Auguste Teri’imana Joseph Goupil was born on August 7, 1910, in Papete, Tahiti, Isles Du Vent, Pacific Islands.
“Augie” Goupil arrived in Hollywood from Tahiti in the mid-1930s and quickly befriended all of the Hawaiian musicians living and performing in the clubs and movies in the area.
Soon the Tahitian master drummer, singer, and dancer was working and recording in L.A., supplying high-spirited island-style soundtracks for Hollywood tropical movies.
The secret ingredient of his band’s sound was the Hawaiian professionals impersonating Tahitians.
Join us as we share favorite recordings by Augie Goupil.
This week's playlist:
1- Toomba – Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
2- Tupaha - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
3- Lei Ana Ika Mokihana - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
4- 1 Finger, 2 Finger, 3 Finger Poi – Augie Goupil
5- Momi Pele - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
6- Tahitian Lullaby - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
7- Vana Vana - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
8- Marcelle Wahine - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
9- Poosi Poosi - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
10- Tiare Tahiti - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
11- Tau Here - Augie Goupil & Royal Tahitians
Length: 54:13 Released on: 05-10-2013 Artist/Compiled by: Augie Goupil
