Ukulele Underground Podcast

14 Years of Memories & Finding Your People Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-last-ukulele-underground-podcast-the-uu-podcast-165.169256/ For the last Ukulele Underground Podcast, the UU Crew are taking a walk down Memory Lane. They reminisce from when Kahai first joined UU to their more recent Favorite Memories from the Podcast and Jams. Kahai ask what Takeaways A...

Kauai Festivals, Proper Standing Form & Capo Intonation Troubles Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/do-you-even-need-the-thumb-the-uu-podcast-164.169140/ This Week, we're getting a recap of some of the Going-ons happening on Kauai and Oahu. Aldrine talks about the Kauai Ukulele Festival, the Hawaiian Culture that was shared at the festival, and the performers inclu...

Proper Triangle Posture, String Expiration, Learning the Feel & Non-Wood Ukes Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/structured-practice-r%C3%A9sum%C3%A9-remixes-regimens-the-uu-podcast-163.169033/ How do you know when to move on to next lesson? How do you structure a Proper Practice Résumé Regimen? The guys start this week's Podcast by giving some feedback to a "...

Being "Yourself" On Stage, Doubling Down on Jokes, & Reeling in the Audience Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/developing-the-aldrine-persona-the-uu-podcast-162.168936/ On this Week's Podcast, Aldrine is revealing how and when his On Stage Persona came to be. The guys also discuss standing out from other Musicians, Making Multi-Layered Jokes, Looking for...

Classical Appreciation, The Cons of Chord Shortcuts, & Gaining the "Uncle Status" Watch the Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-advice-you-probably-dont-want-to-hear-the-uu-podcast-161.168830/ In the Style of Uncles, the UU Crew is giving some harsh truths and advice on this Week's Podcast. The Podcast Starts off with finding out what Song changed Aldrine&#3...

Craig and Sarah's Ukulele Retreat, Bringing a Cultural Component & What Makes a Good Festival Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/breaking-out-of-the-festival-formula-featuring-roo-the-uu-podcast-160.168727/ We're catching up with Friend, and UUer,  Roo on Uke . We learn more about Roo, who he is, and why the name change? Aldrine and Roo were at...

Mystery Guest, Knowing What to Fingerpick, Song Variations & Gigging in Hawaii Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/sincere-apologies-musical-storytelling-gigging-advice-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-159.168606/ In a  Heartfelt  and  Sincere  tone, Aldrine has to issue a  Deep Apology  to a Close Personal Friend ( who will remain anonymou s). After the...

Joining a Community, Small Island Life, & Lāhui Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/life-lessons-from-moloka-i-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-158.168494/ Aldrine and Aaron went to Moloka`i this weekend to play for the Super Bowl (Soup R' Bowl). While on Moloka`i, the guys got a taste of what "Real Small" island life can be like, and learn...

Half Step Down Tuning, Letting Songs Out, Syncing Strumming and Chord Switches Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/writing-pure-hearted-songs-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-157.168379/ This week the guys are imitating Pure Heart, and showcasing their Half Step Down songs for the Songwriting Challenge. The guys talk about what inspirations they took from Pu...

CAGE, Movable Chords, Favorite Movies & Our First Picking Songs Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/want-to-learn-fast-learn-like-a-kid-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-156.168289/ What is the CAGE Method, and is there an easier way to learn Movable Chords? Besides explaining CAGE, the guys discuss what pick guards are, and if they are worth it? We go of...

Different Types of Hand Pain, Fixes for Barre Chords, & Neapolitan Ice Cream Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/easy-fixes-vs-skills-that-take-time-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-155.168177/ What are the common problems that new players encounter which can be fixed fast vs the ones that will take time? But before The UU Beatles answer this question, t...

8-4-2-1 Exercise, History of Tuning, Songwriting Challenge #40 & A Rare Signed CD Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/practices-all-chords-uses-one-shape-80-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-154.168086/ Why makes a Chord Shape the "Standard"? Why are Ukulele's tuned the way they are? Magic Mike is back on the podcast to help the guys answer...

