Bret (Biku) Shimabuku 

Born and raised on the island of Oahu, Shimabuku is a versatile singing/guitar/ukulele playing  musician who performs solo acoustic, with a duo/trio, or by using live flash looping to layer and weave bass, rhythm, lead and harmony melodies together for a full band sound.  Using his guitar/ukulele, voice and pedal board, he plays a broad range of music, blending genres and eras into an upbeat, fun and heartfelt island style vibe.  

​Shimabuku produced The Rising Melody Original Music Showcase in Honolulu (2003-2017), and was the former High School and Middle School Band Director of Saint Louis School (2010-2017).