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lucas vigor
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From: "I've chopped my way through real jungle
|  Posted: 2011-04-05 11:21 am Permalink
I went to the Mojave oasis website, and noticed they had biographies on all the artists, Bill Tapia, Tikiyaki Orchestra and also DJ Big Tiki Dude…but sadly, the Menehunes were not included? Anyway, I guess no one sent the proprietors of this event our promo package, our great, big deluxe promo package…so here is a brief bio of the band in case you were wondering:
“The Smokin’ Menehunes were formed in 2003 by Kevin “Tiki Bong” Bullat and Spike “Lucky Designs” Marble (Of the Hula Girls Band) as an instrumental Hawaiian music band. Shirley Orlando was the next person to join, followed by Lucas Vigor. Originally, the band played instrumental music only, and had its debut gig at Bamboo Ben’s shop. Other early gigs included Tiki Oasis 04, the International Tiki Day at Al-ii’s pad, and Polypop’s Daughter’s birthday party. The last gig with this incarnation of the band was Biff’s “Mahaloween” party, where the incident occurred. A massive fist fight of biblical, epic proportions which tore the band asunder.
Into the wreckage strode Pat “Palika” Enos, a native of Kaneohe bay, Hawaii, who saw an opportunity to craft what was basically his own backing band…but since Kevin and Lucas were major fans of Hapa-Haole music, *(but could not sing well), they rolled with it and welcomed Uncle Pat into the fold.
In the ensuing years, The Menehunes have played at every single major Tiki Event or Tiki Bar within a 100 mile radius except for Tiki oasis. For every 1 event they play in public, they have played 10 private events…mostly weddings, corporate events, luaus, bar-mitzvas and pre-trial hearings. Expanding their repertoire to include just about every classic Hapa-Haole standard from the golden age of Tiki, The Menehunes represent the vintage wing of “Tiki” music, with no traces of neo-tiki, surf or rock in their sound. In addition to great music, the band now includes 2 of the biggest assholes in the Tiki Community, Lucas and Bong, plus Pat…who needs no explanation (Ask him what is in his thermos!). The Menehunes have always been scorned, ridiculed or flat-out ignored by their fellow musicians, and rightly so! Banned from the biggest Tiki Event for the 7th straight year, they are very proud of their reputation! The Smokin’ Menehunes are looking forward to this Mojave event..and all we can say is: WINNING! BRING IT!”
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bigtikidude
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Joined: Aug 10, 2004
Posts: 8253
From: Anaheim,Ca.
| Posted: 2011-04-05 11:28 am Permalink
can you say bitter?
but I don't blame him.
Jeff(btd)
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Queen Kamehameha
Grand Member (7 years) 
Joined: Oct 21, 2003
Posts: 1370
From: So Cal
| Posted: 2011-04-05 11:52 am Permalink
hummmm..... the sense of humor here is hard to read. a little more subtlety is needed I think.......lol
"The Menehunes have always been scorned, ridiculed or flat-out ignored by their fellow musicians, and rightly so! Banned from the biggest Tiki Event for the 7th straight year, they are very proud of their reputation! The Smokin’ Menehunes are looking forward to this Mojave event..and all we can say is: WINNING! BRING IT!”
Lucas, the Mojave Oasis Crew is very proud to have the Smokin Menehunes Play at our first Event! See you in 10 days!
Amy
[ This Message was edited by: Queen Kamehameha 2011-04-05 12:00 ]
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GROG
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Joined: Jun 21, 2006
Posts: 6174
From: Tujunga
| Posted: 2011-04-05 12:20 pm Permalink
Yes, GROG happy to see they will be there. GROG bringing tomatoes and rocks to pelt them.
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lucas vigor
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Joined: May 12, 2004
Posts: 3453
From: "I've chopped my way through real jungle
| Posted: 2011-04-05 12:34 pm Permalink
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On 2011-04-05 11:52, Queen Kamehameha wrote:
hummmm..... the sense of humor here is hard to read. a little more subtlety is needed I think.......lol
"The Menehunes have always been scorned, ridiculed or flat-out ignored by their fellow musicians, and rightly so! Banned from the biggest Tiki Event for the 7th straight year, they are very proud of their reputation! The Smokin’ Menehunes are looking forward to this Mojave event..and all we can say is: WINNING! BRING IT!”
