MAOLI UNVEILS NEW SINGLE
“RUNNIN’ ME OFF” WITH MADDIE FONT;
WATCH THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

MAOLI TOUR DATES ACROSS THE U.S. INCLUDE
RED ROCKS, BOURBON & BEYOND + MORE

FONT’S FIRST NEW RELEASE AS SHE EMBARKS ON A BOLD NEW CHAPTER

[Of Last Sip of Summer]“It’s a country record, but it’s
true to Awong. He’s not stretching or playing a part. He’s as country
as it gets, and this record was his way of letting the world know.”—Rolling Stone | READ HERE

The Tennessean—READ HERE

“Bringing his mix of country, reggae, and island pop to the mainland, Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter Maoli can brighten any day on Last Sip of Summer.”—Nashville Lifestyles

“[“Last Sip of Summer”] sets the tone for a project that promises to push the boundaries of island country music.”—All Country News

May 29, 2026—Hawaiian superstar Maoli teams up with Maddie Font (of Maddie & Tae) for their new track “Runnin’ Me Off.” Listen to/share the song HERE and watch the official music video HERE.

Written by Maoli (Glenn Awong), Maddie & Tae (Maddie Font and Taylor Kerr) and Michael Lottin, the track is Font’s first release since embarking on her bold new chapter and marks a full circle moment for Maoli and Font. In 2023, Maoli shared a cover of Maddie & Tae’s “Every Night Every Morning,” which went on to gain over 75 million streams across platforms, caught the attention of the duo (who shared their praises on socials), and led to the new collaboration.

“I’ve always admired Maddie & Tae’s artistry, so writing with them was a dream,” says Maoli. “Since ‘Every Night Every Morning’ has been such a massive hit for me and always brings the crowd to life, I was excited to see what we’d create. We finished the new track in just one afternoon, but the moment I heard Maddie’s vocal on the demo, I knew it had to be a duet. I’m in complete awe of her voice; it is a true honor to sing and write alongside her.”

“I’ve been a die-hard Maoli fan since 2020,” says Font. “His song ‘Sunshine’ got me through some challenging times, and I’ve been locked in from that moment on. Maoli’s music brings me and all his fans so much happiness. His hope and joy are infectious. I feel so honored to be a small part in his journey of bridging the gap between country and reggae. Reggae music brings my soul so much peace, and the way Maoli adds the country storytelling element to it marries my two favorite genres perfectly. He’s a trailblazer doing something no one is doing with real authenticity. We had a blast writing this song, and I hope we get to collaborate more and more!”

“Runnin’ Me Off” follows Maoli’s recent singles “Some Are Just Better,” “Clarity” ft. Kabaka Pyramid and “Feels Like Love,” which were released to instant recognition from Country Central, Country Swag, All Country News and more.

Maoli will continue to tour through the summer with performances at major festivals, including Louisville’s Bourbon & Beyond and Reggae on the Rocks at the historic Red Rocks Amphitheatre, as well as headline shows at Park City’s Concerts on the Slopes and the Northwest Washington Fair. These sets follow the success of 2025’s “Last Sip of Summer Tour” across the U.S., Australia and New Zealand. The first three dates in New Zealand sold over 40,000 tickets and the tour saw further stops at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, Los Angeles’ Greek Theatre, New York’s Webster Hall and more.

The “Last Sip of Summer Tour” was just part of Maoli’s landmark 2025, which also saw his debut appearance at the iconic Grand Ole Opry, his national television debut with a performance of “Last Sip of Summer” on The TODAY Show, and an appearance on American Idol, where he surprised a fan competing on the show—watch HERE. Last fall, Maoli released Last Sip of Summer (Island Vibe Edition), a fully reimagined version of his acclaimed album, Last Sip of Summer, which breathes new life into each track, while staying true to his island roots. Listen to/share the Island Vibe Edition HERE. Listen to the original Last Sip of Summer HERE.

Maoli’s musical journey began in seventh grade, when he learned to play the ukulele. However, it wasn’t until years later that he fully returned to music, with some encouragement from his uncle. His now storied 15+ year career is marked by a series of albums and singles, including covers of hits like Maddie & Tae’s “Every Night Every Morning” (74.3 million streams), Brett Young’s “Mercy” (61.4+ million global streams) and “In Case You Didn’t Know” (26+ million global streams).

Breaking into the mainstream with his unique mix of island reggae and country soul, Maoli aims to put his people on the map like they’ve never been before, revealing the common bonds between country folks and island lifers. In 2018, Maoli rediscovered his country roots, having seen the similarities between his music and modern country, from the melodies and strong rhythms to the tradition of simple-life storytelling.

In 2010, his sophomore LP, Rock Easy, landed in the Top 5 on Billboard’s Reggae charts with three #1 singles: “Breaking My Heart,” “Whisper” and “Rock Easy.” In 2020, Maoli won Group of the Year and Album of the Year for the record, Sense Of Purpose, at iHeart’s Island Awards, followed by Album of the Year and Song of the Year in 2021.

For more information please contact Kate Rakvic, Catherine Snead, Grace Jacobsak, Noah Ginsberg or Carla Sacks at Sacks & Co., 212.741.1000.

MAOLI TOUR DATES
August 16 /// Lynden, WA /// Northwest Washington Fair
August 21 /// Park City, UT /// Concerts on the Slopes
August 22 /// Morrison, CO /// Red Rocks Amphitheatre
September 24-27 /// Louisville, KY /// Bourbon & Beyond

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