Best Ukulele Podcasts (2024)

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Sounding "Bad" in Practice | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #132 1:12:53

3h ago1:12:53

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Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/09/sounding-bad-in-practice-tuup132/ Mike is hosting the podcast this Week while Aldrine calls in from home. The guys discuss keeping a Practice Journal, Practice Vs Playing Time, and How it can be hard to see tangible improvements in Music. The team also talks about improving for pe…

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The Non-Ukulele Podcast | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #131 40:45

4d ago40:45

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Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/08/non-ukulele-podcast-tuup131/ In a totally normal Ukulele Underground Podcast, the UU Crew are talking about their Non-Ukulele Interests. Aldrine shares his recent Video Game Addictions, what type of Deck he plays in the One Piece Card Game, and his Bread/Baking Experiments. Aaron …

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Becoming our Parents | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #130 1:11:15

11d ago1:11:15

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Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/08/becoming-our-parents-130/ This Week the guys are talking about their Parents, and how their Parent’s taste in music is reflected in their own musical stylings and taste. But first, the UU crew is talking about Kahai’s Dad, and classic local Kauai Snacks. Then Aldrine gives a breakdo…

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Learning from the Kids | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #129 1:03:38

15d ago1:03:38

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Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/08/learning-from-the-kids-tuup129/This week, Kyle is strumming out of the shadows, and joining the UU team to talk about reaching the next generation of Ukulele players, and what the Kids can teach us. First, Kyle is recapping his recent travels, and what was the best thing he ate whil…

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Ukulele History in a Song | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #128 1:08:53

1M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/07/ukulele-history-in-a-song/In this Week’s Podcast, we’re getting a History Lesson of someone who was not only influential to Ukulele, but also to Hawaii as a whole. Before we dive into History, we summon Mike to give recommendations for Sheet Music apps. He also gives his own History…

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“Wearing it Like a Medal” | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #127 1:11:42

1M ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/07/wearing-it-like-a-medal-tuup127/ This Week’s Podcast, Aldrine is opening a special present and callback to a previous podcast where he says, “I would Keep it like a Medal.” Before Aldrine gets to open his Surprise Gift, he also gets a Personal Medal for facing his Fears on Stage. Af…

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The Most Technically Difficult Song | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #126 1:10:04

28d ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/07/the-most-technically-difficult-song-tuup126/ What makes a song Technically Difficult? Aldrine explains what might be the most Technically Difficult song that he performs, and What is the most Technically Difficult song he has written. He also shares other Ukulele Professional’s Song…

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Music Theory Charades | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #125 1:12:52

2M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/07/music-theory-charades-tuup125/ With our Favorite Guest back on the podcast, we’re challenging Mike and Aldrine to play a game of Music Theory Charades. Before the game, Mike shares what some of the best selling ukuleles and ukulele accessories are. The guys answer a question on Tuni…

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Sci-Fi Uke Songs | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #124 1:08:38

1M ago1:08:38

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Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/07/sci-fi-uke-song-tuup124/ Hear 3 interpretations of a Sci-Fi Song using the Ukulele. The guys are playing their Songs for the Songwriting Challenge this week. They also discuss their ideas behind the songs, and how songs will write themselves. Aldrine answers a question about the Wah…

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Underrated Ukulele Bands You Should Know | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #123 1:04:48

2M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/06/underrated-ukulele-bands-tuup123/ This week we ask Aldrine to shed a spotlight on Underrated Ukulele Artist/Bands that you should know. First Aldrine covers the obvious choices (Pure Heart and Ka`au Crater Boys), then he lists the Bands that include Ukulele Players who may be over…

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1 Form for Strumming, Fingerpicking & Rolls | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #122 1:04:58

2M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/06/one-form-for-fingerpicking-strumming-rolls-tuup122/ Learn the One Form to rule them all (Strumming, Fingerpicking and Rolls). Aldrine shows the importance of the Basic Form, and how it helps with transitioning between different rhythmic techniques: Strumming, Fingerpicking, Rolls, C…

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With Love from Italy | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #121 1:15:05

3M ago1:15:05

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Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/06/with-love-from-italy-tuup121/ Aaron and Aldrine are back to talk about their trip to the Monopolele Ukulele Festival in Monopoli Italy. Good times with great uke players! The guys also discuss what music gear they travel with and passing the torch to the next generation of uke playe…

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Favorite Videos from 16 Years of UU | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #120 1:04:38

3M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Video Podcast and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/06/favorite-videos-from-16-years-tuup20/In a totally normal podcast, the guys are taking turns and naming their 3 Favorite things from all of UU. See what they picked, and click on the video podcast link to check out all the things mentioned.…

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Big “Band”ito Tyler | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #119 1:27:51

