Iz in Concert

Description

These 1993-97 live recordings run the gamut from
“unplugged” ukulele-only accompaniment to full-band Jawaiian songs. In both
cases, his heavenly voice soars as you hear Ahi Wela; Kaleohano; White Sandy
Beach; Hawai’i ’78; Kamalani; N Dis Life 16 tracks! About the Artist Born in
Honolulu in 1959, this son of a Ni’ihau mother returned to Ni’ihau to spend
the first five years of his life with his Tutu Kane, his Grandfather. In 1964
he returned to Oahu to join his immediate family then on to Makaha on the
Waianae Coast where Israel was to learn the importance of his Hawaiian
heritage and discover the richness and mystique in the music and culture of
his islands. With an ukulele, his constant companion, Israel would sing and
play for anyone who listened. The texture of his voice, the songs and the
sound of his resonant ukulele constantly create the feeling that a new,
musical Hawaii is emerging. Yet, the basics of his musical inventions remain
embedded in the rich, warm, musical soil of his Ni’ihau and Makaha Kapunas.
Band members: Israel Kamakawiwo’ole-ukulele, lead vocals Mel Amina-guitar
Analu Aina-bass Michael Muldoon-percussion Gaylord Holomalia-keyboards &
musical director

Features:

Product Details:

• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.6 x 0.4 x 4.9 inches; 4 Ounces
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Big Boy Records
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ 2156134
• Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2000
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 7, 2006
• Label ‏ : ‎ Big Boy Records
• Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
• Best Sellers Rank: #25,640 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl) #15 in Hawaiian Music #10,657 in Pop (CDs & Vinyl)