#ComingUp: Escape To "Mai Tais In Paradise" With Slack Key ʻOhana
- Charles Luberisse
- Jul 24
- 2 min read
Written By: Big C
There are songs that ask you to turn the volume up, and then there are songs that invite you to slow the pace down. Slack Key ʻOhana delivers the latter with Mai Tais In Paradise, a warm-hearted introduction to the trio's upcoming album, The ʻOhana Sessions. Rooted in Hawaiian slack key guitar, ukulele, and rich three-part harmonies, the single captures the feeling of watching the sun sink below the horizon with nowhere else you need to be. Rather than chasing complexity, the family trio embraces sincerity, allowing their musicianship and chemistry to create a soundtrack which feels both comforting and timeless. It's the kind of record that reminds listeners happiness is often found in the smallest moments shared with the people around us. Brian Witkin had to say:
'Mai Tais In Paradise' is really about creating a feeling. It's about being present, appreciating where you are, and finding those moments that allow you to escape, even if only for a few minutes. We wanted the song to feel like a mini vacation.
Serving as the first preview of "The ʻOhana Sessions," arriving August 7, the single also marks a return to the heart of what makes Slack Key ʻOhana special. Recorded live using vintage analog equipment, the project places the spotlight entirely on Brian, Carol, and Joe Witkin, celebrating the natural connection that only family can bring into the studio. Following multiple No. 1 iTunes World Music releases, San Diego Music Awards, World Entertainment Awards, and several Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award nominations, the trio continues to build on a remarkable legacy while remaining grounded in the values of family, community, and aloha. Let us know your thoughts as you wait for "The ʻOhana Sessions" and follow Slack Key ʻOhana 0n Spotify, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Apple Music.
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