The Quiet Village Podcast

The Quiet Village 138: The Swongos Sep 19, 2024

The Swongos visit to talk about their new record, plus The Arthur Lyman Radio Hour by Thomas Mackay, new music by Kolumbo and Mark Riddle (me).

Quiet Village 137: Georg Balandran Pt 2 Aug 29, 2024

Guest Georg Balandran returns with a ton of French Hawaiian records under his arms for all of us to enjoy. Part 2 of 2

SONGS:

• Intro: Road to Hana / Mark Riddle / Lahaina Sunset

• Song of the Islands / Danny Stewart / Song of the Islands

• Swamp Fire / Tiki Paradise / Mysterious Safari of Tropical Melodies

• Hawaii Nous Appelle / Gino Bordin / Le Disque d’Or de la Guitare Hawaiian

• L’Amour S’en Vient / Les Hawaiians Troubadours / Hawaii, Hawaii

• Moon Over Burma / Marcel Bianchi / The Hawaiian Guitar of Marcel Bianchi

• Amour d’Hawaii (Hawaiian Love) / The Hawaiian Troubadors / Hawaiian Memories

• La Mer / Le Coconados El Leurs Guitars Hawaiiannes / Douce France

• Moorea Wahinnee / John Taaroa / Hawaiian Guitar - O Tahiti

• Fly To Hawaii / Jean Hemmer / Guitar Hawaiienne

• Zou Bisou Sisou / The Martini Kings / Bossa Nova Go!!

• C’est Tres Joli / Sandy Warner / Fair and Warner

• J’attendrai / Hawaiian Village Serenaders / Tapa Room Live 1

• (background music) Valse Moderne / John Leach and George Fenton

Quiet Village 136: Georg Balandran Pt 1 Aug 29, 2024

Guest Georg Balandran returns with a ton of French Hawaiian records under his arms for all of us to enjoy. Part 1 of 2

SONGS: Intro: Road To Hana / Mark Riddle / Lahaina Sunset

• Kona Love / Ida Brun / En Passant Par Hawaii

• Une Hirondelle / Stephan Kubiak Et Są Guitare Hawaiienne / Aloha Oe

• La Playa / Jan Marnia et sa Guitar Hawaiienne / Jan Marnia

• Pretty Red Hibiscus / Les Wailikis / Aloha Hawaii

• Honeymoon in Moorea / Les Hawaiians Serenaders / Hawaii

• Jungle Drums / John Gart / Exotica

• Tropical Call / Nino Nardini & Roger Roger / Jungle Obsession

• Plaisir d’Amour / Ken Olomo Hawaiians / Von Tahiti bis Hawaii

• Here’s To You / Julien Caruana / Week-end A Hawaii

• Quiet Gnossienne / L’Exotighost / Kimono

Quiet Village 135 Jul 24, 2024

New Exotica from Mr Moai & the Tiki Heads, The Tiki Delights, Ixtahuele and yours truly. Plug mug release news and some great vintage tracks.

Quiet Village 134: Leslie Baxter pt 2 Apr 30, 2024

The chat continues with Leslie Baxter as she gives us more insights into her Dad, his world and his music.

Quiet Village 133: Leslie Bexter pt 1 Apr 26, 2024

Leslie Baxter, daughter of Les Baxter talks about her dadLeslie Baxter, daughter of famed composer Les Baxter visits the Quiet Village and shares wonderful stories about growing up inside the Wonderful World of Les Baxter. Part 1 of 2.

Quiet Village 132: with Mike Young Mar 31, 2024

Feat. Mike Young from Mr. Moai & the Tikiheads

Quiet Village 131 Feb 23, 2024

New music from the Tiki Delights & Jim Fiegen, Latin Exotica + the earliest use of Exotica term and more great vintage Exotica.

Quiet Village 130 Jan 23, 2024

New music from Mr. Moai & the Tiki Heads, Slowly & the Boats, and new vintage tunes courtesy of Don J.

Quiet Village 129 Sep 29, 2023

New music from Brett Barnes, The Hypnotiques, The New Les Baxter Orch., Tiki Joe's Ocean, Bo Axelzon and myself. Plus an Aloha to Jimmy Buffett.

