Hawaiian Trailblazers Kanekoa Continue to Push the Boundaries of Ukulele Music
After 25 years as a band, the ukulele-powered band Kanekoa may finally be able to define their “sound” as a musical group: It’s a little bit of everything.
Joey Lusterman
Love, Recovery, and Gratitude: Notes from the Ukulele Community
Readers write in to Ukulele magazine about falling in love with ukulele, recovering from injury, remembering Auntie Genoa Keawe, and the life-saving power of ukulele.
A Close Look at the Fine Details That Make Vintage Ukuleles So Beautiful
This article is an exploration of all the little things that make vintage ukuleles both attractive and functional: from inlaid headstocks to decorative soundholes.
Learn to Play “Can‘t Help But Smile,” Jim Beloff‘s Ukulele Festival Theme Song
When the Southern California Ukulele Festival asked Jim Beloff to write a theme song, he came up with "Can't Help But Smile." Here, he teaches you how to play it.
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Stephen Inglis Plays a Ukulele Version of the Grateful Dead‘s “Friend of the Devil”
Inglis has a long relationship with the Grateful Dead’s music, and even released an album called Cut the Dead Some Slack
Gods of Uke: George Formby’s Tremendous Impact on Pop Culture
Ukulele superstar George Formby became the UK’s highest-paid entertainer and favorite of a queen and The Beatles, leaving a lasting impression on pop culture.
Fall Forecast: Ukulele Fests! September, October, and November 2022
Here is an assortment of ukulele festivals and events taking place around the U.S. during September, October, and November 2022.
Learn to Play Two Diminished Chords on Ukulele | Chord by Chord Lesson 4
In this lesson from our Chord by Chord video series, you'll learn how to play diminished seventh chords.
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Eden & John‘s East River String Band are Masters of the Old Groove
Eden & John‘s East River String Band, with artist R. Crumb as a member playing ukulele, resuscitates obscure old blues, early country, jug band, and the occasional pop tune.
Remembering Bruddah Iz: 25 Years After his Death, Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole Still Melts Hearts and Inspires
Iz will always be most remembered for his voice & ukulele medley of two great American standards: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “What a Wonderful World.”