Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, born in 1959, the year Hawai'i became a state, rose to unrivaled celebrity on the strength of his one-in-a-million voice and a four-string 'ukulele. His phenomenal hit "Over the Rainbow" propelled his Facing Future album to Platinum status. His voice has been heard around the world in blockbuster films, television shows, and advertisements. IZ: Voice of the People is a portrait in words and over 200 photos of the man behind the music--his childhood, his early year with the Mā kaha Sons of Ni ...
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Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, born in 1959, the year Hawai'i became a state, rose to unrivaled celebrity on the strength of his one-in-a-million voice and a four-string 'ukulele. His phenomenal hit "Over the Rainbow" propelled his Facing Future album to Platinum status. His voice has been heard around the world in blockbuster films, television shows, and advertisements. IZ: Voice of the People is a portrait in words and over 200 photos of the man behind the music--his childhood, his early year with the Mā kaha Sons of Ni'ihau, his solo career, his personal struggles and successes. It is about fame, but it is also about triumph over adversity and loss; about standing up for the people of Hawai'i at a critical time in their history and inspiring them to demand justice and sovereignty; and about the music, people, and events that shaped Israel and his career.
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Like New in Very Good jacket. Signed by Author DJ slight edgewear, no tears. Oversized/heavy book-NO international shipping for this item. Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, born in 1959, the year Hawai'i became a state, rose to unrivaled celebrity on the strength of his one-in-a-million voice and a four-string 'ukulele. His phenomenal hit "Over the Rainbow" propelled his Facing Future album to Platinum status. His voice has been heard around the world in blockbuster films, television shows, and advertisements. IZ: Voice of the People is a portrait in words and over 200 photos of the man behind the music--his childhood, his early year with the Ma kaha Sons of Ni'ihau, his solo career, his personal struggles and successes. It is about fame, but it is also about triumph over adversity and loss; about standing up for the people of Hawai'i at a critical time in their history and inspiring them to demand justice and sovereignty; and about the music, people, and events that shaped Israel and his career.
"Iz, Voice of the People" is a stunningly photographed tribute to Hawaii's "Gentle Giant" of music. Rick Carroll does not attempt to whitewash the events of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's turbulent life: instead, he gives a balanced and loving portrayal of Iz that allows the singer's wonderful heart to show through. Carroll interweaves the history of Hawaiian music with its effects on Iz's life and his political activism.
Although the book may seem a bit pricey, it is high quality, both in terms of production and content. Included are never before seen photographs contributed by Iz's wife, Marlene Ku'upua Kamakawiwo'ole, as well as memorabilia from his career.
I highly recommend this book for Iz's many fans and anyone who loves Hawaii and its people.