“No Kristo” by the Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau was released in 1976, some 3 years before Territorial Airwaves launched on the radio.
In 1974, brothers Skippy & Israel Kamakawiwo’ole moved from Kaimuki to the Waianae coast.
Inspired by the Sons of Hawaii, Sunday Manoa, & Gabby Pahinui, the brothers formed a group with their new young Waianae friends.
On February 22, 1976, they got their 1st professional gig, and they also recorded this, their 1st LP, on Poki Records.
Skippy played 6-string guitar
Israel played baritone ukulele
‘Moon’ Kauakahi played 6-string tenor ukulele
Jerome Koko played 12-string guitar
& Sam Gray played pakini washtub bass.
So we’ll dive into our records archives to hear this classic recording.
Today, 40 plus years later, we’ll share this music.
This week's playlist:
1- Ka Hanu O Hanakeoki – Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
2- Waikiki Hula - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
3- Po’e Koa O Ni’ihau - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
4- Freedom Of Makaha - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
5- Papalina Lahilahi - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
6- E Ku’u Morning Dew - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
7- Manu Kolohe - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
8- Pua Tuberose – Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
9- Nane - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
10- No Kristo - Makaha Sons of Ni’ihau
Length: 53:26 Released on: 10-20-2017 Artist/Compiled by: Makaha Sons Of Ni'ihau
Sons of Hawaii - 1975
“Eddie Kamae presents The Sons of Hawaii” was released in 1975, some 4 years before Territorial Airwaves launched on the radio.
The Sons of Hawaii had originally formed in 1960 with Eddie Kamae, Gabby Pahinui, Joe Marshall, & David “Feet” Rogers.
Fifteen years later, after numerous personnel changes, Eddie recorded the 5th version of the group.
The Sons of Hawaii in 1975 were:
Eddie Kamae – vocals & ukulele
Joe Marshall – bass & vocals
David “Feet” Rogers – steel guitar
Moe Keale – vocals & ukulele
Dennis Kamakahi – aged 21, vocals, guitar, banjo, & harmonica.
So we’ll dive into our records archives to hear this classic recording.
Today, 40 plus years later, we’ll share this music.
This week's playlist:
1- Ke Ala A Ka Jeep – Eddie Kamae & Sons of Hawaii
2- Tomi Tomi – Dennis Kamakahi & Sons of Hawaii
3- Kela Mea Whiffa – Eddie Kamae & Sons of Hawaii
4- Mai Ae I Ka Hewa – Moe Keale & Sons of Hawaii
5- Ka Opae – Dennis Kamakahi & Sons of Hawaii
6- E Ku’u Morning Dew – Eddie Kamae & SOH
7- Kehaulani – Eddie Kamae & Sons of Hawaii
8- La Toodle – Harold Kaniho & Sons of Hawaii
9- He Ai No Kalani – Eddie Kamae & SOH
10- Waipio Valley Song – Eddie Kamae & SOH
Length: 55:05 Released on: 10-13-2017 Artist/Compiled by: Eddie Kamae presents The Sons of Hawaii
Wesley M. Thorsson Collection
Wesley M. Thorsson was born in New Jersey on October 9, 1923, and he passed away in his adopted home of Hawaii at the age of 93 on March 17, 2017.
After graduating from the Coast Guard Academy in 1943, he and his family were stationed in Honolulu, where he retired as a Captain in 1968.
Then he began a career with Dillingham.
Wes’s passion was scuba diving and shell collecting. His shell collection is now displayed at the Bishop Museum and the Smithsonian Institute.
So we’ll dive into our records archives to hear these classic recordings.
Today, we’ll share 45rpm singles and EPs from the Wesley M. Thorsson Collection. Mahalo to his daughter Karen for sharing her father’s music.
This week's playlist:
1- Anapau – John K. Almeida
2- Lei Hulu – Dorothy Kalima & K Sisters
3- Noho Paipai – Freckles Lyons & his Beachboys
4- Goodbye Honolulu – Freckles Lyons & his BBoys
5- E Ku’u Tutu – Vickie Ii & Tropic Islanders
6- Kealoha – George Kainapau
7- Becky, I Ain’t Coming Home No More – Clara Inter
8- My Island Love – Merilee w/ Tropic Islanders
9- Wakare No Iso Chidori – George Naope
10- Aloha Hawaii – John K. Almeida’s Hawaiians
11- E Ku’u Lei – George Kainapau
Length: 53:41 Released on: 10-06-2017 Artist/Compiled by: Various Artists
Myrtle K. Hilo - 1967
The record, “The Singing Cab Driver”, by Myrtle K. Hilo, was released in 1967, a decade before Territorial Airwaves launched on the radio.
Myrtle K. Hilo’s studio band consisted of:
Benny Saks: keyboards and arrangements
Billy Hew Len: steel guitar
Jimmy Kaopuiki: Bass
Sonny Kamahele: Guitar
Harold Chang: drums
So we’ll dive into our records archives to hear this classic recording.
Today, 50 years later, we’ll share this classic music.
This week's playlist:
1- Waiahole E – Myrtle K. Hilo
2- Lover’s Prayer – Myrtle K. Hilo
3- Kaimuki Hula – Myrtle K. Hilo
4- Ko Ma’i Ho E’u E’u – Myrtle K. Hilo
5- Hali’i Ka Moena – Myrtle K. Hilo
6- Ha’u Ha’u E – Myrtle K. Hilo
7- Manuela’s Girl – Myrtle K. Hilo
8- Sweet Someone – Myrtle K. Hilo
9- Ma’ane’i Mai Oe – Myrtle K. Hilo
10- Keiki No Punalu’u – Myrtle K. Hilo
11- He Mana’o Au – Myrtle K. Hilo
Length: 55:44 Released on: 09-29-2017 Artist/Compiled by: Myrtle K. Hilo
Buddy Fo & his Group - 1968
The record, “When It’s Time To Go”, by Buddy Fo & his Group, was released in 1968, a decade before Territorial Airwaves launched on the radio.
Buddy Fo & his Group were:
Buddy Fo: Lead Vocals & Percussion instruments
Sonny Kamaka, Henry Allen, & Jimmy Funai: Guitars & background vocals
Johnny Costello: Bass
Joe Shaw: Drums
So we’ll dive into our records archives to hear this classic recording.
Today, almost 50 years later, we’ll share this classic music.
This week's playlist:
1- Going Home – Buddy Fo & his Group
2- Mais Que Nada – Buddy Fo & his Group
3- Where Is My Love Tonight? – Buddy Fo & his Group
4- Sunny – Buddy Fo & his Group
5- Intangible Dream – Buddy Fo & his Group
6- Git On Home – Buddy Fo & his Group
7- Days Of My Youth – Buddy Fo & his Group
8- Two By Two – Buddy Fo & his Group
9- One Paddle, Two Paddle – Buddy Fo & his Group
10- When It’s Time To Go – Buddy Fo & his Group
Length: 53:40 Released on: 09-22-2017 Artist/Compiled by: Buddy Fo & his Group
