![]() ![]() In January, the singer pleaded no contest to sexually molesting the first girl between 19, and sexually molesting her sister between 19.īoth girls tearfully told Hahn in January telling how Rodriguez had violated their parents’ trust. 1.ĭeputy sheriffs took Rodriguez to the Los Angeles County Jail to begin his 365-day jail time. Rodriguez had been free after posting $200,000 bail on Oct. The Los Angeles District Attorney’s office said Rodriguez surrendered to the Compton Court at 8:48 this morning. If he violates his probation, he faces completing a six-year prison term. Hahn also ordered Rodriguez to complete 52 weeks of sexual offender counseling. ![]() 27 to one year in jail and five years probation. Henry says “I am grateful for the love and support I have had through the years and even more grateful that I can give back to Hawai‘i and future generations.Musician Cecilio Rodriguez, once part of the duo known as Cecilio & Kapono, began serving his one-year prison sentence today, after pleading no contest to sexually molesting two young sisters in Los Angeles.Ĭompton Superior Court Judge Gary Hahn sentenced Rodriguez, 67, on Jan. In 2018 the Henry Kapono Foundation (HKF) was founded Henry, as an opportunity to give back and perpetuate his life-long passion for music and his Home in the Islands. He has produced 25 albums, appeared in various tv shows and films, developed a loyal worldwide fan base, and created groundbreaking collaboration projects offering soundtracks for the new century. From the beginning of the Cecilio & Kapono phenomenon in the 1970s and 80s to launching his solo career, Henry has been at the creative forefront of contemporary Hawaiian and Island-inspired music. Henry’s original songs are a unique blend of Rock and Americana genres that celebrates his love for his family expresses his pride in his Hawaiian culture, and shares his joy for his home in the Islands. He was also honored for his work as a musician at the Grammy Museum in 2017. He has taken home 18 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards (Hawai`i’s version of the “Grammy”) including Male Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Rock Album of the Year, Compilation of the Year and Lifetime Achievement. Henry Kapono is a performer who has it all – vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, composer, thrilling performer, audience favorite with multiple honors and awards, including a Grammy nomination. “Kapono is one of the great island songwriters of his generation.” – Honolulu Star-Advertiser The music of Cecilio & Kapono continue to be a relevant folk-rock phenomenon enchanting listeners all around the globe. Living it with friends and family in the islands.” Henry reflects, “I listen to them every so often and they still rock my soul.” Honored recipients of multiple Hawai'i Academy of Recording Arts Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award for their work as a duo, their music has transcended generations for over 48 years and remains in the heart of Hawaii’s people. “Those songs reflected a time in our life when we were living what we wrote. Their popularity lead them to a contract with Columbia Records, where they catapulted to the forefront of the folk-rock renaissance with artists Crosby Stills & Nash, Bob Dylan, Loggins & Messina, Hall & Oats, James Taylor…with their first three albums: Cecilio & Kapono (affectionately known as the Green Shirt Album), Elua and Night Music. They quickly became well-loved with pop audiences, and an iconic part of the island music scene in Hawai`i. An island-inspired template still followed by many island artists today. They incorporated various genres such as Top 40 pop, modern soul, funk, disco, rock, and traditional Hawaiian in their own, distinct hook-based music which allowed both voices to weave countermelodies around a catchy tune and a strong beat. The duo released nine albums over two decades. C&K was founded in 1973 by Henry Kapono Ka’aihue (known as Henry Kapono) of Kapahulu, Hawaii, and Cecilio David Rodriguez (Cee) of Santa Barbara, California.
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