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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Thursday, January 7, 2010

Iz' 'Facing Future' subject of new book


By Mike Gordon
Advertiser Staff Writer

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Israel Kamakawiwoole’s acclaimed “Facing Future” is the subject for the newest book from the 33 1/3 series on music albums.
Dan Kois, a contributing writer to New York magazine and a film critic for the Washington Post, authored the book, published by Continuum Books.
Kois gained access to Kamakawiwoole’s family and friends in researching the title.
The series has included books on notable albums including the Rolling Stones' "Exile on Main Street" and Jimi Hendrix' "Electric Ladyland."
The book is available at Barnes & Nobles and on Amazon.com for $10.95.

On the Web: Find out more about the book and the series at http://www.facing-future.com.