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Member Since: 1/5/2007
Band Website: Coming Soon! bryantolentino.com
Band Members: Mahalo to:
Greg Sardinha and Sma'Kine Studio.
Steve Kramer - Engineer,
Dave Tucciarone - Mastering,
Lezlie Kiaha - Photography and Graphics,
Karen Keawehawai'i - Liner Notes,
My Family and Friends.Members on the CD:
Asa Young, Bryan Tolentino, Chris Kamaka, Del Beazley, Hoku Zuttermeister, Adj. Larioza, Ocean Kaowili, Kaiali'ili'i Kamaka, Nayrb Onitnelot
Influences: Eddie Kamae, Peter Moon, Ohta-San, Byron Yasui, Benny Chong, Jake Shimabukuro, Herb Jr.---------------------------------------------------------
- La'amaikahiki Festival, TahitiClick on Photos to activate ControlsKALAMA DAY'S 2007
Sounds Like: Distributor : Aloha Music International @ BookLines.com.
CD can be purchased at online stores and at Borders, Wal-Mart, Sam Goody's and most Major Retail CD stores
---------- REVIEW : Posted on: Sunday, July 31, 2005
ISLAND SOUNDS
Pride permeates Tolentino's 'ukulele CD
By Wayne Harada
Advertiser Entertainment Writer
"KA 'UKULELE LELE" BY BRYAN TOLENTINO;
SIDE ORDER PRODUCTIONS
• Genre: 'Ukulele instrumentals; some Hawaiian vocals.
• Distinguishing notes: Bryan Tolentino's solo CD debut handsomely and discreetly shows off his passion for his instrument. His strumming is precise — gentle when the mood is tranquil, fiery when there's excitement and vigor in the piece.
Mostly, it's about joy. Listen to the frisky "Little Rock Getaway," which really isn't Hawaiian but comes off as kanikapila, a swaying, backyard hoedown. He shares oldies (Alvin Isaacs' "Analani E," Elizabeth Alohikea's "Radio Hula"), a couple of newbies from his pen ("Mililani Morning," "Ka 'Ukulele Lele") and puts a new spin on other local faves. With the Side Order Band, Tolentino adds voice to the sultry sounds of the past on Palani Vaughan's "Ka'a Ahi Kahului" and Mary Pukui's and Irmgard Aluli's "Ku'u Pete." Always, there's a sense of respect and admiration for the sources.
• The outlook: This should be Tolentino's ticket to the charts; as good friend Karen Keawehawai'i says in the liner notes, Tolentino plays from the heart. His performance reflects his pride.
• Our take: The CD title translates to "the soaring 'ukulele." In Tolentino's hands, the uke truly takes flight — and it's a joyous ride for the listener — as he demonstrates the versatility of the instrument.
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REVIEW : Island Mele
John Berger
Saturday, May 21, 2005
"Ka 'Ukulele Lele"
Bryan Tolentino
(Side Order Productions)Tolentino steps forward with a beautiful album of contemporary Hawaiian music. He opens and closes as a soloist, but works with an assortment of talented sidemen on the remaining songs, as they add acoustic and electric bass, slack key guitar and even the familiar donkey noises on "Ku'u Pete."
The musicians do a great job with well-crafted arrangements of several Hawaiian standards. They also put an unconventional spin on "Ka'a Ahi Kahului" by using the "Pardon me boy ... " line from "Chattanooga Choo Choo" as the intro to Palani Vaughan's song about a Maui railroad.
The title track showcases Tolentino on a Kamaka 8-string, with only electric bass behind him. "Over the Rainbow," a solo with no overdubs or enhancements at all, is a perfect closing number.
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REVIEW :NORTHWEST HAWAI‘I TIMES
Gregg Porter's Music Reviews
June 2005
BRYAN TOLENTINO: “Ka `Ukulele Lele†(Side Order)
One could easily argue that the `ukulele never went away, but there certainly seems to be a distinct resurgence in it’s popularity in recent years, particularly by those who feel it should be considered a serious instrument, capable of lead lines as beautiful as any guitar. Just look at recent successes of and attention paid to players like Herb Ohta, Jr., Jake Shimabukuro, Brittni Paiva, and David Kamakahi. Add to that list now Bryan Tolentino – he has handled `ukulele parts on a number of CDs for friends over the years, but this is his first solo project.
Tolentino has a gentle and tasteful way of playing, cleanly and without a lot of flash, yet it’s easy to hear what a virtuoso he is. Standout tracks include a softly-swinging rendition of Andy Iona’s classic, “How D’Ya Do†(with lovely ki ho`alu additions from guest Ocean Kaowili); “Analani E,†another old standard; the title track (one of his two original compositions on the album); and a nahenahe solo rendition of “Over the Rainbow.â€
His backup group, “The Side Order Band,†dates back to the early 1980s – though they have all gone on to distinct and successful musical careers since then, it’s a treat to hear how well Asa Young, Chris Kamaka and Del Beazley can blend together to support an old friend.
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1. Mililani Morning
2. Pu'uanahulu
3. Little Rock Getaway
4. How D'ya Do
5. Ku'u Pete
6. Analani E
7. Sunshine Keri
8. Ka 'Ukulele Lele
9. Hanauma
10. Radio Hula
11. Ka'a Ahi Kahului
12. Over the Rainbow
Record Label: Side Order Productions
Type of Label: Indie
