Kenny Tagavilla, hailing from the beautiful South Kona region of Honaunau, brings over two decades of musical artistry to the stage. His signature " Shaka and a Smile," charm pairs effortlessly with his soulful island-infused country sound. A 9-time Na Hoku Hanohano Award finalist, Kenny reached new heights with his debut full album released in December 2023. The project-featuring his hit original anthem "KONA GROWN" earned him the 2024 Na Hoku Hanohano Award for Contemporary Acoustic Album of The Year, cementing his legacy as a voice for his beloved hometown.

Fresh off the release of his new full album, "MUSIC MAN" released in December 2024, Kenny celebrates another milestone as a six-time finalist at the 2025 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The album, a bold exploration of storytelling through sound, especially with his title cut song Music Man, along with his duet album with Sandy Essman, is honored in categories including: Contemporary Acoustic Album of The Year, Contemporary Album of The Year, Male Vocalist of The Year, Liner Notes, Christmas Single of the Year, and Album of The Year.