"Only You" might be a classic pop ballad, but in the hands of Makana Music it becomes a kī hōʻalu masterpiece. This performance was captured live on May 26, 2009, during the "So Much More Hawaii" tour. You can hear how he uses the slack key tuning to create a full sound that mimics a bass player, rhythm guitarist, and melody line all at once. It is a perfect example of how the genre can adapt and breathe new life into any song. Makana is a vital figure in the history of Hawaiian music. He was th

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