This anthology of Hawaii’s 1940s Super Group features Andy Cummings on guitar and lead vocals, Ralph Alapa’i on
‘ukulele, Joe Diamond on bass, David Nalu on steel guitar, & Gabby Pahinui on slack key guitar. Gabby Pahinui is
remembered today as the premier exponent of the Hawaiian slack key guitar. Andy Cummings vast musical talents,
radiant personality, and prolific songwriting kept us company for 81 years, from 1913 to 1995. Andy’s appeal to
all generations stemmed from his unique and refreshing approach to songs both old & new as well as an easily
recognizable sound featuring his clear & lofty falsetto vocals. Andy Cummings signature song remains the single
most popular refrain about Hawaii’s most recognizable locale, Waikiki. WAIKIKI is a sweet and heavenly composition
that evokes the most beautiful images & memories. Andy’s flair for swing permeated his arrangements and
compositions with style and grace. He had a knack for composing and arranging songs that featured catchy lyrics
wrapped in a memorable melody. His flair for producing a hip tune for the young crowd, in addition to performing
traditional classics for the elders, attracted fans of all ages. This anthology is classic 1940’s Hawaii at it’s
best!

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