MAKA is a Hawaiian singer-songwriter, artist, and grassroots activist from Hawai'i Island.
Maka's music blends reggae, Latin, folk, and traditional island sounds, driven by her distinct ukulele style and soulful vocals. Her lyrics heavily reflect "aloha ‘āina" (love and devotion for the land), family, and spiritual faith.
- Simple Life (2023): Her breakthrough studio album was named a finalist for "Reggae Album of the Year" at the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The title track celebrates gratitude, minimalism, and family.
- Revolution (2025): A deeply conscious solo project featuring tracks like "Revolution Song" and "When Will We Be Free" (featuring Petroglyph). The record highlights the belief that true societal transformation begins at the individual level through aloha.
- 808 Ohana & Huli: Alongside her husband (who performs as Petroglyph), she leads a multigenerational family band called 808 Ohana. Their collaborative debut album, HULI, addresses the history of the Hawaiian overthrow and encourages native youth to protect their heritage.
