Music

E Ala Ē 1995

By Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

  • 48 min
  • 13 tracks
  • Big Boy Record Company

Israel Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole, also called Braddah IZ or simply IZ, was a Native Hawaiian musician and singer. He is regarded as one of the greatest musicians from Hawaii and the most successful musician from the state. Along with his ukulele playing and incorporation of other genres, such as jazz and reggae, Kamakawiwoʻole remains influential on Hawaiian music. In 2010, he was named one of the 50 Great Voices by NPR, who called him "The Voice of Hawaii".

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