George Chakiris is a highly underrated vocalist. Best known for his role as Bernardo in West Side Story, in this self-titled album, George Chakiris sings effortless renditions of some pop standards.
George Chakiris on AppleMusic
George Chakiris on Wikipedia
George Chakiris Sterling Silver Jewelry
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Opening scene of The Young Girls of Rochefort.
Wanda Sá (AKA Wanda de Sah) has the quintessential bossa nova singing voice: so sweet and gentle! It’s showcased beautifully in this American production on Capital from 1965.
Wanda Sá performs Água de Beber, 2007.
Wanda Sá and Roberto Menescal perform "Telefone"
Let’s head to the 1970s, the golden era for… belly dance? Indeed! This classic belly dance album that could be considered early “world fusion” with its traditional songs from the Middle East repackaged for American night clubs.
Juliana rocking the chainmaille costume
Flissy's version of the chainmaille costume
Joy of Belly Dancing on AppleMusic
Joy of Belly Dancing on Amazon
Joy of Belly Dancing LP on Smithsonian Folkways
About Juliana on the Occidental Dancer
Liner notes from Smithsonian Folkways release
My friend, Shems's, choreography to Miserlou
A lovely performance to Ya Mustapha by Naima
Listening to records isn't just a hobby, it's a lifestyle. A selection from RCA Custom's Hi-Fi Living series sets the mood for lounging and romance.
Behold, Flissy's divine Photoshop skills, circa 2004.
You'd think that by this album cover, you're in for some surf rock, but in fact, you'll find a collection of exotica themed pop songs with traditional Hawaiian vocal stylizations and sweet harmony. Easy listening for your next luau!
The Surfers at High Tide on AppleMusic
The Surfers at High Tide on Amazon
The Surfers on Oldies Connection
The Surfers on Heros 5-0
Just to be clear this is NOT The Surfers we talk about on the show. But we found this looking for The Surfers, and it's amazing so here ya go.