Quiet Village 128: with Ron Ferrell Aug 28, 2023

Ron Ferrell talk about Tiki in movies and historic Ventura County Tiki temples as we both get tipsy on Drifter's Reef cocktails.

Quiet Village 127: Music for Maui Aug 15, 2023

I play music about Maui and Lahaina in remembrance of the lives lost and effected by the fires.

Quiet Village 126: from the Bamboo Club Jul 23, 2023

Recorded LIVE at the Bamboo Club in Long Beach, CA with guests Bamboo Ben, Sunshine Tiki of Zen Tiki Lounge Podcast & Dustin Rodriguez, manager of the Bamboo Club. We get hammered and blather on and on like idiots. Extra special Mahalos to Zen Tiki Lounge!

Quiet Village 125: Jordan Reichek Jun 19, 2023

Jordan Reicheck, producer of Exotikon talks about the first LA-Based Exotica weekend event to be held June 23, 24, 25, 2023! Plus an Aloha to Astrud Gilberto and new tunes from the Sweet Enough and Mona Fong.

Quiet Village 124 May 23, 2023

Releases from Ernie Menehune, Mr Moai and the Tiki Heads, music from Rubin Stein & the Dictaphone, John Zorn, Te Vaka, The Tradewinds Orchestra and more.

Quiet Village 123 May 06, 2023

Featuring the newest release from your host DigiTiki. Plus tunes by the Tiki Vibes, Rene Paulo, Arthur Lyman, and more.

Quet Village 122 Apr 07, 2023

New music from The Poly-Tones, The Tiki Delights, Honolulu Transport, Mr. Moai & the Tikiheads, and few classics thrown in for good measure.

Quiet Village 121: Rene Paulo Tribute Mar 22, 2023

A tribute to the late great Hawaiian pianist Rene Paulo

Quiet Village 120: Skip Heller pt 2 Dec 14, 2022

The crime wave continues with more Film Noir crime jazz tunes and talk with Skip Heller, part 2 of 2

Quiet Village 119: Film Noir with Skip Heller pt 1 Dec 14, 2022

Skip Heller visits to talk about his newest Film Noir music project and the genre in general. Part 1 of 2.

Quiet Village 118: Hawaii Calls Japanese CDs Oct 19, 2022

Feat. the rare Japanese CD reissues of classic Hawaii Calls albums

Quiet Village 117 Aug 22, 2022

Music from Hawaii Calls, Shark Alley Hobos and Vangelis plus great tunes from my buddy Georg.

Quiet Village 116: Live from Le Fern Jul 09, 2022

Recorded live at Le Fern, Rory Snyder's (The Reef Bar) newest bar at the Caliente Tropics, Palm Springs. Interviews with Rory Snyder, Hondo from Cutwater Spirits, John Mulder and Kari Marlow.

• Intro (Theme from The Tiki Wonder Hour / Combustible Edison / I, Swinger)

• Jungle Flower / Martin Denny / Exotica (stereo)

• Interview with Hondo from Cutwater Spirits

• Suck'em Up (Live) / Don Ho / Don Ho Again!

• Interview with Rory Snyder - What is a fern bar?

• Scotch and Soda / Lou Rawls / Ultra-Lounge: Hey Bartender

• Kari Marlow interview

• Two Ladies in the Shade of the Banana Tree / Ethel Azama / Exotic Dreamers

• Bo Mambo / Yma Sumac / Mambo!

• Agua de Beber / Astrud Gilberto / Silver Collection

• An Occasional Man / Anita O'Day & Cal Tjader / Time for Two

• Mamblues / Cal Trader / Mambo with Trader

• Interview with John Mulder

• Baia / Arthur Lyman / Bahia

• Now Is the Hour / Hawaii Calls / Waikiki

Quiet Village 115 May 05, 2022

Newly discovered Exotica tracks from Soundcloud, new track by Freeman Leverett, reissue of George Greeley classic album and much more great Tiki music. TRACKS:

• Intro (Theme from The Tiki Wonder Hour / Combustible Edison / I, Swinger)

• Open Up To Love (Instrumental) / Freemen Leverett

• Jungle Village / Adam Axelzon (mixcloud)

• Song of the Islands / George Greeley / The Most Beautiful Music of Hawaii

• Island Dellerium / Electrospinner

• Wailele Huna / Kpe Kahuna (Mark Perno)

