In 1972, Phillip “Gabby” Pahinui made a historic album that is referred to in Hawaiian music history as “Brown Gabby”.
After a lifetime of performing and recording on numerous labels, Panini Records offered Gabby the opportunity to record with his four sons: Bla, Cyril, Martin, & Phillip.
They were also joined by Gabby’s pals: “Atta” Isaacs and Manuel “Joe Gang” Kupahu.
Today, we’ll share some of our favorite Brown Gabby recordings, on vinyl.
Length: 55:02 Released on: 03-09-2018 Artist/Compiled by: "Brown Gabby"
Bill Murata - The Producer
Bill Murata was with us from 1923 to 1983.
Bill produced more than 100 record albums over a period of 30 years. His albums won 6 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards in the first 5 years of the Hoku’s existence, before his untimely death at the age of 60.
Today, we’ll share some of our favorite Bill Murata produced recordings.
This week's playlist:
1- Pua Olena – Na Kaholokula
2- He Ono – Da Blahlahs of Keaukaha
3- No Kohala Kamakani A Pa’a Pa’a – Lim Family
4- I Kona – Na Leo Kani O Punahele
5- Kaulana Na Pua – Cyrus Green w/ George Groves
6- Kalamaula - Kaimana
7- I Ali’i No ‘Oe – Aloha Pumehana Serenaders
8- E Huli Makou – Genoa Keawe
9- Ka Na’i Aupuni – Kihei Brown Trio Family & Friends
10- Hawaii Aloha – Tina Ka’apana w/ Hui Ohana
Length: 54:14 Released on: 03-02-2018 Artist/Compiled by: Various Artists
Kona Blend - 1979
“Kona Blend” was a group of 3 brothers at its core.
“Butch” Kay play bass & sang.
Don Kay played ukulele & sang.
And Leroy Kay played guitar & sang.
Matthew Malapit played lead guitar & sang.
For their 2nd album, titled “Anybody”, they were joined by lead guitarists John Alden & Al Hendrickson, plus Robert Darling on Congas.
Today, we’ll share Kona Blend from 1979, the same year that Territorial Airwaves launched on the air.
This week's playlist:
1- Pua Mana – Kona Blend
2- Stealin’ Away – Kona Blend
3- O Akua – Kona Blend
4- Mamalahoa Highway – Kona Blend
5- Wahine Ilikea – Kona Blend
6- Day After Day – Kona Blend
7- Meeting In Secret – Kona Blend
8- Anybody – Kona Blend
9- Jump In The Line – Kona Blend
10- Las Vegas Turnaround – Kona Blend
11- That’s The Way Of The World – Kona Blend
Length: 54:37 Released on: 02-23-2018 Artist/Compiled by: Kona Blend
Nani Awards - 1976
On May 23, 1976, the Hawaiian Music Awards Academy presented the 1st annual “NANI Awards”.
Founded by Tony Todaro and Paul Page, the organization’s stated goal was to reward excellence of artists & craftsman in the recording field.
But to many, the NANI Awards had the appearance of a small group trying to ignore the Hawaiian Renaissance, and instead cling to music of their time and liking.
Krash Kealoha soon created a promotion on KCCN Radio that ultimately resulted in the Hoku Awards.
While the NANI Awards eventually ceased, the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards are still thriving to this very day.
But the NANI Awards did release an LP in conjunction with their 1st awards ceremony.
Today, we’ll share that historic “NANI Awards” 1976 recording.
This week's playlist:
1- Hawaii Aloha – Melveen Leed
2- Keep Your Eyes On The Hands – Alfred Apaka
3- Hanalei Moon – Likelike Weisbarth
4- Somewhere In Hawaii – Eddie Kekaula
5- Waipio – Eddie Kekaula
6- Hawaiian Cowboy – Sol K Bright
7- Tiare No Tahiti – Jerry Byrd
8- The Swaying Palms – South Point Hawaiians
9- Mr. Sun Cho Lee – Palani Vaughan
10- Hawaii Ponoi – Jack de Mello & Orchestra
Length: 55:30 Released on: 02-16-2018 Artist/Compiled by: Various Artists
Myra English - 1977
By 1977, Myra English had already recorded 2 solo 33 1/3 rpm LP records on Hula Records.
“Drinking Champagne” and “Oh, How I Miss You Tonight”.
A new album concept was created for Myra for her 3rd album on Hula Records.
Backed by Benny Kalama on ukulele, Sonny Kamahele on guitar, and Norman Isaacs on bass, Myra recorded a hapa haole songbook.
Today, we’ll share some of our favorite Myra English music from her 1977 release, “Do The Hula”.
This week's playlist:
1- In A Canoe – Myra English
2- On A Coconut Island – Myra English
3- Do The Hula – Myra English
4- Hula Town – Myra English
5- Pretty Red Hibiscus – Myra English
6- My Tropical Garden – Myra English
7- My Red Opu – Myra English
8- Tropic Tradewinds – Myra English
9- Cast Your Cares To The Tradewinds – Myra English
10- I Want To Learn To Speak Hawaiian – Myra English
11- These Are My Hawaiian Souvenirs – Myra English
Length: 53:49 Released on: 02-09-2018 Artist/Compiled by: Myra English
