, around 6-8 minutes total.

Fried Tomato Hoagie 1 cup flour 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup bread crumbs 4 tbsp. butter 12 slices ripe tomato 2 12â&#x20AC;?-long crusty Italian rolls halved crosswise

2 cups shredded provolone 1 17oz jar roasted red peppers, drained 12 roasted long hot peppers 2 tsp. dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cup mayonnaise

Place flour, eggs, and bread crumbs into 3 separate shallow bowls; season each with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp. butter in a 10â&#x20AC;? skillet over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, coat 3 tomato slices with flour, dip in eggs, then dredge in bread crumbs. Add to skillet and cook, turning once, until browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack set over paper towels to drain. Repeat until all tomatoes are fried. Split each hoagie in half and place 3 fried tomato slices on the bottom. Cover evenly with 1/2 cup provolone, 1/2 cup red peppers, and 3 long peppers. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. oregano and season with salt and pepper. Spread 2 tbsp. mayonnaise on top buns and place on top of sandwich. You can also open face toast this sandwich to help melt the cheese. These are also great breakfast sandwiches for those of you who need something greasy when waking up to help you get your day started! ----------------------

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DANCING “And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” ― -Friedrich Nietzsche

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Manutea Nui E The Growth of the White Bird

Photography by Amity Mason

About Us Manutea Nui E is a one-stop Polynesian Shop. Specializing in handmade costumes and entertainment. Offering a wide variety of entertainment styles such as: • Kahu • Conch Shell Blowers • Kahili Bearers • Torch Bearers • Hula Dancers • Musicians • Canoe Escort • Chanters • Drummers • Fire Knife Dancers • Polynesian Private Lu’au

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Beginnings Manutea Nui E was founded by Joey Kehaunani Dang as a Polynesian costume shop in 2007 with two of her girlfriends Josi and Sierra. The production side of the business started in 2008 when Joey and her husband Kawika started getting bookings to do small hula shows. Over the years their 2-person show has turned into a full cast providing private Lu’au for weddings and events. “We truly are blessed to be able to call what we do work. Sharing our culture with our visitors and feeling the appreciation that they have for it, really puts a smile on our faces.”

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Hula A dance form accompanied by chant (oli) or song (mele). It was developed in the Hawaiian Islands by the Polynesians who originally settled there. The hula dramatizes or portrays the words of the oli or mele in a visual dance form.

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'ote'a The Ęťotea is a traditional dance from Tahiti characterized by a rapid hip-shaking motion to percussion accompaniment. The dancers, standing in several rows, may be further choreographed to execute different figures while maintaining the hip-shaking.

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Maori Ta Moko - Maori Tattooing was like a history of a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s achievements and represented their status in their tribe. It was like a resumĂŠ. It also served as a reminder to people about their responsibility in life. It was a huge honor for people to have Ta Moko.

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Getting ready to go out with the whole idea of “Dress to Impress” can really make the process time-consuming and stressful. From what I’ve found, Rule Number One is: BE COMFORTABLE! Whether you are cat-walking, on stage, or just getting out to see music or theater, it’s best to be comfortable, and in turn, you will be more confident!! Here are a few beauty tips for men or women that take just a few minutes! They will make your skin glow, radiating your beauty from the inside out!

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