we are the children
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By droidles
When I moved from Cali to Hawaii in 1977, I was blown away by how much good music was happening here and not being heard on "the mainland". Country Comfort was one of the most popular and distinctive local groups of that time, creating a nice blend of Hawaiian themes and catchy "pop" sounds. Lead singer Billy Kaui (rest in peace) posessed a deep, soulful voice which set the group apart from most of the other bands of the time. Songs such as "We Are the Children" and especially "Waimanalo Blues", one of the prettiest and saddest songs about losing one's cherished homeland ever recorded, remain iconic and powerful all these years later. Listen!