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The Tiki Talk ShowEpisode Nine - Mark Riddle and Robert GonzalezThis week Ellie and Ryley had the pleasure to talk with a man of many names— Mark Riddle, Marty Lush, or maybe you know him as Digitiki. Mark is a musician who got his start playing piano before being recruited to play the vibraphone for The Tikiyaki Orchestra. Now, he’s making names with his own independent musical career. This week’s artist spotlight is Robert Gonzalez aka Tiki Gonzo. His wood carvings including the shelves and bars that he’s most famous for have been sought out worldwide as the best place to store your beloved tiki mugs.
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The Quiet VillageQuiet Village 123Featuring the newest release from your host DigiTiki. Plus tunes by the Tiki Vibes, Rene Paulo, Arthur Lyman, and more.
2023-05-0659 min
The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 123Featuring the newest release from your host DigiTiki. Plus tunes by the Tiki Vibes, Rene Paulo, Arthur Lyman, and more.
2023-05-0659 min
The MidModcastExotica Music-O-Rama! MMC00020Exotica Music is so Mid Century that you could just scream!
The Mid Modcasters, Paula, Dave, and Craig are joined by Mark "Digitiki" Riddle, star and host of "The Quiet Village" Podcast. Mark is amazingly knowledgeable about all facets of Exotica artists and music.
This episode is NOT to be missed, you may laugh, you may cry, but you will fall in love with Exotica!
Special Guest: Mark "Digitiki" Riddle
Mark's Website: https://digitiki.com
Special thanks to "The Voice of The Mid-Modcast," Allen Marsh!
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2020-11-2344 min
The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 94: Reckless Night EnsembleSkip Heller & Nick Ornelas of the Reckless Night Ensemble discuss their new release "PanAmericanos" the music of Lalo Guerrero and Raymond Scott
2020-09-081h 01The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 93A take on some modern exotica and a message to my listeners.
2020-08-161h 022020-07-011h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 19: Rumpus RoomField trip to Kirby's Rumpus Room. Join all the gang hanging out every Tuesday at artist Kirby's new home bar called the Rumpus Room as we enjoy cocktails and tunes.
2020-07-0159 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 20Blast off as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with classic moon tunes.
2020-07-011h 01The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 92: with Tom DuncanRocket scientist Tom Duncan joins me to talk about his excellent detective work in uncovering more facts about Gene Rains and other notable Hawaiian music artists.
2020-05-261h 012020-05-0254 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 91 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 2The craziness continues with guests Sean & Dea as we explore Exotica's connection to Broadway.
2020-05-011h 05The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 90 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 1Friends Dea & Sean join this COVID-19 edition as we discuss Broadway show tunes performed by Exotica artists.
2020-05-011h 01The Quiet Village PodcastRelaxing Tiki Bonus MixIn these trying times, a little escape is a good thing. Enjoy this all soft Exotica mix coupled with jungle birds and gentle rain and thunder to whisk you away to the Quiet Village.
2020-03-201h 30The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 89Rare vintage records that i cannot find digital copies of anywhere.
2020-03-161h 122020-01-2758 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 87: Music For a Spookilau Vol. 2The much requested second installment of music for your Halloween tiki party
2019-10-311h 43The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 86: Ghosting Martin DennyNew exotica by Don Nuzzo; the Universal vault fire; Ghosting Martin Denny's catalog with Kerry Byrnes
2019-06-2559 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 85: IntoxiKAThomas Mackay & Augie Lopaka Colon Jr. of IntoxiKA stop by. Plus music by The Martini Kings, Lisa Ono, Te Vaka and more
2019-05-281h 03The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 84: Darren LongArtist, musician and author Darren Long visits the Quiet Village to talk about his new book about the Omni Hut tiki restaurant in Tennessee. He also talks about his Tiki band, The Tiki Delights. Plus, music from UC Santa Barbara's Edison cylinder archiv
2019-04-231h 03The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 83: Lisa OnoInterview with Bossa Nova artist Lisa Ono. Songs: "Girl from Ipanema", "In The Mood", "Non-Stop to Brazil", "Blue Hawaii", "Nani Wai'Ale Ale", "Sway It, Hula Girl", plus exclusive live recording of "Moon Rier" live in Los Angeles, October, 2018.
