Island Reggae Music in the 702
 HaleAmanO - left- right: Kino, Rob, Iz, Ryan
HaleAmanO started with only two members back in 2005 as a back yard cover band in Las Vegas. The Island Reggae band always rocked the house making a good impression during performances. With a passion for music, band leader Ryan Fleming (a.k.a. Pochomon) had a greater expectation towards the group, which was to get out and spread the word of Reggae. By increasing the band size to 5 members and writing original material, he had what it took to reach his goal.
In April of 2007 HaleAmanO received their first big break at Vizzun Entertainment's Pure Aloha Spring Festival. They opened for artists Braddah Waltah, Jamin Chief Ragga, Ho'aikane, and Pati. The great exposure gave HaleAmanO the experience needed to perform in front of crowds numbering in the thousands.
Short lived, success ended as HaleAmanO hit a stage of turmoil losing three of its band members. Ryan knew in order to continue efforts towards his goal, he had to keep his head up, stay persistent, and move forward.
It was in September of 2007 when Ryan meet fellow band member Izrael Waahila, an inspired Hawaiian R&B singer that brought a different vibe to the group. Starting from scratch, Ryan, along with Iz, and bass palyer at the time Kiki Johnson performed at small gigs testing the bands new sound and capturing the hearts of their audience.
Receiving great feedback, Ryan knew it was time to transform the bands style and pursue a higher level. They found drummer Robert Rodriguez and new bass player Kino Boi forming the new and improved HaleAmanO. Possessing a mixed style composed of Island Music, Reggae, R&B, Roots and Rock HaleAmanO has found their calling.
Band Members
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Ryan Fleming (PochoMon) - Band Leader, vocals, all instruments:
Ryan was born and raised in Kaneohe on the island of Oahu. Music has been a huge part of his life ever since picking up an ukulele at the tender age of four. Background for music comes from both sides of his family. On his mom's side Ryan is a third generation musician expressing the love of being an entertainer. Ryan's Great Grandfather Akui was a great entertainer back in the 1930s and 1940s. His Uncle Robert Yuen entertained at Wamea Falls during the mid 1990s. Coming from his dad's side of the family Ryan is influenced by relative Kelly Boy Delima of Kapena. |
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Izrael Waahila (Iz) - vocals, ukulele, guitar:
Iz was born on the Island of Oahu, raised in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. Iz found music the young age of seven. His dad played ukulele and guitar for Iz so he could pick up on it. His mom was a vocalist who sang with her sisters for church gatherings and competitions. Iz has a deep passion for playing and performing R&B. |
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"Kino Boi" - vocals, bass, percussions:
Kino was born and raised in Southern California. Kino had played in bands throughout Los Angeles and the Southern California area. His musical background was playing rock music. He is certainly enjoying playing the new vibe of HaleAmanO. |
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Robert Rodriguez - drums, percussions:
Rob is also from Southern California and also came from a Rock background. Rob has known Kino since childhood and they have played music together ever since then. Rob started playing the drums at the age of 13 and found his musical passion watching, learning and playing with his brother. The HaleAmano drummer "just loves playing music" and is excited about the future of the band. |
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HaleAmanO plays regularly at venues around Las Vegas. They currently have a demo CD out for sale and will be releasing a full CD shortly.
30 second sample tracks:
- Jamaliciouz
- Island People
- Temptationz
- Paradise Island
For more information, contact, and to purchase the demo CD of HaleAmano please visit the websites below:
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