3M ago1:27:51

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Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/05/big-bandito-tyler-tuup119/ In this special Pre-Recorded Podcast, we talk to Sarah Tochiki, the Music Director for both Kauai Community College and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School. She is also the person who re-arranged songs from Bandito Tyler for Jazz Big Band. A few weeks ago…

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Name that Quote: Jake or Jacob Collier | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #118 1:10:21

3M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/05/name-the-quote-tuup118/ Content Warning: If you’re Sensitive to Mouth Sounds or Eating, you may want to stop listening after 36:15With Kyle back on the podcast, the guys are trying a new Ukulele Challenge, Name that Quote: Jake or Jac-Ob. Kahai is challenging Aldrine and Kyle to gue…

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Chord Substitutions With or Without Theory | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #117 1:15:42

3M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/05/chord-substitutions-tuup117/ If you find a song “Boring”, use Chord Substitutions to spice them up. Kahai Challenges Aldrine to demonstrate a couple of ways you can change a song by “Replacing” one or two chords. Aldrine starts by adding notes to the base chord to make new Substit…

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Gigging Do’s & DON’TS | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #116 1:11:32

4M ago1:11:32

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Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/05/gigging-dos-donts-tuup116/ This week, we’re hanging out with friend of the show, Kyle Furusho, and finding out the biggest Do’s and DON’TS for Gigging Musicians and Audience Members. The Podcast starts off with a question from Kyle’s biggest Fan, Mickey Aüto. Then we ask Kyle how …

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Improvising Memes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #115 1:17:50

4M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/04/improvising-memes-tuup115/ How do you use “Memes” to Jump in on Songs and Improvise? Aldrine shares his secret tips to playing along to other people even when you’re unsure of the songs, keys, or chord switches. This leads into a discussion on improvising, and how you can use simp…

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Fusing Ukulele + Jazz Big Bands | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #114 1:15:38

4M ago1:15:38

1:15:38

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/04/fusing-ukulele-jazz-big-bands-tuup114/ What happens when you rearrange a Western Ukulele Instrumental Concept Album for Jazz Big Band? This Week Aldrine and Mike are sharing their experience playing and planning for the KCC Jazz Festival. We start off with a relatively quick convers…

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What to Bring to a Uke Festival | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #113 1:14:55

4M ago1:14:55

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Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/04/essential-festival-items-tuup113/ What are Essential Items you bring to a Festival? Do you even need to bring an Ukulele to a Festival, and should you bring your most “Expensive Ukulele” or should you bring a “Beater”? The team tries to help a viewer define a group of notes, and e…

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Memorizing without SHEET Music | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #112 1:13:43

4M ago1:13:43

1:13:43

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/04/memorizing-without-sheet-music-tuup112/Is Sheet Music necessary for Memorizing a song? In this Week’s Podcast Aldrine will show you how you can build your Music Instincts; Memorize songs using Numbers and Feelings; and play the “Wrong” Chord while playing the “Right” Song. We’re g…

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Tapping in 2 Minutes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #111 1:20:19

4M ago1:20:19

1:20:19

Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/04/tapping-in-two-minutes-tuup111/ Learn how to Tap in 2 Minutes! This week, the guys are challenging Aldrine to teach a Tapping Riff as fast as he can. After Aldrine’s Tapping Speedrun, he explains the theory behind Tapping. The Team discuss learning Party Trick Riffs vs learning to…

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Building Confidence through Little Oopsies | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #110 1:21:13

5M ago1:21:13

1:21:13

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/03/building-confidence-through-little-oopsies-tuup110/ What does Pirate Ships, Sister Act and Building Confidence have in common? Answer: This Week’s Ukulele Underground Podcast. The guys start off the Podcast by playing their Song Submissions for the Songwriting Challenge, and making p…

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Scrappy Youth VS Mature Musicians | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #109 1:07:57

5M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/03/scrappy-youth-vs-mature-musician-tuup109/ What is the difference between a Scrappy, Up and Coming Musician VS a Mature Musician who has been around the block? What are the traits of Inexperienced Players and what are the qualities of Tasteful Players? What Jamming Faux Pas should you…

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Harsh Truth Among Impostors | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #108 1:06:23

5M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Show Notes and Timestamp: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/03/harsh-truth-among-impostors-tuup108/ What was a Harsh Truth Aldrine needed to face in order to improve as an Ukulele Player? Aldrine shares the precise moment when someone gave him a “Harsh Truth” that pushed him to being a better player. We also hear how Aldrine learned to grow from …

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Warm-Ups that Make You SWOLE | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #107 1:15:17