• Virgin of the Sun God (Rhythmicity Edit) / Yma Sumac & Shadowseat

• Flamingo / Michiko Hamamura / Japan’s Teen Queen

• Tiare (Lovely Flower of Tahiti) / Kalua Beach Boys / Reader’s Digest Aloha Hawaii (6 LP set)

• Makalapua / Bobby Hammock / Lovely Hula Hands

• Jailhouse Rock / Michiko Hamamura / Japan’s Teen Queen

Quiet Village 114: with Hanford Lemoore Apr 23, 2022

Hanford Lemoore, the proprietor of Tiki Centeral.com visits to talk about the famed tiki message boards inception, decline and comeback.

Quiet Village 113 Mar 04, 2022

Ultra rare Japanese CD reissues of Hawaiian LPs. Feat. Phil Moore, Hawaii Calls, Gene Rains Group and Arthur Lyman

Quiet Village 112: Easy LIstening Goes Hawaiian, Vol. 2 Feb 15, 2022

The cheese keeps flowing with more mid-century easy listening artists take a dip in the South Seas. feat.:

• Opening Theme & Blue Hawaii / George Liberace and His Orchestra / Hawaiian Album

• Hawaiian Medley (LIVE) / Liberace / Looking Back

• South Sea Island Magic / Frank Chacksfield / South Sea Island Magic

• Some Enchanted Evening / Les Baxter and His Orchestra / South Pacific

• The Moon of Manakoora / Huge Winterhalter and His Orchestra / Goes Hawaiian

• Harbor Lights / The Knightsbridge Strings / Hawaii

• Flamingo / Ferrante & Teicher / Pianos in Paradise

• On The Beach At Waikiki / Muzzy Marcellino / Whistling on the Beach at Waikiki

• My Little Grass Shack in Kealakekua Hawaii / George Greeley / The Most Beautiful Music of Hawaii

• Hawaiian Paradise / Billy Vaughn / Blue Hawaii

• Hawaiian War Chant / Werner Muller / Hawaiian Swing

• Sweet Leilani / Sammy Kaye / Swing and Sway in Hawaii

• Little Brown Gal / Ted Auletta & His Orchestra / Hawaii for the Young at Heart

• Kalua / Andre’ Kostelanetz / The Lure of Paradise

• You’re So Vein / Longines Symphonette Society / Enchanted Island

• Farewell (For Just A Little While) / Axel Stordahl, His Orchestra and Chorus / The Magic Islands Revisited

Quiet Village 111: Easy Listening Goes Hawaiin, Vol 1 Jan 29, 2022

Easy listening artist's musical trips to the Islands. Feat. Lawrence Welk, Mantovani, Henry Mancini, Ray Conniff, Jackie Gleason and more.

Quiet Village 110: Country Goes Hawaiian Jan 17, 2022

We take a look at the American Country music artists that ventured into Hawaiian music. Includes songs by Hank Snow, Marty Robbins, Roy Rogers, Willie Nelson, Burl Ives, Jerry Byrd, Buddy Merrill, Bob Wills, Les Paul, and many more.

Quiet Village 109: Crooners Go Hawaiian Jan 10, 2022

This episode looks at the American pop crooners of the 50's & 60's as they begin to include Hawaiian songs in their songbooks and even record full Hawaiian themes albums. Includes Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Perry Como, Connie Francis, Bing Crosby and more.

Quiet Village 108 Dec 22, 2021

An audio tribute to the recently closed Oceanic Arts in Whittier, CA.

Quiet Village 107 Oct 27, 2021

New music from Don Nuzzo, El Borko, Jim Fiegen, The Manakooras, and vintage tunes supplied by Georg Balandran.

Quiet Village 106: Restaurant & Live records, pt 3 Sep 15, 2021

pt 3 of 3, even more live and restaurant Tiki records.

Quiet VIllage 105: Restaurnt & Live Records, Pt. 2 Aug 21, 2021

More rare records and live albums recorded at or promoting Tiki restaurants.

Quiet Village 104: Restaurant Records pt 1 Aug 18, 2021

Rare records and live albums recorded at or promoting Tiki restaurants.

