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Iz tune used in ad for Sony digital camera
Advertiser Staff and News Services
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The late Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's "Henehene Kou 'Aka" tune, off his "Facing Future" CD, is heard on a national Sony TV spot aimed at the Gen Y audience. The tune is heard on a Sony commercial featuring a blue space-alien character, Plato, as he discovers the new palm-sized Sony Cyber-Shot U Digital camera. It will be widely seen on MTV, ESPN and Comedy Central, through August.
The TV exposure follows on Iz's musical success in commercials for eToys and in European TV spots for Austrian sugar. His "Over the Rainbow" has been prominently used on TV ("ER") and film ("Finding Forrester") productions.
Getting a jump on your exercise routine
Interested in starting a jump-rope routine? There is one caveat: Ten minutes of jumping rope, if you're not used to it, can seem like several times that. Here are tips to get you on your way:
- Stretch your calves before and after the workout. Otherwise, the next day you may have a hard time walking.
- Wear cross-training shoes.
- To determine whether a rope is the right length, step on it with both feet. The handles should reach your armpits. The more skilled you get, the shorter it can be.
- Start slowly, even if you're in shape. Try for a minute or two, then rest and stretch your calves.
- Don't bother to lift your knees high; it can be a waste of energy. Ditto for "double bouncing" as you jump.
- Keep your elbows close to your sides.
For more information, check out jumpropenet.com or usajrf.org (USA Jump Rope).
Kumu Kahua extends 'Aloha Las Vegas'
Kumu Kahua has added two more performances of its popular stage comedy "Aloha Las Vegas," at 8 p.m. tonight and Sunday.
The play by Edward Sakamoto has nearly sold out its regular run. Tickets are $13 general, $11 for seniors and the unemployed and $5 for students for tonight's show, and $16, $13 and $10 for Sunday's performance.
Information: 536-4441.
Steely Dan to be back, Jack, to Hawai'i again
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Donald Fagan
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