Ukulele Underground PodcastJun 03, 2024
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Favorite Videos from 16 Years of UU | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #120Video 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.Jun 03, 202401:04:38Big “Band”ito Tyler | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #119Video 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 weRecapped the Kauai Jazz Festival, but this week we pick Sarah’s Brain for how she came up with the Arrangements. As we talk about each song, Aldrine shares the background history of the Bandito Tyler album, and we learn about the Real People who inspired the Characters. Sarah explains how she accomplished the challenging task of balancing the songs original essence while also adding more to the instrumentation. Mike contributes his own perspective as a member of the band, and as the person to plant the idea of re-arranging Bandito Tyler. We hope you guys are as excited to see what else can come from Future Ukulele and Jazz Collaborations.May 27, 202401:27:51Chord Substitutions With or Without Theory | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #117Video 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 Substitutions. On the next Level, Aldrine shows how you can use Relative Chords as Substitutions, and how you can combine both techniques to make a song your own. The guys also discuss how knowing some Music Theory is a good shortcut to find new Substitutions, but if you want to jump in, it can be as easy as Adding or Subtracting fingers from a Chord. The team shares some of their favorite examples of Musicians who didn’t know Music Theory, but still made great Music. Viewers ask about Baritones as Starter Ukes, and what Amp Settings should be used for Ukuleles before the guys open a gift box from UU Member, Rux.May 14, 202401:15:43Improvising Memes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #115Video 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 simple songs to “Meme” to your audience. Two viewers ask questions on plucking with your Fretting Hand, and improving your Strumming Speed. The guys respond to a viewers comment on being intimidated by the Improv Masters, Kalei and Corey, and show how even the pros use simple tricks to make effective solos. Aldrine gives his own examples of how he is trying to improve on his ukulele journey, and how he is still a student too. At the end of the day, everything comes down to having Fun!Apr 30, 202401:17:50What to Bring to a Uke Festival | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #113Video 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 explain why they aren’t pentatonic, and why you don’t necessarily need to name them. Aldrine explains the advantages and disadvantages of different Ukulele Bridge Types. The podcast is topped of with recounting the Kauai Ukulele Festival and giving a preview of Aldrine’s workshop for the Monopolele Festival.Apr 16, 202401:14:55Memorizing without SHEET Music | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #112Video 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 giving all of our opinions on when it’s appropriate to use and perform with TABS/Sheet Music.Apr 09, 202401:13:43Tapping in 2 Minutes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #111Video 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 apply the same Flashy Techniques. As an Example of Elegant Application of Tapping, the guys geek out about the genius of Jake’s Album and Song, Dragon. This leads to an appreciative analysis of Ernie Cruz Jr. and the rest of the Cruz family. A Songwriting Challenge winner is picked while also drifting into a tangent about Dead Media. Aldrine ask’s the last question of the podcast: what is the Algorithm’s effect on Creativity?Apr 02, 202401:20:20Building Confidence through Little Oopsies | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #110Show 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 plans to get their own Pirate Ship. A member ask Aldrine if there are specific Thumb Picks for Ukulele, and if he has recommendations? The team discuss how you can Build Your Confidence even if you make little “Oopsies” or play a wrong note? The podcast is topped off with what pickups does Aldrine use, and where can you get the best Acai bowl?Mar 26, 202401:21:13Scrappy Youth VS Mature Musicians | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #109Show 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 avoid, and what can you do to Mature as a Musician? Find the answers to these questions plus our thoughts on High Humidity, Jazz, and Metal on today’s podcast.Mar 19, 202401:07:58Harsh Truth Among Impostors | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #108Show 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 these criticisms and how he changed his goals to better reflect himself. The guys discuss Wound, Unwound and Flatwound Low G Strings and what they prefer. A new Songwriting Challenge is set before Aldrine gets introspective on where his own Impostor Syndrome comes from, and how he deals with it.Mar 12, 202401:06:23Warm-Ups that Make You SWOLE | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #107Show Notes and Timestamps: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/03/warm-ups-that-make-you-swole-tuup107/Learn theseSecret Warm-Upsthat will maximize your (Finger) Muscles, and get youSWOLE!