A Moment of Tiki Episode 54: Music for a Dark Tiki Bar part 2

[@juliegrey5280]

Really enjoying this series of music!

[@LagoonofMystery]

Thank you, Julie! It was fun putting together--even if it turned out to be more work than expected!

[@battiki6904]

Love da' Tiki Mug...& your show!

[@LagoonofMystery]

Thank you!

[@stoneyhuntertravels2534]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm getting ready to start building my own tiki bar. You have given a lot of great information on this task. Thank you

[@LagoonofMystery]

Glad to be of service! Share your results, please!

[@V.R.CoryArt]

I loved the Moana soundtrack but didn't know an actual Hawaiian group made the music, I'm glad I know who they are now! You have a lot of good music suggestions I had never heard of before, I love that you have highlighted native Polynesian artists; my long-time interest in the specifically tribal art elements of what I later learned was part of "tiki culture" have ended up with me looking into actual authentic south-Pacific island cultures, which I probably would not have been inspired to do if I had not been exposed to random elements taken and put onto party decorations I saw. Tiki culture popularity is an awesome gateway for the average American (and people from other places) to learn about the real mythology, art, history, etc. of Polynesians, and you showing actual Hawaiian and other south-Pacific people's music alongside the more stereotypical tiki "faux-thentic" type exotica music I think is a nice way of making more tiki fans curious about learning about the authentic roots! And I've found learning about the native mythology is inspiring when creating new, unique elements in your own tiki themed set up!

[@LagoonofMystery]

Tiki has borrowed so much from Polynesian cultures, it just makes sense to include actual Polynesian artists in the discussion. Plus, the music they're making is fantastic!

[@prestonmizner2220]

Love the videos! I've already added many of your suggestions to my Spotify playlist. Unrelated: Love the Aggie ring!

[@LagoonofMystery]

Whoop! 😉

[@scottalexander4145]

Jamie . I sure do Enjoy your videos. I just rewatched the video where you carved the Maoi. Going to try to take a crack at that myself.Your videos are so helpful.Thank buddy.

[@LagoonofMystery]

Glad to be of inspiration! Just be safe and don't carve rotted and/or super-hard wood!

[@adambhoy]

YESSSSS!! I've been waiting for this one! Now I can't wait for part three, as I look forward to your thoughts on some of my favorites, which I'm guessing you'll be covering next (unless there will be a part FOUR haha!)!

[@LagoonofMystery]

I *hope* I touch on your favorites, but even at three episodes I'm barely skimming the surface! My suggestions are hardly comprehensive and if I don't mention a particular style or group that absolutely does not mean it's not worthy. 🙂

[@adambhoy]

@@LagoonofMystery oh I'm almost sure you will, they're biggies. I bet myself a mai tai that you would, so I'll win either way ;o)

[@abcolby]

Such a great couple of episodes (among lots of great episodes). I'm excited for part 3, but have some great listening to do while I wait. Have you ever considered curating a playlist on Apple Music or Spotify?

[@LagoonofMystery]

I'm not on Apple or Spotify, but I do have an eclectic KZbin playlist planned to coincide with part 3!

[@trinawelder8782]

I am at work but listened anyway. Tonight I will watch and make notes. I love that you are doing this deep dive into the music and sharing your knowledge. Thanks

[@LagoonofMystery]

Thank you, Trina! Certainly, not every artist or genre I suggest is going to appeal to everyone. I just hope to dispel that hoary old chestnut that Martin Denny on repeat is the only appropriate music for a tiki bar. There's a TREMENDOUS amount of diverse music that can work. Something that can fit anyone's aesthetic!

[@TheOriginalMarimoChan]

I'm the 100th like 😊

[@LagoonofMystery]

We thank you for your support! 😁

[@tzeca]

Now I want to find a tiki bar with Daikaju (surf with prog metal influences and giant monster themes) on the playlist. Man or Astro-man? is another good option for surf. Also, Anybody thinking tiki isn't also Caribbean needs to remember where their rum comes from. Is part three going to visit calypso and Jamaican dance hall?

[@LagoonofMystery]

In the past when folks tell me that Caribbean has no place in tiki I have asked if that means I can have their rum, and they get defensive real quickly! And yes, we hit on calypso next time out, and also touch on reggae.

[@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits]

Background music from House on Haunted Hill!!