Quiet Village 103 Jul 28, 2021

Tracks from Xtahuele's new "Dharmaland" Eden Ahbez release, plus tunes by Jim Fiegen, Don Nuzzo, Te Vaka and more

Quiet Village 102: George Balandran Jun 10, 2021

Listener Georg visits and brings a bunch of German Hawaiian records--A new discovery!

Quiet Village 101 Apr 25, 2021

Something old, something new; tiki tunes found recently on Bandcamp, suggestions from listeners and some vintage music for good measure.

Quiet Village 100: with Martin Denny Apr 05, 2021

Its the 100th episode! To celebrate I feature a rare full interview with Martin Denny--the father of Exotica.

Quiet Village 99: Tim "Swanky" Glazner Mar 05, 2021

Author and co-founder of Hukilau talks about his book on the Mai-Kai, latest updates on the restaurant and his upcoming Don the Beachcomber biography book and movie.

Quiet Village 98: with Bob & Wendy Cripe Jan 29, 2021

Bob & Wendy Cripe share their exotica finds and music I don't have! Plus, latest news on Kowloon & Mai-Kai closures and the passing of Dawn Wells.

Quiet Village 97: Frank Luna Dec 22, 2020

Frank Luna, longtime friend and archivist for Ernie Menehune visits to talk about his work restoring and reissuing Ernie's albums on CD.

Quiet Village 96: Darren Long Nov 10, 2020

Darren Long of the Tiki Delights visits to talk about his lates release "Lounging with the Tiki Delights"

Quiet Village 95: Velvet artist Wray Oct 21, 2020

Velvet artist Wray & new Ernie Menehune CD reissues

Quiet Village 94: Reckless Night Ensemble Sep 08, 2020

Skip Heller & Nick Ornelas of the Reckless Night Ensemble discuss their new release "PanAmericanos" the music of Lalo Guerrero and Raymond Scott

Quiet Village 93 Aug 15, 2020

A take on some modern exotica and a message to my listeners.

Quiet Village 92: with Tom Duncan May 25, 2020

Rocket scientist Tom Duncan joins me to talk about his excellent detective work in uncovering more facts about Gene Rains and other notable Hawaiian music artists.

Bali-Hai Bonus May 01, 2020

Nothing but version of the song Bali-Hai. Because...why not?

Quiet Village 91 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 2 May 01, 2020

The craziness continues with guests Sean & Dea as we explore Exotica's connection to Broadway.

Quiet Village 90 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 1 Apr 30, 2020

Friends Dea & Sean join this COVID-19 edition as we discuss Broadway show tunes performed by Exotica artists.

Relaxing Tiki Bonus Mix Mar 20, 2020

In these trying times, a little escape is a good thing. Enjoy this all soft Exotica mix coupled with jungle birds and gentle rain and thunder to whisk you away to the Quiet Village.

Quiet Village 89 Mar 15, 2020

Rare vintage records that i cannot find digital copies of anywhere.

Quiet Village 88: YouTube Exotica Jan 26, 2020

Rare exotica found on YouTube

Quiet Village 87: Music For a Spookilau Vol. 2 Oct 30, 2019

The much requested second installment of music for your Halloween tiki party

Quiet Village 86: Ghosting Martin Denny Jun 25, 2019

New exotica by Don Nuzzo; the Universal vault fire; Ghosting Martin Denny's catalog with Kerry Byrnes

Quiet Village 85: IntoxiKA May 27, 2019

Thomas Mackay & Augie Lopaka Colon Jr. of IntoxiKA stop by. Plus music by The Martini Kings, Lisa Ono, Te Vaka and more

Quiet Village 84: Darren Long Apr 22, 2019

Artist, musician and author Darren Long visits the Quiet Village to talk about his new book about the Omni Hut tiki restaurant in Tennessee. He also talks about his Tiki band, The Tiki Delights. Plus, music from UC Santa Barbara's Edison cylinder archiv

Quiet Village 83: Lisa Ono Dec 29, 2018

Interview with Bossa Nova artist Lisa Ono. Songs: "Girl from Ipanema", "In The Mood", "Non-Stop to Brazil", "Blue Hawaii", "Nani Wai'Ale Ale", "Sway It, Hula Girl", plus exclusive live recording of "Moon Rier" live in Los Angeles, October, 2018.

