Joss Jaffe & Jim âKimo" West share stories and songs off their new album, Santhi. Grammy-winning, acclaimed slack key guitarist Jim âKimoâ West, the longtime guitarist in âWeird Alâ Yankovicâs band, and world percussionist/instrumentalist Joss Jaffe introduce their new unique global fusion album Santhi. Inspired by the spirituality and natural splendor of the famed Indonesian island of Bali, Santhiâs Sanskrit title means âpeaceful in spiritual and physical happinessâ. Listen to Santhi: https://ingrv.es/santhi-u1d-e Having never even seen Waikiki, JIM âKIMOâ WEST came right to the tiny village of Hana, Maui in 1985 and spent much of his time there for many years. It was in Hana where he first heard the music of Gabby Pahinui, Sons of Hawaii, Sonny Chillingworth, and Atta Isaacs. Already familiar with alternate tunings, the sound of ki hoâalu became rooted deep in his musical landscape. Kimo is regarded as one of the worldâs foremost âki hoâaluâ or Hawaiian âslack keyâ guitar artists and his music has garnered over seventy-five million spins on streaming services. He is a 2021 Grammy Winner for his recent CD, âMore Guitar Storiesâ and a 2019 Grammy nominee for âMoku Maluhia-Peaceful Islandâ. He is also a 2008 winner of the Hawaii Music Awards and four-time Na Hoku Hanohano (the Hawaiian âGrammyâ) nominee. He is also a two-time winner of the LA Treasures Award for his efforts in keeping this important acoustic guitar tradition alive. This warm and engaging fingerpicked guitar style has its roots in 1840âs Hawaii, when Mexican vaqueros first brought guitars to the Big Island of Hawaii. If you saw the Oscar-winning film, âThe Decendantsâ you have experienced this great acoustic guitar tradition. Kimo is a veteran of Hawaiiâs famed slack key festivals as well as the So Cal Slack Key Festival every year from 2008 through 2018. He has shared the stage with almost all the worldâs top slack key players at one time or another. His numerous CDs feature many original compositions as well as inventive arrangements of the genresâ classic repertoire. His seventh CD, âGuitar Storiesâ goes beyond slack key, exploring other genres like West African guitar, Middle Eastern Music, and Americana. âSlackers In Paradiseâ features duets with slack and steel guitar legend, Ken Emerson, and his latest CD, âMoku Maluhia-Peaceful Islandâ is a mix of ânahenaheâ or very relaxing compositions. For his work as long-time guitarist with âWeird Al,â he has earned four Grammyâs and a Billboard #1 CD debut for 2015âs âMandatory Fun.â Kimo has also worked as a composer for film and TV for many years and maintains a sophisticated private studio in Los Angeles. He has composed music for features films, network TV shows and specials and cable shows. His slack key compositions have been used in many feature films, TV spots, and documentaries. JOSS JAFFE is a world musician known for his unique blend of musical influences and genres. Born in Santa Barbara, Jaffe took an early interest in music, learning guitar, piano, drums, and tabla as a child. After high school, he attended UC Berkeley, honing his skills in composition and improvisation and as a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist in ensembles of African, Gamelan, and Middle Eastern music. Music. His music ranges from modern pop and reggae to soothing, brainwave-entraining compositions for relaxation, yoga, and meditation. Today, Jaffe continues to pioneer pushing musical boundaries with his experimental recordings and live performances. His leadership of his band at premiere yoga conferences and transformational festivals is a testament to his influence. Jaffeâ;s founding of the record label Artizen, which serves as a platform for dynamic cross-cultural collaborations with talented musicians worldwide, underscores his role as a bridge-builder in the music industry. His creative approach to music has inspired fans and fellow artists, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration. https://jossjaffe.bandcamp.com Host Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest truth and live our brightest life. https://www.instagram.com/yogi_bon/ Subscribe and listen now on  @TheClubParanormal your favorite podcast platform to join us in this compelling journey into the darkness. Please Like, Subscribe and Share today's show, Please visit www.ClubParanormal.com for more information about upcoming shows.
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