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 Heavy Hitters. The guys answer the questions of will sanding and repainting an ukulele change the sound, and how do you turn a Melody into a Fingerstyle Song? Aldrine explains his recommended Warm-Ups and how focusing on Form is more important than speed. If you want to be theStrongest Ukulele Playeryou can be, check out this Week’s Podcast!Mar 05, 202401:15:17First Gig Fumbles | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #106Show 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 before Aldrine talks about his impostor syndrome. The UU team reveal their humble working conditions while also teasing some future plans.Feb 27, 202401:32:41Entering the Flow State | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #105Show 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 about Disney+ and the Rock. Back on topic, the UU team discuss what the "Flow State" feels like, experiencing Flow in a band, and what songs can put them into that state. They also list songs that get them Hyped before performances. The guys answer some audience questions about Widening the groove in your nut, and Traveling with your Ukulele. It's always a blast with Mike Around. Let us know what Mike's new nickname should be?Feb 20, 202401:36:19The First Roadblock | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #104Show 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 by ear, playing with others, and being In the Zone. Aldrine demonstrates Bending, and how to incorporate different techniques into your strumming. At the end of the podcast, the team talks about Practice vs Playing, and how limiting your practice time is actually good for you.Feb 13, 202401:21:23How to Spice Up Boring Strumming | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #103Show 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 what you can do to practice your Arpeggios. The guys mention some “Boring” songs from the Kauai Ukulele Club, and what they did to add a new dimension to the Songs. This leads to a discussion about How to Start your own Uke Clubs, and the best practices for new clubs. The podcast is topped off with talks about the upcoming Festivals, Future UU+ Solos, the new Play Along, and Peter Moon’s Legacy.Feb 06, 202401:16:12Apologetic Harmonics | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #102Show 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 podcast, while Aldrine issues an apology for the lateness of the New Solos and Play Along. A viewer asks for advice on how to avoid aggravating their Tennis Elbow, while another UUer asks for an explanation to the Percussive Mutes. Both Topics lead into a discussion on the importance of Form, and some of the General Rules you want to follow. The guys explain why there is no “Best String Set” and how you would switch from a Low G to High G Ukulele. A new Cliffhanger Question is asked for next Week.Jan 30, 202401:22:11Revisiting Bodysurfing | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #101Show 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 difficult song like Bodysurfing and where would he start? The guys give their perspective on what Performers would like from an Event Organizer. Someone ask for help with the timing to a tricky riff, while another UUer ask what you can do to play ukulele silently? We finish with a cliffhanger question for next week.Jan 23, 202401:14:39Favorite Moments from 100 Episodes | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #100Show 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 Height, Quality Control in Ukuleles, and Learning Guitar. The Podcast is topped off with some tips for choosing Ukuleles without trying them in person, and the woes of checking an instrument on a plane. Thanks for Listening, here's to the next 100 Episodes.Jan 16, 202401:33:58AWARD WINNING PODCAST! | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #99Show 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 AnAWARD WINNINGPodcast. The team is flying high after their recentUkies Award. This podcast is definitely packed with all the quality (Power Rangers, Wrestling, Legends of the Hidden Temple) that you can expect out of anAWARD WINNINGPodcast. The guys also answer some questions on Modes/Islands, what is a good amount of practice, the spider exercise, and upcoming Festival dates. Getting back to the cream of the episode, UU discusses being theHeelof Ukulele Podcast, and what will come forUkulele Podcastmania 2024.Seriously, thank you to everyone who nominated and voted for us. We wouldn’t be here without you guys.Jan 09, 202401:11:46The Chord Tone Rabbit Hole | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #98Show 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 it differs from regular fingerpicking. Two questions about thumb placement makes Aldrine reiterate how important proper form is. The guys debate what wood sounds closest to Koa before going off track with a Dessert discussion. The podcast is topped off with Warm Up recommendations, advice for Finegrstyle beginners, a Cardistry demo, and plans for a Mario Kart Stream. Our next Live Podcast will be January 8th. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from the UU Team!Dec 19, 202301:22:19The 3 Keys to Ukulele Success | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #97Show 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 original is helpful even with Solo Ukulele Arrangements. Aldrine gives his recommendations for a starter loop pedals and a trick to using a loop pedal as a backing track. UU also tackles Barre Chords, beginner Mic and Amp suggestions, plus transposing music from Low G to High G.Dec 12, 202301:13:51The Best Holiday Uke Songs | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #96Show 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 holding Am, switching between Guitar and Uke, cleaning your freatboard, taking care of your nails, and tightening a geared tuner.Dec 05, 202301:10:46Sheet Music Vs Music Theory | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #95Show 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 discovering new pieces of Music Theory, and how he's applying it to spice up his own playing. The guys share tips on how to make the most out of In-Person Lessons, and advice on how to make a Jam more Beginner-Friendly?Nov 28, 202301:21:11String Wars: Return of the G | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #93Show 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 new armored space instrument even more powerful than the first dreaded High G Ukulele. When completed, this ultimate weapon will spell certain doom for the small band of Low G Players struggling to