Aldrine on tour this week in CALIFORNIA!
No uke got mail today. But if you live in California and around the area, check out Aldrine’s show or seminar. Check out these videos and see if he’s coming to an area near you. Also check out this THREAD for more details. Bay Area Huntington Beach San Diego Hope you guys have [...]
Uke Minutes 30 – How To Read Tabs
Connect with ukulele players and discuss this episode HERE. Hey Undergroundlings! Have you ever wondered, how the heck do people read tabs? In this episode, the one and only Dominator (of Dominator’s Uke Tabs) stops by and explains the basics of reading ukulele tabs! How convenient! As Dom explains: 1. To orient yourself, it may [...]
Another UU Ukulele Give-Away!?
That’s right – April is the month we show even more love to the people of the Underground by giving away another (this time, even nicer) Free Ukulele!! It’s the “Oh, The Places Uke Will Go!” video contest, sponsored by KALA Ukuleles! Here’s what you need to do: 1. Make a video of yourself and [...]
Uke Minutes 7 – History of the Ukulele
In this episode of Uke Minutes, Aldrine gives a few fun facts about the origin of the ‘ukulele; its name, where it came from, and the ancestor instruments it was modeled after. For a much more comprehensive history of this marvelous little instrument, check out the following web-tastic presentations: History of the ‘Ukulele (UGH) Over [...]
Uke Minutes 5 Article – How To Re-string Your Ukulele
How To String your Ukulele So, you need to string your ukulele? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Here we’ll help guide you through all the steps to replace your old, dead strings with some brand spankin’ new nylons … Check out our video tutorial for all the same content, no reading required. What [...]
Uke Minutes 4 – Humidifiers
Humidity. It’s not something that tends to loom at the forefront of your mind, in regards to ukulele – especially when you’re rippin’ it up hardcore or kickin a smooth, tasty lick on your most prized wooden possession. And because historically, the instrument has tended to inhabit coastal or near-coastal-lying areas, the idea of even [...]
Uke Minutes 3 Article – Ukulele Sizes
Looking for an ukulele? -Yes! What kind should I get? What is the difference between the sizes? Do they sound that much different? Which is the best for me? Ahhh! I have so many questions! Relax. In time, we’ll break down everything for you … but first, SIZES:
Welcome to the Underground.
Um, ok … go for it … yeah, hit the lights … no the other one … yeah, HIT IT! Ahhh, yes people. FINALLY! Do you smell that? That there is the sweet smell of the underground wafting through your nose holes. Welcome one and all to UKULELE UNDERGROUND – The one-stop online location to [...]