Track Listing

1. Palehua
2. KHBC
3. Malama Mau Hawai'i
4. Nani Wale Ia'u 'o Waimea
5. Wahikuli
6. Pua 'Alani
7. Ma Mua Paha
8. Ala Moana Annie
9. 'O Ke 'Ala o na Pua
10. Ku'u Pilikua
11. Wailana
12. E Lili'u E
13. 'O Ko'olau Ku i ka Lani

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #95593 in Music
• Released on: 1998-05-12
• Number of discs: 1

Album Description
Almost always, when one previews a new album, one hears the notes first, then the words, then the musical setting. It is a rare experience when one hears all the elements as a single unit. When this happens, in extraordinary cases, it creates a reaction in the listener that is beyond words. The silence within the listener becomes thunderous. So it is with the album, 'Hanaiali'i'. Amy's intese, but gentle interpretation of what Hawaiian lyrical poetry really is. Willie's multiple-intricate, then simplistic, then bombastic musical brush strokes create ever elegant, watercolor-like musical washes that are a platinum-plus setting for Amy's sensitive, all-emotion-producing moments of musical realization.

About the Artist
Amy and Willie is so unique, and their artistry so interconnected that when each develops an independent musical thought, it is usually a mirror image of the other. Yet, each artist is uniquely, artistically independent of the other.

BAND_MEMBERS: Willie K., 6-string guitar, 12-string guitar, classical guitar, ukulele, acoustin bass, percussion Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom-vocals

Customer Reviews

SIMPLY OUTSTANDING
For anyone who loves Hawaiian music, Hawaii or the Hawaiian people, this is a must have. If you cannot take a vacation to Hawaii this is the best alternative. Save your money, don't go anywhere else - take a trip to the islands through her lovely hapa voice.

My wife and I are from Oah'u and had decided the cost of living too prohibitive - but Amy's voice makes us so homesick , we just might move back.

Mahalo Amy for your work.

Unbelievably beautiful
I was in Kauai researching my newest novel and wanted to buy a Hawaiian album for mood setting while I write. The first notes I heard at Hilo Hatties nearly made me gasp. Amy's voice is unbelievably pure and mingles with the music in a way I've never heard. I bought it and listen to it constantly, even though I haven't started the new novel yet. I'm a new fan and want to buy all their music. Even if you don't normally listen to Hawaiian music, you'll love this album and the amazing blend of voice and music.

Heaven-sent music from the land of aloha
When Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom recorded this with then-boyfriend Willie K., it was her third album, her second as a Hawaiian artist. Her voice is so pure and beautiful, one might believe they died and went to heaven. This album is a mix of contemporary tunes and classic hulas, like the "KHBC" song. There's even a jazz-flavored track (going back to her jazz roots) with a nice piano solo from none other than Hawaiian music legend Robert Cazimero. If you're new to Hawaiian music, this is the perfect introduction. If you have Gilliom's other albums but not this, what are you waiting for?