APRIL 20
Hawaii’s chart-topping reggae band The Green hits the Waikiki Shell on the first night of the KCCN FM 100 Bash. Their current album “Marching Orders” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Reggae charts.
5:30 p.m. / Waikiki Shell / $45-$100 / ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000
APRIL 24
Hawaii entertainers join forces in a benefit for Willie K, pictured, the multi-genre musician from Maui, who is being treated for cancer. The lineup includes Nina Kealiiwahamana, Raiatea, Karen Keawehawaii, Lehua Kalima, Andy Bumatai, Mike Lewis, Henry Kapono, Taimane and Josh Tatofi.
6 p.m. / Hilton Hawaiian Village Great Lawn / $75-$200 / honoluluboxoffice.com or 550-8457
APRIL 24
You can also help out Willie K by going to Blue Note Hawaii, where Makana will be giving a benefit concert. The multitalented singer/songwriter will perform with guest percussionist Lopaka Colon, with all ticket proceeds going to Willie K’s cancer fund.
6:30 and 9 p.m. / Blue Note Hawaii / $25.50-$45 / bluenotehawaii.com or 777-4890
MAY 5
Korean-American hip-hop artist Dumbfoundead made a name by winning hard-fought rap battles in his home base of Los Angeles, and built a following with his wit and flash. He brings his “Yikes!” tour here.
8 p.m. / The Republik / $25 / jointherepublik.com or 941-7469
MAY 17
Bluesman Josh Smith brings his classic blues and his power trio to the islands next month, with performances May 16 on Maui, May 17 at Anna’s, May 18 in Kona and May 19 in Hilo.
8:30 p.m / Anna’s / $35 / bluesbearhawaii.com or 896-4845
TICKER:
>> Hawaii Opera Theatre presents the great Russian opera “Eugene Onegin.” April 20, 22 and 24, Blaisdell Concert Hall, $34-$135. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000
>> Grammy winners For King & Country headline a night of Christian pop artists at Fish Fest. 6:30 p.m. July 7, Blaisdell Arena, $35-$85, ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000
