[1][2] E Walea includes seven original Hawaiian music compositions written or co-written by Pe'a.

The album was recorded in Honolulu, Hawaii, produced by Na Hoku Hanohano Award-winner Dave Tucciarone and co-produced by Kamakoa Lindsey-Asing and Allan B.

[4] AXS wrote, "Kalani Pe'a's music isn't your typical island fare; rather, the Hawaiian singer-songwriter plays with the traditional format with brazen vocals, uncommon compositions and clever reworkings of unlikely hits (like "You Are So Beautiful" and "Always and Forever").

Pe'a made history, becoming the first Hawaiian music recording artist to win in that category.

[7][8] It was the first time in the history of the category that the award had been won by a Native Hawaiian recording artist.