When it comes to work boots, KEEN is one of the best brands out there. Based in Portland, Oregon, KEEN was founded back in 2003 by Martin Keen and Rory Fuerst and its founder is well-known for creating the Newport Sandals and later got into Read More …
I’ve been looking for a sunscreen that provides UVA/UVB protection and discovered NEUTRIHERBS Sunscreen SPF50 Vitamin C Sunscreen Lotion which provides both Vitamin E and Vitamin C and happens to also be SPF50. This suntan lotion has zinc oxide, antioxidant-rich botanicals and plant derived stem Read More …
If there is one surf brand that I have consistently worn since I was in high school, it’s Billabong. Billabong is an Australian surf company which was founded in the Golden Coast, Queensland in 1973 by Gordon and Rena Merchant and the name is derived Read More …
Abbot Kinney Apothecary is a company which crafts its hair products in Los Angeles. The company sells two products, their Men’s 3-in-1 Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash and their Beard Oil. I’m reviewing the Tea Tree Men’s 3-in-1 Shampoo (also available is their Energizing Citrus Read More …
In China, Qi Gong is a centuries old system which people learn about body posture, movement, breathing and meditation. It’s viewed in China as a way to have a balance qi (life energy) and many people in China practice Qi Gong for exercise, relaxation, self-healing,meditation, Read More …
A fantastic album, especially for those who love Japanese pop (J-Pop) music and are also interested in ukulele or ukulele music. ARTIST: Herb Ohta, Jr. ALBUM: Cocolo: ‘Ukulele J-Ballads LABEL: Victor Entertainment Inc., Japan CATALOG #: (VICP-64726) DURATION: 53 Minutes RELEASE DATE: 2009 DISC: 1. Read More …
When the weather gets warmer, I start moving towards wearing boardshorts. As a kid who surfed, I have always loved wearing boardshorts but I could only get a pair or two as boardshorts were (and still are) a bit expensive. I remember family talking about Read More …
I have numerous ukulele in my collection but what is my first store bought uke? It’s actually a Lanikai LU22CGC Concert Ukulele, which I purchased at a Guitar Center store. You start to learn that many major guitar shops tend to sell Lanikai. But what Read More …
If you want to listen to awesome music from the group that left their mark on Hawaiian music, definitely give “Best of Pure Heart” a try! Recommended! Back in 1999, three young guys in their early 20’s bursted into the Hawaiian music scene as the Read More …
As a person who casually paints for art or hobbyist (ie. plastic models specifically “Gunpla”) work, I tend to use acrylic paints when I needed a matte finish. What I like about Arteza’s Craft Acrylic Paint set is that it’s a premium set which contains Read More …
The next ukulele I am reviewing is the Islander AT-4EQ Acacia Tenor Ukulele. Kanile’a is one of the 4K’s of Hawaii that produced high quality ukulele and like the other ukulele brands that are part of the 4K’s (Kamaka, Kaniele’a, Ko’olau and Ko’Aloha), knowing that Read More …
Although I do not eat much carbs, I do partake in bread once in awhile. During these tough times, I have contemplated making my own bread and I figured I wanted to try, but now EliteGourmet has made it easier for me to make bread. Read More …
Fara Coffee is a company based which produces and exports shade-grown, hand picked gourmet coffee. The company has been growing 100% SHG Arabica coffee beans on their family-owned farms in the mountainous rainforest of Matagalpa, Nicaragua for five generations. The company is also environmentally sensitive Read More …
Taimane Gardner is probably the most well-known female ukulele artist worldwide. Born in Honolulu, Taimane (which means “diamond” in Samoan) is of Samoan, German, Irish, French and Swedish descent. At the age of 13, she was discovered by Don Ho and studied under Jake Shimabukuro. Read More …
Back in 1994, Ortega was a guitar manufacturer based in Germany which wanted to produce guitars which everyone can play and afford but also crafting guitars in the Spanish tradition. They have since becoming a major guitar brand worldwide producing a large variety of instruments Read More …
For those who have never purchased “Legend” and are curious about “Legend 30th Anniversary Edition”, just know that “Legend” is an essential album for any music collector and reggae music fan. Highly recommended! ARTIST: Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole TITLE: Iz in Concert: The Man and Read More …
These days, Probiotics is important in promoting a healthy gut. More specifically supporting your digestive system with healthy bacteria and maintaining the digestive system’s natural balance. But for some, tablet form is not going to do it for them and some opt for gummies. Zen Read More …