Ukulele Stories
By Cameron Murray aka KAMUKE
Categories: Music, Music Commentary
Cameron Murray presents an interview series about people and music, and the intersection at which they meet. Subscribe now on your favourite podcast app!
22 episodes indexed on PodSearch.
Recent episodes
- RE-RELEASE: Bobby Alu
In this re-released conversation, host Cameron Murray speaks with Australian musician Bobby Alu about how Samoan family and musical traditions shaped his sound, and how the ukulele and log drums became central to his work. Alu also reflects on finding creative flow, sustaining a music career amid…
- Victoria Vox
Victoria Vox is back on the pod! An award-winning American songwriter and ukulele innovator whose music blends chanson, jazz-infused pop and indie folk, Victoria always has something interesting to offer. In our wide-ranging chat, we talk about her latest album, Nirvana in REM, which was inspired…
- Mike Upton
In this episode of Ukulele Stories, Cameron Murray speaks with Mike Upton about his journey from a family musical background to founding Kala and helping shape the modern ukulele market. Mike reflects on the influence of his father, his years in Hawaii, the early days of Lanakai, and the timing…
- Vince Esquire
In this episode, Vince Esquire shares his journey through music, from his early days in Oakland to becoming a funk-loving ukulele artist based in Hawaii. Discover how his collaborations, gear choices, and passion for pushing musical boundaries fuel his innovative sound and inspire others.Follow…
- Zoë Bestel
Born in Liverpool and raised in Scotland, talented singer-songwriter Zoë Bestel talks about overcoming self-doubt, finding confidence through live performance, and using music as a creative and reflective outlet. Our thoughtful conversation also explores her upcoming album Reverence, the role of…
- Troy Fernandez
Back in the '90s, Troy Fernandez and Ernie Cruz Jr sparked a ukulele revival that still echoes today. Their show-stopping style brought local Hawaiian culture to the world stage and their influence still echoes today. In this short, fascinating chat, Cameron Murray talks to Troy about those heady…
- Alex Beds
Alex Beds isn’t just a shop owner – he’s a musician, innovator and passionate ambassador of the ukulele who believes this humble instrument can heal, inspire, and connect. With decades of experience, he offers a fresh perspective on where the ukulele is heading and why it’s more exciting than…
- RE-RELEASE: Mic Conway
First released in 2019, this episode features my chat with great Australian entertainer Mic Conway. Unfortunately, some of the early episodes of Ukulele Stories don't seem to be available on all pod and streaming services, so I've decided to re-release a select few over the coming months. Mic and…
- Dani Joy & Perry Stauffer
Oregon-based Dani and Perry are two of the most generous people in the ukulele world. In our fun chat, we discuss their experiences in teaching and building a community around music, as well as their stewardship of the excellent Reno Ukulele Festival. We also talk about our shared friendship with…
- Dr David Megarrity
Brisbane-based David Megarrity is an artist's artist. As his stage persona Tyrone, he's been a regular on the Aussie uke scene for the past 25 years. With his collaborator Samuel Vincent, he's one half of Tyrone and Lesley, whose projects are always fascinating. On the cusp of the release of the…
- Ukulele Stories: Jim Beloff
Jim Beloff was at the vanguard of the Third Wave of Uke. He and his wife Liz founded Flea Market Music in 1992 and the company has helped countless people around the world discover the magic of the instrument. Here, we chat about those heady early days, Jim's brushes with famous uke fans such as…
- Ukulele Stories: Matt Dahlberg
I've known Seattle-based uke pro Matt Dahlberg for about 15 years, so it was great to finally catch up with him for a chat! He gave me three great tips for beginners, as well as one of the best definitions of success I've ever heard...Hope you enjoy…
- Ukulele Stories: Christopher Davis-Shannon
In this engaging conversation, Christopher Davis-Shannon, aka The Tin Man, shares insights from his musical journey, chats about the creation of the fantastic Magic Ukulele Club, and offers practical tips for effective practice.
- Ukulele Stories: Roy Sakuma
One from the Kamuke archives! An interview with Roy Sakuma on the eve of the 32nd Annual Ukulele Festival Hawaii in 2002.
- Ukulele Stories: Peter Luongo
My first encounter with Peter Luongo is etched in my memory...
- Ukulele Stories: Sam Muir
Meet Sam Muir, the first person in the world to do a PhD on the ukulele!
- Ukulele Stories: Shawn Yacavone
To most people, the ukulele is simply an easy-to-play social instrument. But to Shawn Yacavone, it’s much more important than that. To him, it’s a powerful cultural icon and a vital link to the Kingdom of Hawaii.
- Ukulele Stories: Ralph Shaw
Modestly dubbed the "King of the Ukulele", Ralph Shaw is one of the originals - a pre-internet star who honed his craft in front of dubious, bemused audiences in the early 1990s.
- Ukulele Stories: Bernadette Plazola
In 2019, Bernadette Plazola was unemployed, her marriage had collapsed, and she was on the verge of homelessness. Fast-forward six years and she’s now one of the world’s most popular online uke tutors, with more than 640,000 YouTube subscribers and 208,000 Instagram followers.
- Ukulele Stories: Bryan Tolentino
“My job is to put smiles on people’s hearts,” says Bryan Tolentino, one of Hawaii’s busiest and most sought-after musicians.
- Ukulele Stories: Matt Stead
Matt Stead is a man of many talents. Not only is he a great uke teacher and player, he's also the new director of the Ukulele Festival of Great Britain
- Ukulele Stories: Will Grove-White
After 31 years touring the world with the incredible Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, Will Grove-White is quite literally building a second career as a luthier.
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