{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Hawaiian Concert Guide Show 706 - Sweet Cheeks","description":"\ud83c\udf3a\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f NOW STREAMING \u2014 Hawaiian Concert Guide Show #706 \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f\ud83c\udf3a Every song has a story, and every melody carries a piece of Hawai\u02bbi's rich history and aloha spirit. Join Piko and Terry as they explore ten wonderful recordings that span more than a century of Hawaiian music\u2014from classic mele and beautiful love songs to contemporary island favorites, family tributes, and even the fascinating world of Exotica. \ud83c\udfa7 Featured Music & Stories \ud83c\udf3a Ei Nei \u2013 Ei Nei, Look At Us \u2764\ufe0f P\u0101p\u0101lina Lahilahi "Soft Delicate Cheeks" A timeless Hawaiian love song dating back to the Hawaiian Kingdom era. Discover how Hawaiian composers used poetic imagery and hidden meanings (kaona) instead of saying "I love you" directly. Learn why this classic has become a favorite for hula dancers and has been recorded by generations of Hawaiian artists. \ud83d\udca7 E Ku\u02bbu Morning Dew "My Beloved Morning Dew" Morning dew symbolizes beauty that is precious yet fleeting. We'll explore how Hawaiian composers use nature\u2014mist, rain, flowers, and dew\u2014to express romance, longing, and cherished memories. \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500 \ud83c\udf3a Eric Lee \u2013 The Islands Are Calling \ud83c\udf38 N\u0101 Pua Lei Aloha "The Beloved Lei Flowers" One of Hawai\u02bbi's most treasured farewell songs, often heard at graduations, celebrations, and moments of parting. Discover how the fading flowers of a lei became a lasting symbol that aloha continues long after saying "A Hui Hou." \ud83c\udfdd\ufe0f Halekulani Okinawa A beautiful tribute connecting Hawai\u02bbi and Okinawa through the spirit of aloha. Learn why Hawaiian music and hula have become so deeply loved throughout Japan, and how the famous Halekulani name represents hospitality "befitting heaven." \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500 \ud83c\udf3a Kaleo Phillips \u2013 E Mama \ud83c\udf3c Pakalana The beloved Pakalana flower is famous for its incredible fragrance that actually becomes stronger after sunset. Discover why this treasured lei flower has become a symbol of enduring love, cherished memories, and Hawaiian romance. \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc67 God Bless My Daddy A heartfelt modern song celebrating fathers, family, faith, and \u02bbohana. We'll discuss how contemporary Hawaiian songwriting continues to honor parents and family traditions while carrying forward timeless Hawaiian values. \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500 \ud83c\udf3a Martin Denny \u2013 Hypnotique \ud83c\udfb7 St. Louis Blues Originally written by W.C. Handy in 1914, this American blues classic receives Martin Denny's signature Exotica treatment. Vibraphones, tropical percussion, bird calls, and lush arrangements helped launch America's tiki and island lounge movement of the 1950s. \ud83c\udf19 We Kiss in a Shadow Originally from Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, this beautiful Broadway love song is transformed into a dreamy tropical soundscape. We'll explore how Exotica introduced millions of listeners to romanticized Pacific-inspired music. \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500 \ud83c\udf3a Ho\u02bbokena \u2013 N\u0101 Kai \u02bbEwalu \ud83e\udd1d Mi Nei Meaning "Come Here," this gentle invitation celebrates friendship, fellowship, music, and aloha. Experience the rich vocal harmonies that made Ho\u02bbokena one of Hawai\u02bbi's most respected contemporary Hawaiian groups. \ud83c\udf08 Kaua\u02bbi Beauty Our grand finale\u2014a breathtaking musical tribute to Hawai\u02bbi's Garden Isle. From the majestic N\u0101 Pali Coast and Hanalei Bay to Waimea Canyon, waterfalls, rainbows, and lush green valleys, this song captures why Kaua\u02bbi remains one of the most beloved islands in the world. \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500 \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f On this episode, we'll also discuss: \ud83c\udf3a The hidden meanings (kaona) woven throughout traditional Hawaiian songs. \ud83c\udf3a Why flowers, rain, mist, and mountains are central symbols in Hawaiian poetry. \ud83c\udf3a The worldwide influence of Hawaiian music\u2014from Hawai\u02bbi to Okinawa and beyond. \ud83c\udf3a How modern artists continue to preserve Hawaiian language and culture while writing new music for today's generation. \ud83c\udf3a The surprising history of Martin Denny and the Exotica movement that introduced island-inspired sounds to audiences around the globe. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Hawaiian music or just beginning your island journey, Show #706 offers an unforgettable blend of beautiful melodies, fascinating history, cultural insights, and the true spirit of aloha. \ud83c\udfa7 Tune in, relax, and let Hawai\u02bbi come alive through its music and stories. \ud83c\udf34 Hawaiian Concert Guide \u2013 Show #706 "Sharing the Music \u2022 The Stories \u2022 The Aloha Spirit" #HawaiianConcertGuide #HawaiianMusic #Aloha #Ho\u02bbokena #EricLee #EiNei #KaleoPhillips #MartinDenny #Exotica #NaPuaLeiAloha #Pakalana #Kauai #IslandMusic #Hula #Ukulele #SlackKey #Podcast #MusicHistory #MadeInHawaii #AlohaSpirit ","author_name":"Hawaiian Concert Guide","author_url":"http:\/\/www.hawaiianconcertguide.com","html":"