The acknowledged "King of Slack Key", Gabby was born on Maui and taught himself to play the steel guitar at a young age -- learning slack key only a few years later and never learning how to read music. His professional career spanned 47 years, during which he appeared in some 200 clubs in the islands. He worked with the best of the islands' musicians, including his longtime friend Andy Cummings, also performing on this album.

This is yet another reissue of some great music from the career of the legendary "Pops" Gabby Pahinui (born Charles Philip Kahahawai). His signature tune, the legendary Sam Lia's composition "Hi'ilawe" is here, as well as some tunes that Hawai'i visitors would find familiar, such as "Little Grass Shack" and "Ke Kali Nei Au" (The Hawaiian Wedding Song). Produced by the late Dave Guard of the Kingston Trio.

This album is a collaboration between Gabby and his good friend Andy Cummings. The album features a mix of vocal and instrumental pieces, totaling 12 tracks in all. Waikiki Records followed up with a 2nd album years later.