Mana'o Radio

Mana'o Radio from Maui isn't your average rock radio. Sure, it's a rock radio United States that plays Neil Young and the Stones, but it also slips into deep funk grooves and modal jazz without warning. The DJs clearly have free reign. One afternoon I caught a set that went from Joni Mitchell to Parliament to Coltrane. It's the kind of eclecticism that could feel random if not for the laid-back, knowledgeable presentation. That's the point. The station's community roots are obvious: local announcements, shout-outs, and a genuine affection for the music. When you listen to Mana'o Radio online,…