Israel Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole[a] (May 20, 1959 – June 26, 1997), also called Braddah IZ or just simply IZ, was a Native Hawaiian musician and singer.

In 1993, following a successful run as one of the members of the Makaha Sons of Ni‘ihau, IZ decided to venture out on his own. He reached out to me because of my success as a …

He was also known as Bruddah Iz. He is best known for his versions of the songs "Somewhere over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World", recorded in 1988 and released in 1993.

Mar 9, 2024 · Before the beloved Hawaiian singer-songwriter also known as “Bruddah Iz” died at just 38 in 1997, he had that effect on people around the world time and again, thanks in large …

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Israel Kaʻanoʻi Kamakawiwoʻole was a Hawaiian musician, singer and songwriter, popularly known as Bruddah Iz or just simply IZ. Born into a musical family, he was the apple of his parents’ …

May 20, 2020 · Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwoʻole was a singer and activist of Hawaiian ancestry who embodied the words "gentle giant." Remembered as a "really sweet man" by those who knew …

Apr 9, 2023 · But who, exactly, is the ukulele player with the angelic voice? The story of Israel Kamakawiwo'ole — widely known as IZ — is filled with sadness, heartbreak, and struggles, …

Sep 2, 2022 · Iz will always be most remembered for his voice & ukulele medley of two great American standards: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World.”

Nov 13, 2018 · It’s been 25 years since IZ released his “Facing Future” album, the most successful Hawaii release of all time. IZ died in 1997, at just 38 years old. But his music and …