Chauntel Busche (Vocals/ Guitar/ Percussion)
Chauntel started singing at the age of four when she joined her grandfather's family church group. Now, at a worldly 24 years of age, she has soared far beyond singers twice her age and experience to become not only Rock Hard Hawaii's first choice as female lead vocalist, but also as an emerging international pop star. 'Miss C' delivers the goods with every performance. From Rock to Pop, Soul to Jazz, to a scorching Gospel throwdown, Chauntel will keep you breathless and wanting more.
Chauntel started singing at the age of four when she joined her grandfather's family church group. Now, at a worldly 24 years of age, she has soared far beyond singers twice her age and experience to become not only Rock Hard Hawaii's first choice as female lead vocalist, but also as an emerging international pop star. 'Miss C' delivers the goods with every performance. From Rock to Pop, Soul to Jazz, to a scorching Gospel throwdown, Chauntel will keep you breathless and wanting more.
Tanner Henderson (Vocals/ Percussion)
Tanner's innate abilities as a performing artist are powerfully represented in a resume too large to mention here. In a nutshell, Tanner is an accomplished actor, songwriter, singer, dancer, martial artist, and hip-hop MC, with a plethora of experience in theatre, television, film, video, voice-overs, and show productions. His intensity, handsome features, and boundless energy on stage give Rock Hard Hawaii the quintessential rock-star/front man.
Tanner's innate abilities as a performing artist are powerfully represented in a resume too large to mention here. In a nutshell, Tanner is an accomplished actor, songwriter, singer, dancer, martial artist, and hip-hop MC, with a plethora of experience in theatre, television, film, video, voice-overs, and show productions. His intensity, handsome features, and boundless energy on stage give Rock Hard Hawaii the quintessential rock-star/front man.
Zanuck Kapala Lindsey (Guitar/Vocals)
As Rock Hard Hawaii's bandleader and driving force, 'Z' is the consumate musician, recording artist, bandleader, composer, producer, and songwriter. His endless repertoire covers virtually every musical genre. In addition, Z's a first-call studio musician, displaying his skills on many recording projects, commercial jingles, television ads, and live performances throughout his career. He has traveled extensively, playing in prestigious venues like the Hollywood Bowl and New York's Carnegie Hall. Well-respected in the local music scene, Z's recorded 2 award-winning CD's, For Every Heart and Hula Joe & the Hutjumpers.
As Rock Hard Hawaii's bandleader and driving force, 'Z' is the consumate musician, recording artist, bandleader, composer, producer, and songwriter. His endless repertoire covers virtually every musical genre. In addition, Z's a first-call studio musician, displaying his skills on many recording projects, commercial jingles, television ads, and live performances throughout his career. He has traveled extensively, playing in prestigious venues like the Hollywood Bowl and New York's Carnegie Hall. Well-respected in the local music scene, Z's recorded 2 award-winning CD's, For Every Heart and Hula Joe & the Hutjumpers.
Garin Poliahu (Drums/Percussion)
As the timekeeper for Rock Hard Hawaii, Garin's solid, no-nonsense backbeat drives every tune like a steamroller. Born and raised in Hawaii, 'Big G' has provided the pulse for every important artist and style that's passed through this island paradise and he is constantly in demand. There is no one that grooves harder and makes the music feel better than Garin Poliahu. He will absolutely get your rump shakin'!
As the timekeeper for Rock Hard Hawaii, Garin's solid, no-nonsense backbeat drives every tune like a steamroller. Born and raised in Hawaii, 'Big G' has provided the pulse for every important artist and style that's passed through this island paradise and he is constantly in demand. There is no one that grooves harder and makes the music feel better than Garin Poliahu. He will absolutely get your rump shakin'!
Mark Tanouye (Keyboards/ Bass)
Beginning at age 4 as a classical pianist, Mark's musical palette traverses everything from zydeco, blues and bebop, to metal, afro-cuban, and roots reggae. He's highly sought after in the local recording and live music scene, and has traveled internationally with countless shows and bands. Mark's exciting and diverse style make him an invaluable asset to the Rock Hard Hawaii sound.
Beginning at age 4 as a classical pianist, Mark's musical palette traverses everything from zydeco, blues and bebop, to metal, afro-cuban, and roots reggae. He's highly sought after in the local recording and live music scene, and has traveled internationally with countless shows and bands. Mark's exciting and diverse style make him an invaluable asset to the Rock Hard Hawaii sound.
Originally from Sacramento, California, nobody lays down the phat bottom like Mike Times. As a bandleader and musician, Mike has over 20 years of experience performing throughout the world. With his roots in soul and R & B music, 'Mr. T' adds a deliciously funky flavor to Rock Hard Hawaii. With his silky soulful voice, impeccable feel, and smoldering stage presence, Mike is the undisputed lord of the low end!
Johnny Valentine (Guitar/ Vocals)
John Valentine is one of Hawaii's most talented and versatile musicians, usually commanding multiple tasks as bandleader, singer, guitarist and sometimes, even as an impressionist. For the past 12 years, he's been a musical mainstay in the world-reknown Hanohano Room at the top of the Sheraton Waikiki . John's impressive depth and range also include vocal coaching and arranging for many established local artists. His skillful artistry as an intrumentalist has earned him countless awards and accolades and now he brings it all home to shred with Hawaii's premier party band, Rock Hard Hawaii.
John Valentine is one of Hawaii's most talented and versatile musicians, usually commanding multiple tasks as bandleader, singer, guitarist and sometimes, even as an impressionist. For the past 12 years, he's been a musical mainstay in the world-reknown Hanohano Room at the top of the Sheraton Waikiki . John's impressive depth and range also include vocal coaching and arranging for many established local artists. His skillful artistry as an intrumentalist has earned him countless awards and accolades and now he brings it all home to shred with Hawaii's premier party band, Rock Hard Hawaii.
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Graphic Arts & Web Design by Chris C. Bayot
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