Quiet Village 82: I'm Back! Sep 30, 2018

After a long hiatus, I'm back. This show features stuff I've been meaning to play and music I've discovered on my break. Feat. Lisa Ono, Monster Rally, On Fillmore, Kava Kon, Paul Page, Jim Feigen, and more.

Quiet Village 81 Mar 22, 2017

New music from Christopher De Groot; tiki music news; the music of "Moana"; Tiki Joe's Ocean; Monster Rally; Gene Rains; Jim Fiegen; Kava Kon; and many more

Quiet Village 80: Makahiki event producers Nov 04, 2016

Makahiki event producers join me and bring music from Roland Remington, Hoosier Haoles, The Troubadours and more. Plus new tunes by Ixtahuele, Mike Hoffman, Jim Fiegen and Paul Page.

Quiet Village 79: Plethora of Percussion Sep 08, 2016

A trip into the world of Percussion albums from the 50's & 60's. We explore kitschy and quirky song from the era when everyone was releasing albums with the term "percussion" in the title.

Quiet Village 78: Live from Don The Beachcomber May 11, 2016

Live from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG

Quiet Village 78: Live from Don The Beachcomber May 11, 2016

Live from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG

Quiet Village 77: Mark & Maggie Bloom Mar 30, 2016

Mark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass talk about their new art endeavor Tales From The Trash, coming to LA. Plus, Alika Lyman Group LP announcements and new music from Renn Loa and much more!

Quiet Village 76: in memory of Diana Lai Mar 13, 2016

Dedicated to the memory of Diana Lai, first hostess of the Enchanted Tiki Room. Also featuring new music by Jim Fiegen, Ding Dong Devils, Slide Night and more.

The Quiet Village 75: Korla Pandit feat. John Turner Jan 30, 2016

The musical world of Korla Pandit, the original Godfather of Exotica with John Turner, the creator of the new film "Korla". John talks about Korla's music, his effects on the public and his hidden secret.

Quiet Village 74 Dec 02, 2015

Music by Robert Drasnin, Jim Fiegen, The Turfmen, Les Baxter, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Stolen Idols, Kava Kon and many more

Quiet Village 73: Robert Drasnin memorial Nov 02, 2015

A tribute show to late Robert Drasnin, noted film and TV composter, professor and creator of one of the seminal Exotica records for any Tiki music lover. Freaturing interviews Skip Heller & Jeff Chenault.

Quiet Village 72: In memory of Ernie Menehune Aug 05, 2015

Dedicated to the late Ernie Menehune - with interviews from Siouxzan Perry, Jeff Chenault & Mark & Maggie Bloom

Quiet Village 71 Feb 21, 2015

A loot at the "Exotica Classics" 2 CD collection and music from Tiki Joe's Ocean, Rains, Lyman Denny and more.

Quiet Village 70: Paul Conrad Nov 15, 2014

Paul Conrad: original pianist and arranger for the Gene Rains Group visits the Village to talk about his long and varied music career working with Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Ethel Azama, Anita O'Day and Bette Midler to name a few.

Quiet Village 69: Rory Snyder & Sonny Moon Sep 30, 2014

Rory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente and Sonny Moon, lead singer of Nutty, visit to talk about the Mod Palm Springs weekend event. Plus, music by Alika Lyman, Ixtahuele, Gene Rains and more.

Quiet Village 68: with Randy Poe Aug 19, 2014

Interview with Randy Poe, author, music historian and co-producer of the new Gene Rains CD talks about getting Gene Rains released. Plus new music from Ixtahuele and much more.

Quiet Village 67: Drew Farmer of Stolen Idols Jun 26, 2014

Drew Farmer of the Stolen Idols visit the Village to talk about the band's new album; Gene Rains release announcement; new digitial reissue by Ted Aulletta and of course, some great tunes.

Quiet Village 66: Alika Lyman May 09, 2014

Alika Lyman visits to talk about his new release and tribute to his Great Uncle Arthur Lyman, "Leis of Jazz, Vol. 2" as well as preview tracks from the Stolen Idols' new album "Moonlight Offerings."

Quiet Village 65: Spy Jazz Mar 12, 2014

GuestDavid Broussal, of Spy Bop Royale.com visits the Quiet Village as we explore the world of spy jazz. David shares some of his collection of ultra rare spy jazz records.

