Sean's career blossomed as a solo entertainer for 3 years at Koele Lodge and Manele Bay Hotel, and from there he joined with George Pao'a and Bobby Armaral to form the original Torchman band. Later played on Maui at the Rennaisance, often filling in for Jaime Lawerance. During most of that time he also performed at weddings, receptions, fine dining restaurants, and private parties on Maui and Kauai.