The Quiet Village

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

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

Jeremy DeHart a/k/a/ Kane Manakoora, Mike Young/Mr. Moai & the TIkiheads, Darren Long of The Tiki Delights and your's truly talk about collaborating on our newest album, "Midday Mai Tais" and how to musically represent a day at the beach, goofing off. Album release: May 1, 2025

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.

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.

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

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

Velvet artist Wray & new Ernie Menehune CD reissues

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

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

Music of Les Baxter, Yma Sumac & Robert Drasnin

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Rare exotica found on YouTube

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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 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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.