CD Richard Weize Archives Release date: 07/Oct/2022
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Sales Rank:
#6730 in Worldbeat #13963 in World Music
Style:
Worldbeat
Product No.:
2100662929
Details / Tracklist:
1: Maui Girl (3:02) 2: Aloha No Wau I Ko Maka (3:19) 3: The Laughing Song (2:55) 4: My Tane (2:54) 5: Down On Ami Ami Oni Oni Isle (2:42) 6: Farewell, Malihini (3:04) 7: Little Butch (3:13) 8: Sweet Leilani (3:20)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Hawaii is an album by Harry & His Royal Hawaiians Owens, released in 2022. The album is a world CD. -
Skillfully blending Polynesian ingredients into a popular dance band format, Harry Owens (1902-1986) introduced Hawaiian music to a broad, receptive American audience. A prolific songwriter, his compositions include the Academy Award-winning 'Sweet Leilani,' a major 1937 hit for Bing Crosby.
The CD "Hawaii" by Harry Owens & His Royal Hawaiians, released by Richard Weize Archives, is a musical journey to the heart of the Pacific. This collection features enchanting Hawaiian melodies and lush arrangements that capture the spirit of island life. The album showcases classic tracks performed with authentic instrumentation, transporting listeners to sun-drenched beaches and swaying palm trees. Harry Owens & His Royal Hawaiians were pioneers in popularizing Hawaiian music worldwide during the 1930s and 1940s, earning acclaim for their smooth sound and memorable compositions such as "Sweet Leilani," which won an Academy Award. Their influence on both American pop culture and global appreciation for Hawaiian music remains significant today.
Richard Weize Archives is renowned for its dedication to preserving musical heritage through meticulously curated reissues of rare recordings across genres. With decades of expertise in archival releases, this label ensures high-quality remastering and comprehensive liner notes that provide valuable context for collectors and new fans alike.