2018-12-3058 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 82: I'm Back!After a long hiatus, I'm back. This show features stuff I've been meaning to play and music I've discovered on my break. Feat. Lisa Ono, Monster Rally, On Fillmore, Kava Kon, Paul Page, Jim Feigen, and more.
2018-09-3000 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 81New music from Christopher De Groot; tiki music news; the music of "Moana"; Tiki Joe's Ocean; Monster Rally; Gene Rains; Jim Fiegen; Kava Kon; and many more
2017-03-2259 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 80: Makahiki event producersMakahiki event producers join me and bring music from Roland Remington, Hoosier Haoles, The Troubadours and more. Plus new tunes by Ixtahuele, Mike Hoffman, Jim Fiegen and Paul Page.
2016-11-0500 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 79: Plethora of PercussionA trip into the world of Percussion albums from the 50's & 60's. We explore kitschy and quirky song from the era when everyone was releasing albums with the term "percussion" in the title.
2016-09-0859 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 78: Live from Don The BeachcomberLive from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG
2016-05-121h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 78: Live from Don The BeachcomberLive from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG
2016-05-121h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 77: Mark & Maggie BloomMark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass talk about their new art endeavor Tales From The Trash, coming to LA. Plus, Alika Lyman Group LP announcements and new music from Renn Loa and much more!
2016-03-3159 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 76: in memory of Diana LaiDedicated to the memory of Diana Lai, first hostess of the Enchanted Tiki Room. Also featuring new music by Jim Fiegen, Ding Dong Devils, Slide Night and more.
2016-03-1358 minThe Quiet Village PodcastThe Quiet Village 75: Korla Pandit feat. John TurnerThe musical world of Korla Pandit, the original Godfather of Exotica with John Turner, the creator of the new film "Korla". John talks about Korla's music, his effects on the public and his hidden secret.
2016-01-3100 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 74Music by Robert Drasnin, Jim Fiegen, The Turfmen, Les Baxter, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Stolen Idols, Kava Kon and many more
2015-12-0300 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 73: Robert Drasnin memorialA tribute show to late Robert Drasnin, noted film and TV composter, professor and creator of one of the seminal Exotica records for any Tiki music lover. Freaturing interviews Skip Heller & Jeff Chenault.
2015-11-0300 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 72: In memory of Ernie MenehuneDedicated to the late Ernie Menehune - with interviews from Siouxzan Perry, Jeff Chenault & Mark & Maggie Bloom
2015-08-0659 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 71A loot at the "Exotica Classics" 2 CD collection and music from Tiki Joe's Ocean, Rains, Lyman Denny and more.
2015-02-2159 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 70: Paul ConradPaul Conrad: original pianist and arranger for the Gene Rains Group visits the Village to talk about his long and varied music career working with Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Ethel Azama, Anita O'Day and Bette Midler to name a few.
2014-11-1500 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 69: Rory Snyder & Sonny MoonRory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente and Sonny Moon, lead singer of Nutty, visit to talk about the Mod Palm Springs weekend event. Plus, music by Alika Lyman, Ixtahuele, Gene Rains and more.
2014-10-0159 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 68: with Randy PoeInterview with Randy Poe, author, music historian and co-producer of the new Gene Rains CD talks about getting Gene Rains released. Plus new music from Ixtahuele and much more.
2014-08-2000 min
Exotic Tiki Island PodcastETI 28 (There's a Lyman on the Island!)Aloha and welcome to the Exotic Tiki Island Podcast. I'm your host Tiki Brian. Join me along with Captain Scotty B as we take you on an adventure and travel back in time to Exotic Tiki Island while I play vintage Hawaiian, Exotica and Island related music from my LP vinyl and digital collection.