restore music to the galaxy...Nov 14, 202301:19:04Making Fancy Chords Easy | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #92Video 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 rabbit hole; showing more complex chords, and how you might construct them. After swimming in the depths of chords, the guys answer questions about Capos, Expensive Ukuleles, and how someone can improve their musicality.Nov 07, 202301:07:27Why is Ukulele Great for Songwriting? | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #88Video 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 on Songwriting Wisdom he learned from professionals. The guys set a new Songwriting Challenge before answering questions about Vibratos and Movable Chord Shapes. Mike ends the podcast with his updated guide to buying Hawaii Made Ukuleles.Oct 10, 202301:28:20Straight VS Curly Koa | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #87Show 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 for sore throats. The guys also explain what it means for an ukulele to open up, and give their opinions on kids playing plastic ukuleles. Aldrine tops up the podcast with his preferences for multistring ukuleles.Oct 03, 202301:08:50Ukulele’s Biggest Misconceptions | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #86Video 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 biggest misconceptions of the ukulele? After tackling those spicy questions, Aldrine answers a Tennis question, and shows off a lovely gift from a member. The duo also answer questions about multi headed instruments, improvising, and if curl in wood actually affects the sound? Hopefully the UU Team will make a recovery, and be back together by next week.Sep 26, 202301:11:14The Songs that Made Us | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #82Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/08/the-songs-that-made-us-tuup82/On this week's podcast Aldrine reveals, the first song he learned, and the first (couple) songs he was proud to have learned. Aldrine also explains what makes a good first song, and what made him proud to learn I'll Be Your Baby Tonight and Guava Jam. We get request for Aldrine to demonstrate Rolls, give tips for the Chunk, and exercises for Faster Playing. The guys also discuss Daily Practice amounts, and efficient playing/practicing.Aug 22, 202301:21:49Top 3 Ukulele Players with the Best Tone | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #80Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/08/top-3-ukulele-players-with-the-best-tone-tuup80/Which Ukulele Players have the best tone? On the first Monday Ukulele Underground Podcast, we're grilling Aldrine on who he thinks has the best tone in the Ukulele World. Aldrine narrows down his list to 3 (with some honorable mentions), and includes examples for when these player's tonal qualities shine. We answer a couple of questions about upgrading to Concert Ukuleles, and what someone should learn after the basic 4 chord songs? Aldrine also talks about reusing strings, and learning to pick for the first time. The podcast is topped off with a reminder of the upcoming UU Seattle Tour.Aug 08, 202301:21:15The BEST Chord Melody Song | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #79Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/07/the-best-chord-melody-song-tuup79/What makes While My Guitar Gently Weeps the Best Chord Melody Song? The podcast starts with the UU team contemplating dying while playing ukulele, and what happens to your ukulele postmortem. Aldrine demonstrates what goes into a simple Chord Melody. He then explains some of the deep thought and intention that went behind Jake's arrangement of While my Guitar Gently Weeps. The UU team also discusses changing your strings, oiling your fretboard, and tips for the E chord. We also learn Beauty tips for your Ukulele, using a Capo as a tool, and the new Livestream Schedule.Jul 15, 202301:06:25Ukulele for Sausage Fingers | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #76Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/06/ukulele-for-sausage-fingers-tuup76/If you have Sausage Fingers should you play a bigger ukulele, or should you stick to the traditional sizes? Mike argues for bigger ukuleles for Sausage Fingered Individuals. Aldrine argues for people buying the instrument that they want. We also hear their opinions on replacing a nut on an ukulele, traits to look for in a good ukulele, and how do you know if a sales rep is trustworthy? The guys further discuss why Baritone and Guitalele are their own instruments, and what the future of concerts might look like.Jun 10, 202301:18:33A SERIOUS Ukulele Podcast | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #72Show Notes and Video Podcast: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/04/a-serious-ukulele-podcast-tuup72/A Serious Ukulele podcast for Seriously Serious people. NO jokes, NO 90's cartoon references, NO video games, and definitely NO wrestling. This week, we are only answering the most serious questions like modifying your uke for strings, plugging in to speakers, playing the proper D7, and the difference between Chord Melodies and Fingerstyle? The guys also discuss mango ukuleles, damaging ukes with the sun, leveling up your playing, and the MOST SERIOUS UKULELE QUESTION WE'VE EVER HAD!Apr 22, 202301:12:18The Hot Seat! | The Ukulele Underground Podcast #71Video Podcast and Show Notes: https://ukuleleunderground.com/2023/04/hot-seat-podcast-tuup71/You're watching the Hot Seat! It's the podcast with hot questions and even hotter seats! Today, we're joined by Magic Mike. On a totally normal Podcast, the guys are answering questions about classical guitar strings, t shirt collections, and calluses. The team also helps someone with expanding their strumming, and explain what extended chords are. If that's not enough, there's an announcement for an upcoming guest, some ramen fixing tips, and an inquiry into a specific problem with Pineapple Ukuleles. Welcome to the show. How are you with Spicy Seating?Apr 08, 202301:08:56
