Another classic from the legendary Israel Kamakawiwo’ole, White Sandy Beach combines a gentle melody with a surprising(considering how smooth it sounds) amount of picking hand technique. This one is extremely satisfying to play while kicking back and enjoying some R&R! Aloha!
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Crazy Love
One of those classic songs that hits you right in the feels because of it poignant simplicity, Crazy Love from Van Morrison has long been a staple for solo acoustic artists everywhere. The playing is the easy part, as capturing that live in the moment nostalgia (oxymoron enough?) is what set apar...
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Somewhere Over the Rainbow
If you ever needed an example of “Making the song your own”, Israel Kamakawiwo’ole playing Somewhere over the Rainbow has to be it! He took an iconic song and made it just as iconic to a whole new generation and demographic. It’s hard for anyone to say that Braddah Iz didn’t “own” this one. There...
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Kaleohano
Kaleohano, a name meaning the voice of authority and respect, is the title of a song written by Louis Moon Kauakahi. The song was made popular by the late Israel Kamakawiwoʻole and by the Mākaha Sons of Niʻihau. I love this song because of the way Israel delivers it. It reminds me of the purity o...
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