The Sound of Tiki

by N/A

Overview

This Bear Family single-disc collection provides a fun glimpse into the Tiki exotica music synonymous with the late '50s and early '60s. Producer, author, and expert on all things Tiki, Sven Kirsten, chose 18 cuts that haven't shown up ad nauseum on similar compilations and should sustain the curiosity of collectors and the enjoyment of casual listeners. Alongside pioneers of the genre like Arthur Lyman, Les Baxter, and Martin Denny are lesser-heard tracks from Marais & Miranda, Paul Page, and the Mary Kaye Trio. The disc also explores a few highlights from Tiki television and film of the era by Buddy Morrow, Andy Williams, and Don Ho. Like most Bear Family releases, The Sound of Tiki is lovingly packed with colorful photos, a 52-page booklet, and insightful text. ~ Al Campbell

Product Details

Release Date:	04/26/2013
Label:	Bear Family Records
UPC:	4000127163387
Rank:	46788

Tracks

1. Taboo Tu  - Arthur Lyman
2. Aku Aku  - Martin Denny
3. Bali Ha'i  - Oscar II Hammerstein  - Gloria Lynne
4. Bird of Paradise  - Les Baxter
5. Castaway  - Paul Page
6. Tiki  - Les Baxter  - Martin Denny  - Si Zentner
7. House of Bamboo [1958 Version]  - Andy Williams
8. Kon Tiki  -  Shadows
9. I-Ha-She  -  Marais  -  Marais & Miranda
10. Hawaiian Eye  - Buddy Morrow
11. Hilo Boy  -  Mary Kaye Trio
12. Ulili E  -  Traditional
13. Pieces of Eight  - Paul Page
14. Full Moon  - Eden Ahbez
15. Bamboo  -  Surfmen
16. Hawaii Five-O/Quiet Village Medley  - Les Baxter  - Don Ho
17. Luau Is Calling You [Bonus Radio Jingle]

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Surfers   Primary Artist
Paul Page   Primary Artist
Andy Williams   Primary Artist
Marais & Miranda   Primary Artist
Surfmen   Primary Artist
Don Ho   Primary Artist
Si Zentner   Primary Artist
Gloria Lynne   Primary Artist
Arthur Lyman   Primary Artist
Buddy Morrow   Primary Artist
The Shadows   Primary Artist
The Mary Kaye Trio   Primary Artist
Martin Denny   Primary Artist
Les Baxter   Primary Artist
Eden Ahbez   Primary Artist

Technical Credits

Sven A. Kirsten   Presentation,Illustrations,Photo Scanning,Reissue Producer,Photography,Liner Notes
Eden Ahbez   Composer
Oscar Hammerstein II   Composer
Julius Wechter   Composer
Arthur Lyman   Composer
Christian Zwarg   Disc Transfers,Mastering
Norman Murrels   Composer
Michael Carr   Composer
Daniel Gersdorf   Photo Restoration
Mychael Gerstenberger   Artwork
Les Baxter   Composer
Traditional   Composer
Paul Page   Composer
Marais   Composer