Roots Music III: The Jawaiian Experience is a delightful album that showcases the best of traditional Hawaiian music with a contemporary twist. Featuring various artists, the album is a perfect fusion of reggae and Hawaiian music, commonly known as Jawaiian.
The album opens with the upbeat and catchy "Island Style" by John Cruz, which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The album features tracks from well-known artists such as Kapena, The Mana'o Company, and The Green, as well as lesser-known artists like The Steppas and Kolohe Kai.
The album is a perfect blend of traditional Hawaiian instruments and the reggae beat, with the ukulele and steel guitar being prominent throughout. The lyrics are in both English and Hawaiian, which adds to the authenticity of the album.
The standout tracks on the album include "Cool Down" by Kolohe Kai, "Ehu Girl" by Kolohe Kai, and "Hawaiian Girls" by The Mana'o Company. These tracks perfectly capture the essence of Jawaiian music and showcase the talent of the artists involved.