Rare Find, Long Out Of Print!
Limited Quantities!
Austrian singer Simone has consistently released charming and wonderful albums from the Japanese label Venus Records over the years, many of them musically directed by brilliant pianist/arranger John di Martino. They got together again for this collection of Hawaiian songs, interpreted from a jazz musicians' perspective and performed with superb musicianship.
Instead of authentic Hawaiian music, many of the tracks are more accurately described as Hawaiian-inspired jazz bossa. The star-studded band includes such first-call New York musicians as Aaron Heick on flute, Paul Meyers on guitar and James Genus on bass. Latin percussionist Chembo Corniel adds color by employing various instruments.
The lovely voice of Simone seems to possess an ability to relax, calm and heal. As with most Venus LPs, the recorded sound is of superb quality. You'll find yourself smiling a lot when listening to this LP! Recommended to fans of female vocals as well as audiophiles! Sharp-eyed collectors will notice a title misspelling on the cover and the label "Aromas" smell sweet; it only adds to the import charm!
Recorded at The Avatar Studio in New York on April 30 & May 1, 2010. Mixed and mastered by Tetsuo Hara.
Features:
200g Vinyl
Pressed in Japan
Musicians:
Simone, vocals
John di Martino, piano
Aaron Heick, flute
Paul Meyers, guitar
James Genus, bass
Alvin Atkinson, drums
Chembo Corniel, percussion
Selections:
Side A:
1. I'll Weave A Lei Of Stars For You (R.A. Anderson-J.Owens)
2. The Hawaiian Wedding Song (Ch.E.King, A.Hoffman-D.Marning)
3. Blue Hawaii (L.Robin-R.Rainger)
4. Sweet Leilani (H.Owens)
Side B: 1. To You Sweetheart, Aloha (H.Owens)
2. I'll Remember You (K.Lee)
3. Hanalei Moon (B.Nelson)
4. Beyond The Reef (J.Pitman)
Limited Quantities!
Austrian singer Simone has consistently released charming and wonderful albums from the Japanese label Venus Records over the years, many of them musically directed by brilliant pianist/arranger John di Martino. They got together again for this collection of Hawaiian songs, interpreted from a jazz musicians' perspective and performed with superb musicianship.
Instead of authentic Hawaiian music, many of the tracks are more accurately described as Hawaiian-inspired jazz bossa. The star-studded band includes such first-call New York musicians as Aaron Heick on flute, Paul Meyers on guitar and James Genus on bass. Latin percussionist Chembo Corniel adds color by employing various instruments.
The lovely voice of Simone seems to possess an ability to relax, calm and heal. As with most Venus LPs, the recorded sound is of superb quality. You'll find yourself smiling a lot when listening to this LP! Recommended to fans of female vocals as well as audiophiles! Sharp-eyed collectors will notice a title misspelling on the cover and the label "Aromas" smell sweet; it only adds to the import charm!
Recorded at The Avatar Studio in New York on April 30 & May 1, 2010. Mixed and mastered by Tetsuo Hara.
Features:
200g Vinyl
Pressed in Japan
Musicians:
Simone, vocals
John di Martino, piano
Aaron Heick, flute
Paul Meyers, guitar
James Genus, bass
Alvin Atkinson, drums
Chembo Corniel, percussion
Selections:
Side A:
1. I'll Weave A Lei Of Stars For You (R.A. Anderson-J.Owens)
2. The Hawaiian Wedding Song (Ch.E.King, A.Hoffman-D.Marning)
3. Blue Hawaii (L.Robin-R.Rainger)
4. Sweet Leilani (H.Owens)
Side B: 1. To You Sweetheart, Aloha (H.Owens)
2. I'll Remember You (K.Lee)
3. Hanalei Moon (B.Nelson)
4. Beyond The Reef (J.Pitman)
