Exotica Moderne 26

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David Outl1n3’s work graces the cover of Exotica Moderne 26 as we feature his journey from a skateboarding psychobilly kid to one of Tiki’s most original artists. Kevin Crossman stops in at another Tiki famous artist, Woody Miller, and his newly-opened Pau Hana Studio. And, speaking of Tiki Famous, Shawn Gadberry pens the story of long-time EM contributor, Ray “Tiki with Ray” Wyland.

Anna Maria Sophia Cancelli sheds the spotlight on Tiki CWB’s Beverage Director Devon “Kitty” Lopez and Kevin Quigley explores the “pop” in Polynesian Pop music.

Continuing on with a musical theme, publisher Ken Holewczynski looks at a recent twist on the sounds of Exotica focusing Jason Lee’s Dark Entities and Jimmy Psycho and Thea Munster’s The Infernal Order of the Black Flame - two new projects crossing the classic Exotica sound with electronic music and strains of Goth and Dark Wave.

Dave Bagdade journeys to Columbus, Ohio’s Huli Huli as they forge their name into the Midwest’s list of must-visit Tiki bars and Tiki Lindy connects the dots between tropical locales and everyone’s favorite sweet treat - chocolate and the cacao bean – with three delicious recipes.

Justin Cristaldi continues his fascination with old-school Chinese and Asian influences torch-bearers of Tiki with a look at venerable Dynasty Wholesale - suppliers classic Tiki mugs and exotic barware.

As usual, you’ll also get music reviews and all original cocktail recipes!