Lucas, the Mojave Oasis Crew is very proud to have the Smokin Menehunes Play at our first Event! See you in 10 days!
Amy
[ This Message was edited by: Queen Kamehameha 2011-04-05 12:00 ]
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I can pretty much guarantee, if you like vintage hawaiian music, you won't be dissapointed!
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Kiki von Tiki
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Joined: Mar 01, 2008
Posts: 757
From: Irvine, CA
| Posted: 2011-04-05 12:42 pm Permalink
Hey guys, I do have a couple of questions regarding the amenities of the campsites.
Do the campsite have: water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings? I know they have electric...
Thanks!
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Queen Kamehameha
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Joined: Oct 21, 2003
Posts: 1370
From: So Cal
| Posted: 2011-04-05 1:03 pm Permalink
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On 2011-04-05 12:42, Kiki von Tiki wrote:
Hey guys, I do have a couple of questions regarding the amenities of the campsites.
Do the campsite have: water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings? I know they have electric...
Thanks!
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The camp sites have electric, water near the sites, not at every site like the electric. Yes to picnic tables for the group, not every campsite, no fire rings, you are welcome to bringa fire pit, travel size, we are in the desert, but have a lot of trees on the property, small firepits or stoves are fine.
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little lost tiki
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Joined: Jun 12, 2006
Posts: 7459
From: Orange,CA-right near the Circle!
| Posted: 2011-04-05 1:30 pm Permalink
lucas-quit bein such a crybaby!
All of vendors and artists aren't even listed...
but do you hear us complaining?
heck no!
Cause this is Mojave Oasis
and that,in itself is an honor just to be attending
and sharing this milestone with so many friends!!!!!
thank you for your time and i look forward to seeing you kids and Mr. Tapia again!
You guys played the first Caliente too!
Counting the Days!
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Me Myself and Moai
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Joined: Oct 24, 2010
Posts: 78
From: California
| Posted: 2011-04-05 3:28 pm Permalink
Introducing the Hollywood Bowl......Mojave Oasis edition.....and you ain't seen nothin' yet!!!!
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MadDogMike
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Joined: Mar 30, 2008
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From: The Anvil of the Sun
| Posted: 2011-04-05 5:36 pm Permalink
 Me, Myself, & Moai Great name Ray!!! 
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TIKI-RAY
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Joined: May 18, 2003
Posts: 845
From: Alta Loma, California
| Posted: 2011-04-05 10:08 pm Permalink
Well I've been up here a couple days helping out. Ben is done, I'm done but still more to do to complete it. I'm telling you folks, daytime is great but nighttime will be a glowing feast for the eyes. I've been wiring for two days but I'm just bringing the power. Amy has gone over the top picking things to be just so. I've never been to an event quite what this is going to look like .Amy, I'm standing right now as I applaud you.
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nelsonstikihut
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Joined: Feb 25, 2007
Posts: 82
From: socal
| Posted: 2011-04-05 10:54 pm Permalink
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On 2011-04-05 22:08, TIKI-RAY wrote:
Well I've been up here a couple days helping out. Ben is done, I'm done but still more to do to complete it. I'm telling you folks, daytime is great but nighttime will be a glowing feast for the eyes. I've been wiring for two days but I'm just bringing the power. Amy has gone over the top picking things to be just so. I've never been to an event quite what this is going to look like .Amy, I'm standing right now as I applaud you.
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If anyone ever had a doubt about how amazing this place is going to be, so long as amy's name is attached to it, it's guaranteed amazing. Chris and I are both beyond excited for next weekend!
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tikiyaki
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Joined: May 18, 2004
Posts: 2677
From: The Exotic Port of REDONDO BEACH, CA
| Posted: 2011-04-06 07:46 am Permalink
Agreed.
It will be The TIKIS for our generation.
Danny Baltz would be proud.
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TikiPops
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Joined: Jan 11, 2008
Posts: 190
From: Buena Park, Ca.
| Posted: 2011-04-06 09:07 am Permalink
Us older ones who were lucky enough to go to the TIKI's cam say we've been to Tiki heaven twice!!
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RevBambooBen
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Joined: Nov 12, 2002
Posts: 7197
From: Huntikington Beach
| Posted: 2011-04-06 09:19 am Permalink
...while at MoJaVe OASIS, rub my nuts for luck!
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