Quiet Village 64: Julius Wechter Jan 05, 2014

Interview with the family of Julius Wechter, vibraphonist for Martin Denny and founder of the Baja Marimba Band and so many more things.

Quiet Village 63 Jan 20, 2013

Music by Scott Peterson, The Martini Kings, Kitty Chow & Fisherman, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica and many more

Quiet Village 62: The Zombie Show with Jeff Berry & Eric October Oct 31, 2013

The ZOMBIE SHOW! Jeff "Beachbum" Berry talks about the Zombie cocktail and his new book on Caribbean drinks as Eric October, Manuel and I mix up every possible Zombie recipe we can find. You won't believe your ears as your liver is terrorized beyond imagination in this Halloween Zombie special.

Quiet Village 61: Rory Snyder Sep 22, 2013

Rory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente weekend event talks about his newest event, Mod-Palm Springs. We talk about Exotica's very close ties to Latin music. Plus, a big reveal.

Quiet Village 60: Nick Camera Aug 14, 2013

Nick Camera, founder of Tiki Magazine enjoys a Mai Tai at the Bali Hai restaurant in San Diego as he talks about the magazine. Also, new music from Darren Long and the Tiki Delights.

Quiet Village 59: Music for a Vegas Lounge Jun 16, 2013

You have a ticket for front row seat in the Quiet Village Casino Lounge for swinging' crooners and comedians

Quiet Village 58 May 28, 2013

New music from Ixtahuele & Darren Long; new CD reissues of Martin Denny classics and tunes from Kava Kon, Robert Drasnin, Skip Heller, Gene Rains and more.

Quiet Village 57 Apr 15, 2013

Songs by Martin Denny/Si Zenter, Kava Kon, Alex Keack, Tiki Joe's Ocean, Gene Rains and many more. Plus, news about the Amazon Associate Program and the announcement of the coming Quiet Village Radio.

Quiet Village 56 Mar 21, 2013

The closing of the Bahooka Restaurant, reissued albums from Roy Smeck, South Seas Serenaders, new release from Alika Lyman; the grand opening of the Quiet Village Gift Shop and much more news from the world of TIki.

Bob's Jazz Bonus Feb 24, 2013

Classic jazz tunes hand picked by Quiet Village guest Bob Martinez.

Quiet Village 55: Talking Jazz with Bob Martinez Feb 24, 2013

Bob Martinez visits the Quiet Village and brings his jazz records with him as we sit around and talk jazz.

Quiet Village 54 Jan 19, 2013

The latest news from the Quiet Village on new and noteworthy releases, thank you's to Eric and Simon for the amazing mugs and, as always, great music.

Quiet Village 53: Eric October Jan 01, 2013

Artist Eric October returns to guest host the show to blow your mind with some unexpected tunes. We also talk about how Eric came to Exotica music and his most recent art projects.

Quiet Village 52: Tonga Hut part 2 Nov 21, 2012

Part 2 of the field visit to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. I have another mai tai as patrons select their favorite tunes.

Quiet Village 51: Tonga Hut part 1 Nov 06, 2012

Travel to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. Regulars and friends stop by and make song requests and chat with DigiTiki. Meet Tonga Hut proprietors Amy Boylan & Jeremy Fleener as well as regulars John O, Tonga Tom and more.

Quiet Village 50 Sep 23, 2012

Celebrating the 50th show!! A solid hour of "Quiet Village".

Quiet Village 49: with Bill Raetz Aug 26, 2012

guest Bill Raetz, author of numerous pulp fiction books drops by the Village for a chat about his new book tiki spy thriller "Voodoo Lodge."

Quiet Village 48 Jun 07, 2012

Exotica from Ixtahuele, The Crazed Mugs, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica, Tiki Joe's Ocean and many more.

Quiet Village 47 Apr 17, 2012

Recent reissues of classic Exotica and Hawaiian music albums. Artists include: Ralph Font, Johnny Pineapple, Bobby Hackett, Luke Leilani, Rene Paulo and more

Quiet Village 46 Mar 21, 2012

Exotica, Polynesian, Hapa Haole and Lounge music from yesterday and today. Artists include Perry Como, Andy Williams, Arthur Lyman, Cal Tjader, Martin Denny, Gene Rains, and many many more great artists!

