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"Round and Around" by Mike Lundy. This is why I love Hawaiian rare groove music. Mike Lundy's "Round and Around" encircles my head with a laid back tropical groove. Mike blends the perfect balance of jazzy pop and funk. I can't get enough of this track!

"So Sassy" by Mike Lundy To prove my point about Mike Lundy's "The Rhythm of Life" being a masterpiece, here's another gem from the LP. This one's called "So Sassy": Subscribe to Aloha Got Soul on Youtube.

"If This Was Your Last Song" by Loyal Garner Loyal Garner was one of Hawaii's most beloved singers. She embodied the spirit of aloha and soul of Hawaii. Her nickname was "Lady of Love". "If This Was Your Last Song" is a ballad from Loyal's self-titled album Loyal Garner, released on Paradise Records (SLP 814), circa 1984-1985. The LP is sometimes referred to as the S/T white album and features several great tracks, including "Destiny" and "Love Me Slowly". Loyal's first hit was "Blind Man in the Bleachers." She was also part of the group Local Divas, which includes Nohelani...

"Polynesian Girl" by Brandon Bray & Brown Spice You all know Nohelani Cypriano's "Lihue" hit from the Homegrown II compilation. But did you ever check out the Brandon Bray track on the LP? Wait—don't go to the turntable just yet. Why? Because you can watch Brandon Bray & Brown Spice on the Homegrown TV show. Flash back to 1974 Hawaii and turn on the television. (*edit, July 2020 — I lost the link to the video mentioned. If anyone finds it, please send an email.) You'll see Honolulu radio broadcaster Ron Jacobs in living color as the host of his...

"In My Eyes" by Stacie Johnson Any Lemuria fan knows that Stacie Johnson is a vocal powerhouse! But did you know that at age 13, Stacie recorded this soulful Motown track? Her vocal skills are immediately apparent--she's a natural talent! Enjoy.