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Wish I could post a YouTube video for you, but currently my computer is at factory settings and all my programs gone... oh, well, music is music! I found George Street's "Magic Lady"—finally—after waiting too long to hear it. Yes, this is my first time ever listening to their music, and I say "they" because the band consists of: Gordon Kim, guitar and vocals Gail Mack, vocals Steven Min, guitar and vocals And get this, Nueva Vida was their backing band. Who's that? If you've been following my blog (and anticipating the show tomorrow) then you'll recognize Nueva Vida. They...

"You Are The Only One" by Mackey FearyAccompanied by Kenji Sato on bass & vocals. Additional backup vocals by Maurice Bega. From the LP "Pacific Paradise" (Japan release, CBS/Sony 1983).

Aloha Got Soul is moving fast this week. There's the 70s Nightclub Reunion this Saturday, the high def DVD that's available for preorder, a glimpse of the Lil' Albert "Movin' In" album (which I'll be sharing in more depth real soon). Oh and there's the 2011 Na Hoku follow-ups that I still need to post with more photos from the awards ceremony. And now this. Five Hawaiian soul musicians on one BBE compilation. This is quite an accomplishment, especially for a mix CD with 16 songs total... way to go Hawaii for repping the Aloha sound! Cover art for Americana:...

"Movin' In" by Lil Albert From the 1978 album "Movin' In" on Silvercloud Records. If you ever come across this album, buy it right away. Every track is killer Hawaiian AOR/Soul music—it's almost too good to be true. Trust me!

As of July 5th, 2011, DVDs are $40 plus shipping while supplies last! Email Irwin aka 'Supes' for more details and to order your DVD today. ... Original post: For all of you who won't witness the final 70s Night Club Reunion, where Hawaiian R&B/disco/funk bands like Aura, Phase VII, Power Point and Greenwood will perform, here's your chance to see them live! Check it out: all of the live performances from Hawaii's hottest acts (from the 70s, that is) are being recorded to high definition DVD! Plus, the audio will be directly recorded from the mixer for the best...