Quiet Village 22: Eric October Sep 19, 2009

Artist Eric October guest hosts, plays his exotica choices and interviews DigiTiki. Featuring the art of Eric October and the music of Pizzacatto 5, Les Baxer, Martin Denny, Frank Chacksfield, Connie Francis and much more.

Quiet Village 45: Crime Jazz Jan 29, 2012

The musical underworld of cops and robbers, dark alleys, badges and spies come the Quiet Village. Crime Jazz and Spy Jazz expose us to a few of the many stories in the naked city.

Quiet Village 44: guest Keith Pawlak Jan 16, 2012

Special guest Keith Pawlak, curator of the Exotica Archive at University of Arizona, Tucson visits to talk about the archives and his impressive collection of Capitol Records recordings.

Quiet Village 43 Nov 20, 2011

Tunes from the new Beachcomber's Corner database that is now part of the DigiTiki.com web site. A resource for the geek collector (like me) with listings of reissued classic Exotica, Hawaiian and Lounge LPs.

Quiet Village 42: with Jim Bacchi Oct 25, 2011

The Quiet Village is back in action with special guest Jim Bacchi who drops by to talk about the Tikiyaki Orchestra's new album "Aloha, Baby!" and their CD release party.

Quiet Village 41: The Music of Jackie Gleason Jun 16, 2011

Not many realize that Jackie Gleason was also a pioneer of mood music. Gleason spearheaded the production of 60 LP's of lush music. No talking, just lush lazy sounds of Jackie Gleason. So sit by the fire on your bear skin rug (with a mai tai of course) and enjoy the dreamy sounds of Jackie Gleason.

Quiet Village 40 May 28, 2011

An hour of great exotica, Hawaiian and lounge music

Quiet Village 39 May 15, 2011

New reissues of vintage exotica and lounge music

Quiet Village 38: with Brian O'Neill Apr 25, 2011

Guest Brian O'Neill, leader of Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica talks about his newest albums, plus new issued exotica

James Bond Themes Mar 01, 2011

Various versions of the James Bond Theme

Quiet Village 37: Music of 007, pt 2 Feb 27, 2011

The music of 007, part 2. Agent Joe Banks returns to the Quiet Village as we sip vesper martinis and geek out of the world and music of Agent 007. Dedicated to John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond.

Quiet Village 36: Music of 007 pt 1 Feb 02, 2011

Guest Scott Mabbut returns as we get smashed on Vesper martinis and geek out on the music of James Bond, Agent 007. This episode is dedicated to the memory of John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond. Join us as we get smashed on Vesper martinis.

Quiet Village 35: Kirby & Tikiyaki talk Gilligan's Island Nov 11, 2010

Tiki Artist Kirby & Musician Jim Bacchi visit the Village and talk about their upcoming Gilligan's Island-themed art show. Join us as we hang around the Quiet Village and chat about our favorite TV show...little buddy.

Quiet Village 34: Music for a Spookilau Oct 23, 2010

over 90 minutes of ghoulish tunes for your Spookilau Halloween party

Quiet Village 33: Bossa Nova Sep 09, 2010

Bossa Nova and Sambas from Brazil

Quiet Village 32 Aug 08, 2010

New release from the Beachcomber Trio, including vintage exotica from Augie Colon, Gene Rains, Tommy Garrett and more.

Quiet Village 31 Jun 28, 2010

New exotica reissues

Quiet Village 30 May 29, 2010

Director Scott Mabbutt guest hosts the Quiet Village and brings a rather eclectic mix of rare and unreleased tunes.

Quiet Village 29: Music of Gene Rains Apr 18, 2010

The music of Gene Rains; 1960's vibraphonist and widely considered the 3rd man of exotica.

Quiet Village 28: Mark & Maggie BLoom & Relight The Night Mar 24, 2010

Mark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass stop by the Quiet Village to discuss the Relight The Night event at the Kon Tiki restaurant in Tucson, Arizona; Tucson's tiki and mid-century history, inside information on the Kon Tiki Restaurant and their glass art.