6M ago1:15:17

1:15:17

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/03/warm-ups-that-make-you-swole-tuup107/ Learn these Secret Warm-Ups that will maximize your (Finger) Muscles, and get you SWOLE! Before Aldrine reveals his secrets to the perfect Warm-Ups, he talks about his busy Weekend spent going to an awesome concert, and hanging out with Ukulele H…

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First Gig Fumbles | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #106 1:32:41

6M ago1:32:41

1:32:41

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/02/first-gig-fumbles-tuup106/ We’re taking a retrospective look back at Aldrine’s first unpaid Gig vs his first paid Gig. Aldrine also reveals the source of his Stage Anxiety, and if he regrets making mistakes while on stage. The guys give suggestions for playing odd time signatures bef…

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Entering the Flow State | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #105 1:36:19

6M ago1:36:19

1:36:19

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/02/entering-the-flow-state-tuup105/ Today, the guys are joined by Mike "INSERT NICKNAME HERE" Odo to help explain what the "Flow State" is, and how musicians find themselves in that state. Before the guys dive into this topic, you know that they have to take a couple of detours talking …

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The First Roadblock | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #104 1:21:23

6M ago1:21:23

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Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/02/the-first-roadblock-tuup104/ What was the first Roadblock Aldrine experienced? Aldrine explains the first situational Roadblock he ran in to on his uke journey, then he tells what song and technique he faced as a Roadblock. The guys also discuss the importance of figuring out music b…

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How to Spice Up Boring Strumming | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #103 1:16:11

6M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/02/how-to-spice-up-boring-strumming-tuup193/ Is Strumming “Boring” for you? This Week, UU tackles why people get Bored with Strumming, and the different ways you can take a “Boring” strum and Spice it up! Before the team unveils their Spicy Secrets, Aldrine demonstrates Arpeggios and wh…

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Apologetic Harmonics | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #102 1:22:10

7M ago1:22:10

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Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/01/apologetic-harmonics-tuup102/ The podcast continues from last Week when Aldrine explains Harmonics and how he used it to play Creep with Cynthia Lin. Before Aldrine demonstrates the many types of Harmonics (Natural, Artificial, Chordal, and Pinch), we expose the “High” budget of the podca…

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Revisiting Bodysurfing | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #101 1:14:38

7M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/01/revisiting-bodysurfing-tuup101/ What is Aldrine listening to? We start off this week’s podcast with Aldrine talking about revisiting and reinventing Bodysurfing which leads into a discussion on what Ukulele Music he’s been listening to. A member ask how would Aldrine tackle learning a dif…

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Favorite Moments from 100 Episodes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #100 1:33:57

7M ago1:33:57

1:33:57

Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/01/favorite-moments-tuup100/ For our 100th Episode, we have Funkmaster Mike returning to share what were his Favorite Moments from the Past 100 Episodes. Before the guys share their favorite Podcast Memories, Mike talks about going to the Rose Bowl. The crew also discusses Ideal Action Heigh…

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AWARD WINNING PODCAST! | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #99 1:11:46

8M ago1:11:46

1:11:46

Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/01/award-winning-podcast-tuup99/ CAN YOU SMELL WHAT UKULELE UNDERGROUND IS COOKING? You are now listening to An AWARD WINNING Podcast. The team is flying high after their recent Ukies Award. This podcast is definitely packed with all the quality (Power Rangers, Wrestling, Legends of the Hidd…

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The Chord Tone Rabbit Hole | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #98 1:22:19

9M ago1:22:19

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Show Notes and Link: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/12/the-chord-tone-rabbit-hole-tuup98/ For the last podcast of the year, the guys ask Aldrine what Music "Rabbit Hole" he got into this year? Aldrine list several Music Obsessions he's had this year, but the most noteworthy is Chord Tone Soloing. He explains what Chord Tone Soloing is, and how…

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The 3 Keys to Ukulele Success | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #97 1:13:51

8M ago1:13:51

1:13:51

Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/12/the-3-keys-to-ukulele-success/ What 3 Keys should you learn before joining a jam? Aldrine list songs in these 3 keys that will help you learn and familiarize yourself with the chords and notes in the keys. The guys talk about practicing with Backing Tracks and how Playing Along to the ori…

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The Best Holiday Uke Songs | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #96 1:10:45

9M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/12/the-best-holiday-uke-songs-tuup96/ The UU Boys are sharing what Holiday Uke Songs they blast during the season. Along the way, the guys get sidetracked with stories of musician's enjoying their own music, and get into their favorite non-uke Christmas Songs. Aldrine also offers advice for …

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Sheet Music Vs Music Theory | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #95 1:21:11

9M ago1:21:11

1:21:11

Show Notes and Video Podcast: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/11/sheet-music-vs-music-theory-tuup95/ What is more important: learning to read Sheet Music or learning Music Theory? The UU team discuss the value of both, and how much you actually need to be a proficient uke player. Alongside this topic, Aldrine demonstrates how he's still discove…

