Honolulu Advertiser’s Domestic Violence Project
December 15, 2008
Aloha Everyone,
Here are some videos for the Honolulu Advertiser’s domestic violence project, which incorporate my music.
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/section/domesticviolence_journal
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/section/domesticviolence_escapeplan
Performance at Whittier College with Hapa
November 20, 2008
Great news! I will be a special guest with Hapa at Whittier College on December 6. I’m excited for several reasons. First, this is my first mainland tour. I dreamt of touring the mainland, and the opportunity is finally here! Second, I’m performing with one of my all-time favorite groups, Hapa. This is the band that inspired so much of my guitar playing. Third, it’s a great opportunity to meet new people. If you live in Los Angeles, hope to see you at the show!
2008 Hoku Awards Photo Gallery
July 8, 2008
2008 Hoku Awards Performance Video
June 29, 2008
Here’s another video of my performace at the 2008 Hoku Awards. This one was shot by my brother Evan using a handheld camera.
Na Hoku Hanohano Awards Recap
June 19, 2008
Mahalo to everyone for your support at the Hokus! It was a fantastic night and a complete honor just to be there! There were so many great moments, like when Robert Cazimero gave me a big hug after my performance, talking story with Kawika Kahiapo, encouragement from Jon de Mello and Leah Bernstein, taking pictures with Jon and Ernie Cruz, saying hi to Eric Gilliom. I was like a kid in a candy store. Thank you to all of you for helping me get here.
Here’s a pic that ran in the Honolulu Advertiser:
The 31st Annual Na Hoku Hanohano Awards on K5 The Home Team
June 11, 2008
The 2008 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards will be televised locally on K5, and streamed live via internet HERE. Performances will include: Brothers Cazimero, Hapa, John Cruz, Hoku Zuttermeister, Opihi Pickers, Mighty J, Pilioha, Darin Leong, and Kamau.
Na Hoku Hanohano Nominations
May 28, 2008
I am so excited to announce that nominees for the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards have been selected, and I’ve received two nominations!
Instrumental Album of the Year, &
Most Promising Artist
This is a total thrill for me! It will be wonderful just to meet so many people I’ve admired and attempted to emulate since childhood.
To all Hawaii Academy of Recording Arts members, thank you for your continued support and see you at the Hokus!
Aloha,
Darin
Loop Pedals in Action
March 30, 2008
As many of you know, I’m a fan of loop pedals, and use one regularly during my performances. Here are a few great videos of other artists demonstrating loop pedals in action.
Howie Day – Ghost
KT Tunstall – Black Horse and the Cherry Tree
KT Tunstall Loop Pedal Demonstration on NPR
Standup Paddle Surf Video by Bob Babcock (Song: Goodnight – When Home is Far Away)
March 8, 2008
Interview with Andy Bumatai
March 7, 2008