Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Ka ‘Ano’i


Album : Ka ‘Ano’ire
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 1990
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:33:52
Total size : 77?8 MB

Tracks :
1. Margarita
2. Coney Island Washboard Woman
3. Kainoa
4. Ka Na'i Aupuni
5. I'll Be There/Warren's Song
6. Men Who Ride Mountains
7. Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World
8. Hanohano O Cowboy
9. Sea of Love
10. You Don't Know Me

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Better known among his fans as "Iz," Israel Kamakawiwo'ole was a phenomenon in the Hawai'ian Islands totally below Mainland radar. So important was Iz's singing to Native Hawa'ians and Hawai'i residents alike that Governor Ben Cayetano declared a statewide day of mourning when Iz passed away in 1997--this despite his controversial Hawai'i-sovereignty politics. Ka Ano'i was the 1991 winner of the prestigious Na Hoku Hanohano Award for best contemporary Hawai'ian album, and Iz himself won for best male vocalist that year. This album is appealing mainly for its honesty and simplicity: simplicity of tone consistent with the casual ukulele and slack-key sound, and honesty of voice through Hawai'i-enhanced allegorical tracks like "Coney Island Washer Woman" and "I'll Be There." A later version of Iz's "Over the Rainbow" was featured in the 1998 film Meet Joe Black, as well. Despite his imposing stature, Iz was an embodiment of the simplicity and gentleness in the music itself, more noticeable in this early album than in his later work.
--Erik Macki

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole – Facing Future


Album : Facing Future
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 1993
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:56:44
Total size : 130 MB (mp3), 324 MB (FLAC)

Tracks :
1. Hawai'i '78 introduction
2. Ka Huila Wai
3. 'Ama'ama
4. Panini Pua Kea
5. Take Me Home Country Road
6. Kuhio Bay
7. Ka Pua U'i
8. White Sandy Beach of Hawai'i
9. Henehene Kou 'Aka
10. La 'Elima
11. Pili Me Ka'u Manu
12. Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man
13. Kaulana Kawaihae
14. Somewhere Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World
15. Hawai'i '78

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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 Wood

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole – E Ala Ē


Album : E Ala Ē
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 1995
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:48:19
Total size : 110 MB

Tracks :
1. E ala E
2. 'Ulili E
3. Kaleohano
4. Wind Beneath My Wings / He Hawai`i Au
5. Tengoku Kara Kaminani :: Thunder From Heaven
6. Kamalani
7. Aloha Ka Manini
8. Maui Medley
9. Hele on to Kauai
10. Kauai Beauty
11. Theme From Gilligan's Island
12. I Ke Alo Iesu
13. A Hawaiian Like Me

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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-bass Mike Muldoon-percussion Gaylord Holomalia-keyboards Del Beazley-guitar

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
In Dis Life


Album : In Dis Life
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 1996
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:45:23
Total size : 104 MB

Tracks :
01. Hi'ilawe
02. In This Life
03. Wai'alae
04. Starting All Over Again
05. Living in a Sovereign Land
06. 'Opae E
07. Aloha Ku'u Pua
08. Johnny Mahoe
09. Lover of Mine
10. Yokozuna
11. Na ka Pueo/Keyhole Hula
12. The Fly

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Released in 1996, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, better known as IZ is much a part of Hawaii as the beautiful blue oceans. Every cut on this album you can hear the power and majesty that is IZ, which gets into the listeners' heart and soul. "In Dis Life" serves-up a mix of Hawaiian language standards, two hit tunes from local artists, several fresh new songs and a Jawaiian remake of "Starting All Over Again". A must have if you are a fan of IZ's other material.

