Category Archives: Ukulele Videos

Happy Holidays from the Hideaway

Posted on December 22, 2011 by BeatNik

Having a great time in the Ukulele Hideaway – wish you were here! All our best holiday wishes, BeatNik and friends PS: Here is a beautiful holiday greeting from Jake Shimabukuro – no one “says” it better…

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It’s SKIFFLE Time!

Posted on November 30, 2011 by BeatNik

I first heard the term Skiffle while watching (and re-watching, and re-watching…) the phenomenal rockumentary It Might Get Loud. My buddy Chris was visiting from London and explained that the music was a huge craze in mid ’50′s UK led … Continue reading →

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BeatNik’s Ukulele Hideaway

Posted on November 23, 2011 by BeatNik
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Happy National Ukulele Day!!!

Posted on May 2, 2011 by BeatNik

Today, May 2nd, is National Ukulele Day! In honor of our beloved instrument, please join Mike Upton, President of Kala Ukulele, as he discusses the history of the Ukulele. Enjoy!!!

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Eddie Vedder Ukulele Album

Posted on April 11, 2011 by BeatNik

It’s true – next month the long-rumored album of ukulele songs by Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder hits the shelves! Ambitiously titled “Ukulele Songs” (how do they come up with these catchy titles?), the first single, “Longing To Belong”, is … Continue reading →

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Lucky Uke – Lucky Us!

Posted on April 5, 2011 by BeatNik

I am digging these guys from Montreal! Their new album is filled with songs from my wild youth, now set to sweet island vibe. Perfect for rocking (in your hammock)! The first video is an introduction to the band: Now, … Continue reading →

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Ian Clarkson Brings It!

Posted on March 18, 2011 by BeatNik

Feeling gloomy? Tired of the endless bad news on TV? Need some real, old fashioned, feel good ukulele music? Check out Ian Clarkson and the Jive Aces’ new video, “Bring Me Sunshine”, a fantastic production featuring locations right here in … Continue reading →

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Ukulele and Uterus United in Song!

Posted on February 11, 2011 by BeatNik

If you haven’t yet seen William H. Macy wield his ukulele axe, you’ve been missing out! (For example, check out his awesome video with Kate Micucci here) He’s back, this time with wife and pro-choice partner Felicity Huffman, singing a … Continue reading →

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Jake and Ted’s Excellent Adventure

Posted on January 31, 2011 by BeatNik

I, like most of you, am a HUGE fan of Jake Shimabukuro (if you’re out there Jake, I’d love to get an interview!) Every once in a while there is a ukulele video that must be seen by all – … Continue reading →

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Amanda Palmer – Ukulele And Naughty Bits

Posted on January 13, 2011 by BeatNik

“Soft and sweet and shaped like a triangle Some girls want no shape and they shave it all That’s so whack, it hurts with the stubble Walking ’round and look like an eight-year-old” Yes, Amanda Palmer’s new song, “Map of … Continue reading →

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