In this show we'll be visiting the Main Beach, Grandpa Otto's Grotto and then we'll venture over to the Hurricane Hut Lounge and listen to the incredible sounds of the Alika Lyman Group live on stage. All this and more coming up on this ep...
2014-07-2600 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 67: Drew Farmer of Stolen IdolsDrew Farmer of the Stolen Idols visit the Village to talk about the band's new album; Gene Rains release announcement; new digitial reissue by Ted Aulletta and of course, some great tunes.
2014-06-2759 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 66: Alika LymanAlika Lyman visits to talk about his new release and tribute to his Great Uncle Arthur Lyman, "Leis of Jazz, Vol. 2" as well as preview tracks from the Stolen Idols' new album "Moonlight Offerings."
2014-05-0953 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 65: Spy JazzGuestDavid Broussal, of Spy Bop Royale.com visits the Quiet Village as we explore the world of spy jazz. David shares some of his collection of ultra rare spy jazz records.
2014-03-131h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 64: Julius WechterInterview with the family of Julius Wechter, vibraphonist for Martin Denny and founder of the Baja Marimba Band and so many more things.
2014-01-061h 08The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 62: The Zombie Show with Jeff Berry & Eric OctoberThe ZOMBIE SHOW! Jeff "Beachbum" Berry talks about the Zombie cocktail and his new book on Caribbean drinks as Eric October, Manuel and I mix up every possible Zombie recipe we can find. You won't believe your ears as your liver is terrorized beyond imagination in this Halloween Zombie special.
2013-10-3100 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 61: Rory SnyderRory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente weekend event talks about his newest event, Mod-Palm Springs. We talk about Exotica's very close ties to Latin music. Plus, a big reveal.
2013-09-2300 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 60: Nick CameraNick Camera, founder of Tiki Magazine enjoys a Mai Tai at the Bali Hai restaurant in San Diego as he talks about the magazine. Also, new music from Darren Long and the Tiki Delights.
2013-08-1500 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 59: Music for a Vegas LoungeYou have a ticket for front row seat in the Quiet Village Casino Lounge for swinging' crooners and comedians
2013-06-1600 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 58New music from Ixtahuele & Darren Long; new CD reissues of Martin Denny classics and tunes from Kava Kon, Robert Drasnin, Skip Heller, Gene Rains and more.
2013-05-2900 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 57Songs by Martin Denny/Si Zenter, Kava Kon, Alex Keack, Tiki Joe's Ocean, Gene Rains and many more. Plus, news about the Amazon Associate Program and the announcement of the coming Quiet Village Radio.
2013-04-1600 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 56The closing of the Bahooka Restaurant, reissued albums from Roy Smeck, South Seas Serenaders, new release from Alika Lyman; the grand opening of the Quiet Village Gift Shop and much more news from the world of TIki.
2013-03-2200 minThe Quiet Village PodcastBob's Jazz BonusClassic jazz tunes hand picked by Quiet Village guest Bob Martinez.
2013-02-241h 06The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 55: Talking Jazz with Bob MartinezBob Martinez visits the Quiet Village and brings his jazz records with him as we sit around and talk jazz.
2013-02-241h 11The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 63Music by Scott Peterson, The Martini Kings, Kitty Chow & Fisherman, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica and many more
2013-01-2100 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 54The latest news from the Quiet Village on new and noteworthy releases, thank you's to Eric and Simon for the amazing mugs and, as always, great music.
2013-01-2000 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 53: Eric OctoberArtist Eric October returns to guest host the show to blow your mind with some unexpected tunes. We also talk about how Eric came to Exotica music and his most recent art projects.
2013-01-0158 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 52: Tonga Hut part 2Part 2 of the field visit to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. I have another mai tai as patrons select their favorite tunes.
2012-11-2158 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 51: Tonga Hut part 1Travel to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. Regulars and friends stop by and make song requests and chat with DigiTiki. Meet Tonga Hut proprietors Amy Boylan & Jeremy Fleener as well as regulars John O, Tonga Tom and more.
