Israel Kamakawiwo'ole - Facing Future
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Artist: Israel Kamakawiwo'oleEdition: Music CD
CD Release Date: 1993-09-01
Music Label: Mountain Apple Company
Soundtracks:
- Hawai'i '78 introduction
- Ka Huila Wai
- 'Ama'ama
- Panini Pua Kea
- Take Me Home Country Road
- Kuhio Bay
- Ka Pua U'i
- White Sandy Beach of Hawai'i
- Henehene Kou 'Aka
- La 'Elima
- Pili Me Ka'u Manu
- Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man
- Kaulana Kawaihae
- Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World
- Hawai'i '78
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Free Music Review: A pure taste of Hawaiian culture~*Get a Copy*
Hit: 5 Stars
I am a native New Yorker who has had the Pleasure of being an Islander for 12 years from '86-'98 minus a year for NY in there. While the typical tourists listened to something else I got the insider view of Hawaiian culture through the infamous Israel as well as Cazimero Bros., C & K, Keali'i Reichel, and a couple other groups also.
I had the fortune of seeing this man play live in Waikiki during a block party and the Honor of viewing his departure from dis Life at the capitol. His music is beautiful, soothing with some reminiscence of the past and just so mellow. What a blessing it was to have shared in his life and music.
I have enjoyed several other of his cd's such as E'ala'E, IZ-the Man and his Music, and In Dis Life. I purchased this one on cassette {Facing Future}, but want to preserve it for the future in a CD. I highly recommend this selection and I am sure his voice will transport you to a heavenly paradise.
Mahalo & Aloha 'Oe..........................Pearl P.
Facing Future Poster
To gauge the magnitude of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's popularity in his native Hawaii, consider this: following his death in 1997 (at age 38, attributed to his profound obesity), Kamakawiwo'ole's body lay in state in the state capitol, only the second person to receive such an honor. Kamakawiwo'ole's appeal lies in his love for prestatehood, precondominium Hawaii and the expressiveness of his gently passionate voice, which can float through higher registers with an ease that brings Johnny Mathis to mind. Several selections ("Ka Pua U'i," "White Sandy Beach of Hawai'i," the sun-kissed "La 'Elima") feature Kamakawiwo'ole in a traditional mood, using only his ukulele to adorn the charm of his native lyricism. Others, such as the Jimmy Buffett-like "Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man" add playful contemporary touches that suit Kamakawiwo'ole's style. Most touching are the string-backed laments that open and close the album, "Hawai'i '78 Introduction" and "Hawai'i '78," initially a reflection on his father's death, later on the passing of Hawaii's native culture. Best known is his medley "Somewhere over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World," which played over the closing credits of the film Meet Joe Black. --Terry WoodThere's a smart balance of traditional Hawaiiana and contemporary tunes on this CD. There's heart-tugging warmth along with unexpected chuckles. The end result is a candid, honest reinforcement of his vocal breadth.
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