APRIL 18 1957 Second Lt. Buddy Knox is called up for six months active duty by the US Army Reserves. "My Hula Hula Love" is a song with words by Edward Madden and music by Percy Wenrich published in 1911. It was adapted and retitled "Hula Love" by Buddy Knox in 1957 and performed by Knox with The Rhythm Orchids. The song was featured on his 1959 album, Buddy Knox | Rockabilly Italia

Buddy Knox - Hula Love (1957) "Hula Love," released by Buddy Knox in 1957, captures the crossover charm of rockabilly with its whimsical, tropical themes. Coming on the heels of his hit "Party Doll," Knox faced the challenge of maintaining his stardom. He responded with "Hula Love," a track that merges the rhythmic allure of rockabilly with lighthearted storytelling. The song taps into the era's fascination with Hawaiian culture, a trend also embraced by mainstream figures like Elvis Presley. "H