Evolution of Europa, Aldrine's Sharingan, Hidden Ukulele Monsters, & Settings for Amps Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/aha-moments-that-open-uke-doors-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-153.167993/ Hear about the  "AHA Moments", The Big Epiphanies, The Breakthroughs  that accelerated the UU Crews' musical growth. Aldrine starts off by...

Choosing what Ukulele to Perform with, Budget Conscious Brands, & Best Plastic Ukuleles Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/recital-preparation-tips-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-152.167896/ The AG Academy had it's Recital over the weekend, so Aldrine gives a recap of how his students performed, and tips for viewers who are preparing for a Recital...

Recreating Songs Quickly, Instrument Retirement, & Music Theory that Makes No Sense! Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/trolling-music-nerds-sharp-1-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-151.167784/ How do we go from a Sitcom Opening to Enraging Music Theory Nerds? Along the way, Aldrine answers how he's able to give efficient feedback, and recreate a song after only see...

Performers vs Entertainers, Being a Part of the Joke, Learning from Comedians & Wrestlers Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-3-levels-of-entertainers-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-150.167692/ The guys are sharing their perspectives on what makes a good entertainer. They discuss the qualities that people may overlook when they want to perform. They...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/what-matters-to-musicians-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-149.167604/ The 4 horsemen of UU are using their GUTS to make choices. Low G or High G ? Soprano or Tenor ? What makes a better instrument: Materials or Construction ? What is more important: Note Choice or Rhythm ? Find out what the guys chose, and what the live a...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/it-happened-again-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-148.167492/ "Good things do happen to bad people." Something incredible happened for the second time, but before this insane anomaly is discussed, the guys are talking about adding Extensions to passing solos, the secrets behind "Magic" Riffs, and how to get started with O...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/%F0%9F%8E%84jazz-is-the-stinky-cheese-of-music-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-147%F0%9F%8E%81.167428/ We're all over the place on this week's podcast. Mike is back, and the guys try answering how much riffing is prepared vs off the top of the dome. Aldrine equates riffs to catchphrases and new vocabulary to try out in se...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/you-dont-suck-at-improv-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-146.167349/ It's only Aldrine and Kahai this week. The guys start off this different feeling podcast by explaining what people should do to prep  Gift Ukuleles , so they're ready to be played? They also talk about other things to consider when gifting an ukulele, and...

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-creator-of-the-best-low-g-strings-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-145.167265/ After  Raving about a Particular Set of Strings , we finally get the chance to talk to the Creator of the "Best Low G Strings", Peace. Besides creating the legendary String Set, Peace is also the founder of the  Insaeng Ukulele Schools . We pi...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/ukulele-gift-guide-for-kids-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-144.167182/ What do you look for when you want to gift a Kid their 1st Uke? Aldrine and the guys share their do's and don'ts when buying someone their first ukulele. They also talk about what Ukulele Accessories to look out for, the difference between Geared and...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-one-secret-to-tremolos-%E2%81%BD%E1%B5%96%CA%B3%E1%B5%83%E1%B6%9C%E1%B5%97%E2%81%B1%E1%B6%9C%E1%B5%89%E2%81%BE-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-143.167065/ Do you want the  Secret  to  Perfect Tremolos?  (It's practicing). Before revealing the  BIG  Secret, Aldrine explains what makes his signature Ukulele unique, and...

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/uke-songs-about-2-guys-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-142.166960/ The UU Guys perform their songs inspired by everyone's favorite 2 Ukulele Guys. Aldrine's song is inspired by 2 Ukulele Duos; Kahai uses Chords reminiscent of Kalei and Corey; and Aaron makes a new theme song for The Ukulele Site podcast. After showing their...

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/proper-form-for-any-situation-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-141.166843/ The Real Magic Mike is back for another Ukulele Underground Podcast. Aldrine answers some questions from a previous podcast where viewers asked how to properly hold the Ukulele if they play a smaller size (Concert or Soprano), or how to play while s...