2012-11-0700 minThe Quiet VillageQuiet Village 51: Tonga Hut part 1Travel to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. Regulars and friends stop by and make song requests and chat with DigiTiki. Meet Tonga Hut proprietors Amy Boylan & Jeremy Fleener as well as regulars John O, Tonga Tom and more.
2012-11-0700 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 50Celebrating the 50th show!! A solid hour of "Quiet Village".
2012-09-2400 min
Jungle Deep - The Tropical Lifestyle Podcast- Pet Life Radio OriginalJungle Deep - Episode 3 DigiTiki and his Quiet VillageVeteran podcaster, webmaster, and musician Mark Riddle, known online as DigiTiki, and known on-stage as Marty Lush, visits Jungle Deep to help us explore the world of Tiki music. Mark performs regularly as a member of the Tikiyaki Orchestra as vibraphonist, has several albums with the orchestra, and has appeared on other albums. He has produced nearly 50 podcast episodes over the past four years. Mark shares with us four of his favorite Tiki tunes. Questions or Comments? Send them to: ken@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Jungle Deep...
2012-09-1852 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 49: with Bill Raetzguest Bill Raetz, author of numerous pulp fiction books drops by the Village for a chat about his new book tiki spy thriller "Voodoo Lodge."
2012-08-2700 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 48Exotica from Ixtahuele, The Crazed Mugs, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica, Tiki Joe's Ocean and many more.
2012-06-0800 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 47Recent reissues of classic Exotica and Hawaiian music albums. Artists include: Ralph Font, Johnny Pineapple, Bobby Hackett, Luke Leilani, Rene Paulo and more
2012-04-1700 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 46Exotica, Polynesian, Hapa Haole and Lounge music from yesterday and today. Artists include Perry Como, Andy Williams, Arthur Lyman, Cal Tjader, Martin Denny, Gene Rains, and many many more great artists!
2012-03-2100 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 45: Crime JazzThe musical underworld of cops and robbers, dark alleys, badges and spies come the Quiet Village. Crime Jazz and Spy Jazz expose us to a few of the many stories in the naked city.
2012-01-2900 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 44: guest Keith PawlakSpecial guest Keith Pawlak, curator of the Exotica Archive at University of Arizona, Tucson visits to talk about the archives and his impressive collection of Capitol Records recordings.
2012-01-1600 minThe Quiet VillageQuiet Village 43Tunes from the new Beachcomber's Corner database that is now part of the DigiTiki.com web site. A resource for the geek collector (like me) with listings of reissued classic Exotica, Hawaiian and Lounge LPs.
2011-11-2000 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 43Tunes from the new Beachcomber's Corner database that is now part of the DigiTiki.com web site. A resource for the geek collector (like me) with listings of reissued classic Exotica, Hawaiian and Lounge LPs.
2011-11-2000 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 42: with Jim BacchiThe Quiet Village is back in action with special guest Jim Bacchi who drops by to talk about the Tikiyaki Orchestra's new album "Aloha, Baby!" and their CD release party.
2011-10-2658 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 41: The Music of Jackie GleasonNot many realize that Jackie Gleason was also a pioneer of mood music. Gleason spearheaded the production of 60 LP's of lush music. No talking, just lush lazy sounds of Jackie Gleason. So sit by the fire on your bear skin rug (with a mai tai of course) and enjoy the dreamy sounds of Jackie Gleason.
2011-06-1659 min2011-05-291h 002011-05-1559 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 38: with Brian O'NeillGuest Brian O'Neill, leader of Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica talks about his newest albums, plus new issued exotica
2011-04-2659 min2011-03-0241 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 37: Music of 007, pt 2The music of 007, part 2. Agent Joe Banks returns to the Quiet Village as we sip vesper martinis and geek out of the world and music of Agent 007. Dedicated to John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond.
2011-02-271h 18The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 36: Music of 007 pt 1Guest Scott Mabbut returns as we get smashed on Vesper martinis and geek out on the music of James Bond, Agent 007. This episode is dedicated to the memory of John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond. Join us as we get smashed on Vesper martinis.
