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WATCH: Digital documentary marks 25 years since release of IZ’s groundbreaking album, ‘Facing Future’
A quarter century later — and 21 years after his untimely death at the age of 38 — IZ’s popularity has only grown.
Talk about a chicken-skin moment: IZ’s memorable Na Hoku Hanohano performance
The stage was set for one of the most unforgettable, emotional reunions in Hawaiian music history.
‘The spirit of aloha’: IZ changed Hawaiian music forever. His legacy is so much more than that
In 1997, Hawaii lost a treasure.
Power of Palehua: How IZ got his inspiration for ‘Hawaii ’78’
"Hawaii ’78" was originally written by Mickey Ioane and performed by IZ’s former band, the Makaha Sons of Niihau.
New music video celebrates 25th anniversary of Iz’s album Facing Future
Facing Future remains the best-selling album in the history of Hawaiian music.
IZ’s ‘Facing Future’ at 25: A beloved artist — gone too soon — has become Hawaii’s voice to the world
We couldn’t have a better spokesman.
In 1993, IZ struck out on his own (with the help of some friends)
He had a successful career, but he wanted something more. This is the story of how IZ launched his solo career.
WATCH: Braddah Israel Kamakawiwo’ole’s legendary ‘Hot Hawaiian Nights’ performances
Relive some of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's most well-known musical performances that were taped for Hot Hawaiian Nights.