Quiet Village 27: Ernie Menehune Feb 15, 2010

Interview with Hawaiian entertainer Ernie Menehune at his ranch in Tucson, AZ, plus new vintage exotica releases

Quiet Village 26: Andy Nazzal of Tiki Joe's Ocean Dec 14, 2009

guest: Andy Nazzal from Tiki Joe's Ocean is in the hut to talk about his new Tikified Christmas album, plus a wave of retro lounge and Hawaiian Holiday tunes!

Quiet Village 25 Nov 21, 2009

tunes from Skip Heller, Jimmy Virani, Martin Denny, Black Sombrero Brass and many more!

Quiet Village 24: Rare Vinyl e/Jeff Chenault, pt 2 Nov 02, 2009

Part 2 of my geek-out session with Exotica expert Jeff Chenault on ultra rare vinyl. Jeff previews one of the rarest restaurant recordings by the Kahiki Trio as well as tracks by Gene Rains, Frank Hunter, Jimmy Namaro and many more super rare LPs.

Quiet Village 23: Rare Vinyl w/Jeff Chenault, pt 1 Oct 19, 2009

Jeff Chenault, author and expert on Exotica discusses ultra rare vintage vinyl Exotica. Part 1 of 2. Featuring the music of Phil Moore, Paul Conrad, The Islanders, Arnie Aka-Nui, Gene Rains, Paul Page, George Hines and more.

Quiet Village 21 Aug 31, 2009

focus on vintage music available only as digital downloads

Quiet Village 20 Jul 01, 2020

Blast off as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with classic moon tunes.

Quiet Village 19: Rumpus Room Jul 01, 2020

Field trip to Kirby's Rumpus Room. Join all the gang hanging out every Tuesday at artist Kirby's new home bar called the Rumpus Room as we enjoy cocktails and tunes.

Quiet Village 18: Diana Lai Jun 17, 2009

Interview with Diana Lai - the first VIP Hostess for the Enchanted Tiki Room in Disneyland,.

Quiet Village 17: Music for a Luau May 11, 2009

By Popular demand, Music for your back yard luau. No talking, just great Hapa Haole Hawaiian music for fish and poi...and mai tais.

Quiet Village 16 Apr 12, 2009

Kava Kon, Chaino, Tiki Cowboys, Messer Chups, and much more

Quiet Village 15 Mar 20, 2009

Tiki tunes & Quiet Village Mai Tai recipe

Quiet Village 14: with Squid Mar 01, 2009

Special guest: Squid: Sculptor, illustrator, musician; visits the Quiet Village

Quiet Village 13 Jan 19, 2009

Exotica and Hawaiian tunes for bright sunny day!

Quiet Village 12: Hawaii Calls Jan 01, 2009

Focus on "Hawaii Calls" Radio program and recrodings

Christmas Bonus Dec 20, 2008

Two solid hours of nothing but cheesy Christmas lounging!

Quiet Village 11: Exotica Christmas Dec 09, 2008

Special Holiday episode featuring Hawaiian and Exotica Christmas tunes.

Quiet Village 10 Jul 01, 2020

Music of Les Baxter, Yma Sumac & Robert Drasnin

Quiet Village 9: Music For A Dark Bar Oct 25, 2008

Music For A Dark Bar - A full hour of exotica for drinking Mai-Tais in the Suffering Bastard Lounge

Quiet Village 8: Futurexotica II w/Robb Hamel Sep 27, 2008

Futurexotica pt. 2 - Interview with Robb Hamel-velvet artist

Quiet Village 7: Futurexotica, part 1 Sep 06, 2008

Futurexotica-Exotica from the now and tunes you may not have considered as, or not considered playing back to back with Exotica.

Quiet Village 6 Aug 21, 2008

Exotica, Hapa Haole & Lounge from yesterday and today

Quiet Village 5: Hukilau Jul 20, 2008

A trip to Florida for the annual Hukilau event

Quiet Village 4 Jun 07, 2008

Japanese CD reissues of vintage Hawaiian & Exotica LPs

Quiet Village 3 May 01, 2008

Interview with Jim Bacchi of the Tikiyaki Orchestra, plus great tiki tunes.

Quiet Village 2 Apr 13, 2008

Exotica tunes galore, Arthur Lyman CD feature

Quiet Village 1 Apr 04, 2008

Guest Tiki Kiliki, a trip to the Tiki Ti and Exotica tunes

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