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Our Biggest Buyer’s Remorse | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #94 1:13:44

9M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/11/our-biggest-buyers-remorse-tuup94/Being the last podcast before Thanksgiving (and Black Friday), Aldrine shares what accessories are great buys, and which ones have caused him buyer's remorse. The guys also cover why you should learn different chord positions, their opinions on woun…

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String Wars: Return of the G | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #93 1:19:03

9M ago1:19:03

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Show Notes and Links: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/11/string-wars-return-of-g-tuup93/ Aldrine Guerrero has returned to his home podcast of K-Town in an attempt to rescue his friend, Aaron "The Voice" from the clutches of the vile gangster, Colonel K. Little does Aldrine know that the GALACTIC UNDERGROUND has secretly begun construction on a …

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Making Fancy Chords Easy | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #92 1:07:26

10M ago1:07:26

1:07:26

Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/11/making-fancy-chords-easy-tuup92/ This Week Aldrine is demystifying and demonstrating "Fancy Chords" aka "Neal Chords". Aldrine shows his favorite "Easy" Fancy Chords and how you could substitute them in chord patterns. As the podcast progresses, Aldrine dives deeper into the chordal…

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Fingerpicking & Fingerstyle & Chord Melody, Oh My! | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #91 1:32:33

10M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/10/fingerpicking-fingerstyle-chord-melody-oh-my-tuup91/What is the difference between Fingerpicking, Fingerstyle and Chord Melody? With Fingerpicking being thrown around as a catch-all term, we ask Aldrine what his definition of Fingerpicking is and how is it different from Fingersty…

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Overlooked Music Skills | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #90 1:27:46

10M ago1:27:46

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Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/10/overlooked-music-skills-tuup90/This week, the guys are having a discussion about music skills that are overlooked by beginners, but essential to being a better musician. Aldrine makes his argument of Form, Phrasing and Playing with Others. Mike adds in Listening, and Slowing Down. K…

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Woodshed: The Musician’s Hyperbolic Chamber | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #89 1:25:35

10M ago1:25:35

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Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/10/woodshed-the-musicians-hyperbolic-chamber-tuup89/ Musicians say you need to lock yourself in a Woodshed and Practice to get better. We think the term should be updated to training in a Hyperbolic Chamber. This week, Aaron ask Aldrine what Woodshedding means to him, and what are exam…

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Why is Ukulele Great for Songwriting? | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #88 1:28:19

11M ago1:28:19

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Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/10/why-is-ukulele-great-for-songwriting-tuup88/ Funkmaster Mike is back this week to give his tips for Songwriting. The guys start off the podcast explaining why the Ukulele is great for Songwriting. Aldrine shares his suggestions for getting out of a 4 chord loop, while Mike passes …

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Straight VS Curly Koa | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #87 1:08:49

11M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

Show Notes and Video Podcast: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/10/straight-vs-curly-koa-tuup87/ Straight VS Curly Koa. Glossy VS Satin Finishes. Aldrine explains the differences and gives examples of ukuleles that use Straight and Curly Koas, and ukuleles with Glossy and Satin Finishes. Before diving into that, Aldrine gives his secret remedy fo…

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Ukulele’s Biggest Misconceptions | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #86 1:11:13

11M ago1:11:13

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Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/09/ukuleles-biggest-misconceptions-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-86/ It's a special Aldrine and Kahai show at home. Because Aaron is taking a break this week, Kahai throws some hard hitting questions at Aldrine like what musicians would he want to see use uke more, and what are the…

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Aldrine and Aaron's Stories from the Road | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #85 1:17:39

11M ago1:17:39

1:17:39

Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/09/aldrine-and-aarons-stories-from-the-road-tuup85/ The boys are back, and ready to share some stories from the road. Before they jump into it, Aldrine demonstrates the most common problem people have with bending and how they can fix it. The guys thank everyone for coming to their sho…

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Music Snobbery & Elitism (ft Magic Mike) | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #84 1:30:33

12M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/09/music-snobbery-elitism-magic-mike-tuup84/ We're making Magic Mike work on his own Birthday. Mike is back to share what instrumentals he thinks should be translated to ukulele, if you need to play in the original key, and if it's wrong to play with sheet music. Arguing against him (n…

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Top 3 Underrated Influential Ukulele Songs | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #83 1:29:11

12M ago1:29:11

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Video Podcast & Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/08/top-3-underrated-influential-ukulele-songs-tuup83/ Here are Aldrine's Top 3 Underrated Influential Songs. Do you agree, do you think there are more underrated ukulele songs that deserve to be on the list? Before Aldrine list his Top 3 Underrated songs, he lists some appropriately ra…

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