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
The Man and His Music


Album : The Man and His Music
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 1998
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 01:09:04
Total size : 158 MB

Tracks :
01 - Ahi Wela
02 - E Ku'u Morning Dew
03 - Kamalani
04 - Kaleohano
05 - Margarita
06 - This Hawaiian Man Intro
07 - Chant
08 - E Ala E
09 - Hene Hene Kou Aka
10 - Lover of Mine
11 - White Sandy Beach1
12 - `Opae E 1
13 - In Dis Life
14 - Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man
15 - Hawai'i '78
16 - Hawai'i Aloha

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A collection of live recordings from the great "Jawaiian" (Hawaiian reggae) artist Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, this album has tracks culled from various tours between 1993 and 1997, mostly songs on the slower side of the spectrum for Iz. The tone is mellow, emitting the friendly vibe that so characterized the great singer. The album starts out with some light, slow numbers to set the mood, and after a few songs kicks up to a full-fledged bit of Jawaiian reggae with "Margarita," complete with some keyboard hits to stand in for an organ. A couple of spoken bits from concerts follow, leading into "E Ala E" and a quite happy rendition of "Hene Hene Kou Aka." The tempo drops again for a number of love songs, before eventually returning to "Maui Hawaiian Sup'pa Man." The album finishes with a pair of light numbers, including "Hawai'i Aloha" as a closing farewell song. For a nice overview of Iz's versatility, this isn't a bad album, but for a better look at the typical forms of Jawaiian music

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Alone in “IZ” World


Album : Alone in “IZ” World
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 2001
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:52:30
Total size : 120 MB

Tracks :
1. Mona Lisa - (new song)
2. Kaleohano - (new arrangement)
3. 'Ulili E - (unplugged performance)
4. Hanohano Wale No Na Cowboy and Ka Huila Wai - (new song)
5. Hi'ilawe - (new arrangement)
6. Henehene Kou 'Aka - (unplugged performance)
7. Ahi Wela / Twinkle Twinkle Little Star - (new arrangement, new arrangement)
8. 'Opae E - (unplugged performance)
9. Starting All Over Again - (new arrangement)
10. Over the Rainbow - (unplugged performance)
11. Panini Puakea - (unplugged performance)
12. La 'Elima - (unplugged performance)
13. In This Life - (new arrangement)
14. (Untitled) - (hidden track)

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The artist behind Facing Future, the top-selling Hawaiian album of all time, the late Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwo'ole was possessed of a voice so sweet, so tender, and so lovely that it continues to deeply stir those who hear it long after he died. Lovingly assembled and notated by producer Jon de Mello, Alone in IZ World is comprised of both alternate versions of Kamakawio'ole's best-loved songs as well as tracks never before heard by the public. The latter category includes versions of "Hanohano No Na Cowboy," the playfully incomplete opening on "Mona Lisa," and "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," on which IZ takes a rare turn at harmonizing with himself. In light of his premature passing, devastatingly beautiful alternate cuts of "Starting All Over Again" and "In This Life" are especially poignant. And "Over the Rainbow"--IZ's renditions were heard in Meet Joe Black and Finding Forrester--may never again sound so pure.
--Paige La Grone

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Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Wonderful World


Album : Wonderful World
Artist : Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole
Release date : 2007
Number of discs : 1
Genre : World
Total Time : 00:42:00
Total size : 96,3 MB

Tracks :
1. What a Wonderful World
2. 'Ama 'Ama
3. Henehene Kou Aka
4. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
5. E Ku'u Morning Dew
6. White Sandy Beach
7. Kaleohano
8. Ka Huila Wai
9. 'Opae E
10. Ke Alo O Iesu
11. 'Ulili E
12. A Hawaiian Like Me

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Ten years after his death on June 26, 1997, Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole remains a powerful influence on modern Hawaiian music and culture, both at home and abroad. He has, arguably, achieved iconic status; that his fame was built in large part on a medley of two songs with no connection to Hawai‘i seems almost irrelevant. The sounds of his gentle ukulele and sweet tenor remain as popular as ever; adults and children alike continue to listen and play his music, embracing his Wonderful World. E komo mai!

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