2011-02-021h 20The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 35: Kirby & Tikiyaki talk Gilligan's IslandTiki Artist Kirby & Musician Jim Bacchi visit the Village and talk about their upcoming Gilligan's Island-themed art show. Join us as we hang around the Quiet Village and chat about our favorite TV show...little buddy.
2010-11-121h 19The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 34: Music for a Spookilauover 90 minutes of ghoulish tunes for your Spookilau Halloween party
2010-10-241h 302010-09-091h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 32New release from the Beachcomber Trio, including vintage exotica from Augie Colon, Gene Rains, Tommy Garrett and more.
2010-08-0959 min2010-06-2859 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 30Director Scott Mabbutt guest hosts the Quiet Village and brings a rather eclectic mix of rare and unreleased tunes.
2010-05-3058 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 29: Music of Gene RainsThe music of Gene Rains; 1960's vibraphonist and widely considered the 3rd man of exotica.
2010-04-1859 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 28: Mark & Maggie BLoom & Relight The NightMark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass stop by the Quiet Village to discuss the Relight The Night event at the Kon Tiki restaurant in Tucson, Arizona; Tucson's tiki and mid-century history, inside information on the Kon Tiki Restaurant and their glass art.
2010-03-251h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 27: Ernie MenehuneInterview with Hawaiian entertainer Ernie Menehune at his ranch in Tucson, AZ, plus new vintage exotica releases
2010-02-151h 09The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 26: Andy Nazzal of Tiki Joe's Oceanguest: Andy Nazzal from Tiki Joe's Ocean is in the hut to talk about his new Tikified Christmas album, plus a wave of retro lounge and Hawaiian Holiday tunes!
2009-12-141h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 25tunes from Skip Heller, Jimmy Virani, Martin Denny, Black Sombrero Brass and many more!
2009-11-211h 00The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 24: Rare Vinyl e/Jeff Chenault, pt 2Part 2 of my geek-out session with Exotica expert Jeff Chenault on ultra rare vinyl. Jeff previews one of the rarest restaurant recordings by the Kahiki Trio as well as tracks by Gene Rains, Frank Hunter, Jimmy Namaro and many more super rare LPs.
2009-11-031h 06The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 23: Rare Vinyl w/Jeff Chenault, pt 1Jeff Chenault, author and expert on Exotica discusses ultra rare vintage vinyl Exotica. Part 1 of 2. Featuring the music of Phil Moore, Paul Conrad, The Islanders, Arnie Aka-Nui, Gene Rains, Paul Page, George Hines and more.
2009-10-2055 minThe Quiet VillageQuiet Village 22: Eric OctoberArtist Eric October guest hosts, plays his exotica choices and interviews DigiTiki. Featuring the art of Eric October and the music of Pizzacatto 5, Les Baxer, Martin Denny, Frank Chacksfield, Connie Francis and much more.
2009-09-191h 11The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 22: Eric OctoberArtist Eric October guest hosts, plays his exotica choices and interviews DigiTiki. Featuring the art of Eric October and the music of Pizzacatto 5, Les Baxer, Martin Denny, Frank Chacksfield, Connie Francis and much more.
2009-09-191h 112009-09-0100 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 18: Diana LaiInterview with Diana Lai - the first VIP Hostess for the Enchanted Tiki Room in Disneyland,.
2009-06-171h 03The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 17: Music for a LuauBy Popular demand, Music for your back yard luau. No talking, just great Hapa Haole Hawaiian music for fish and poi...and mai tais.
2009-05-1259 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 16Kava Kon, Chaino, Tiki Cowboys, Messer Chups, and much more
2009-04-121h 002009-03-2159 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 14: with SquidSpecial guest: Squid: Sculptor, illustrator, musician; visits the Quiet Village
2009-03-0255 min2009-01-2053 minThe Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 12: Hawaii CallsFocus on "Hawaii Calls" Radio program and recrodings
2009-01-011h 042008-12-201h 57The Quiet Village PodcastQuiet Village 11: Exotica ChristmasSpecial Holiday episode featuring Hawaiian and Exotica Christmas tunes.
2008-12-091h 02