This special edition of Little Grass Shack on 91.5 Jazz & More KUNV pays tribute to legendary Hawaiian vocalist Darren Benitez, one of the most beloved voices in Hawaiian music history. Hosted by Island Emery, this heartfelt episode explores Darren Benitez’s musical journey from Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii to becoming one of the defining falsetto voices in island music.

Featuring classic Hawaiian songs, island reggae favorites, emotional storytelling, and memories from Darren Benitez’s remarkable career, this episode celebrates the aloha spirit and lasting influence he left on Hawaiian culture and music.

Listeners will hear stories about:

• Darren Benitez’s rise through Hawaiian music
• His groundbreaking album Broken Hearts
• His signature falsetto vocal style
• Performances across Hawaii and Las Vegas
• His influence on future generations of Hawaiian musicians
• The enduring legacy of traditional and contemporary island music

This episode of Little Grass Shack features a relaxing blend of Hawaiian music, island reggae, local favorites, and contemporary island artists, creating the perfect soundtrack for Sunday afternoons and island escape listening.

If you love Hawaiian music, island reggae, aloha spirit, ukulele music, falsetto vocals, and relaxing tropical vibes, Little Grass Shack delivers the authentic sound of the islands every week from Las Vegas to Hawaii and beyond.

Produced at KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada.