This video of the song ‘What You Won’t Do for Love’ is part of the ‘All the World is a Stage’ project. This project initiated by Wysinfo in order to encourage international cooperation through culture.
To watch other performances that are part of this project, follow this link
Wysinfo – ‘All the World is a Stage Project’ Front Page.
About the author of the song ‘What you won’t do for love’
Bobby Caldwell (1951 – 2023) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He rose to prominence in the late 1970s with his debut album which featured “What You Won’t Do for Love”. The song became a massive hit and has remained a classic in the R&B genre.
Caldwell was born in Manhattan, New York, and grew up in Florida. In his youth he was influenced by Bob Marley whom he met through family ties. Already as a young man he was exposed to different musical genres including R&B, jazz, soul, and pop.
Throughout his career, Caldwell released numerous albums, each reflecting his versatility as an artist. In addition to his performance career, Caldwell wrote songs that were covered by other artists.
About the performer
Tomi Isobe is a dynamic blues guitarist and singer who currently lives on the big island of Hawaii. He was born in Japan and moved in 1982, as a young man, to Atlanta Georgia USA, where he began performing in the Metro Atlanta area. He then moved to Boston and continued to perform while attending Berklee College of Music in 1990-91. Tomi published his first CD in Boston in 1992.
For more than 40 years Tomi has performed in Atlanta, Boston, Tokyo and Hawaii and composed 11 original tunes. Though the blues is his first love, Tomi plays a wide variety of music including rock, R&B, and funk. Tomi has been covering artists like Santana, Stevie Wonder and Stevie Ray Vaughn, as well as blues artists like BB King, Muddy Waters and T-Bone Walker. He performs both with his Blues Band and as a solo artist. His albums include Tomi Isobe Best (2008), Howling in Kanazawa (2018) and Ko’u Huaka’i (2020).
About the location
Waimea, located on the north of the Big Island of Hawaii, is a picturesque town that embodies the spirit of local culture and natural beauty. Nestled in the rolling grasslands of the Parker Ranch, Waimea is known for its history, agricultural significance, and vibrant community life. The town is situated at an elevation of approximately 2,600 feet, providing a unique climate that contrasts sharply with the tropical weather of coastal areas.
In addition to its ranching heritage, Waimea is also home to a vibrant agricultural community. The town’s farmers’ markets are popular among locals and visitors alike. They showcase a variety of fresh produce, artisan goods, handmade crafts, gourmet cheeses and jams, and more. This culinary scene is enhanced by the town’s commitment to sustainability and support for local farmers, allowing visitors to taste the essence of the Big Island.
Waimea also offers a unique cultural experience, infused with Hawaiian traditions and customs. The town hosts several annual events, including the Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. It celebrates the arrival of spring with an array of activities such as hula performances and local art displays. The town also includes a rodeo and horse races that are held in July 4th each year, at the Parker Ranch which is considered the largest privately owned ranch in Hawaii. These events emphasize the community’s strong connection to Hawaiian history and cultural practices, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of aloha.