Learn the techniques and arranging tricks I use to play rock ukulele in my band, Kingside.

Rock Ukulele includes:

• Video lessons
• Backing tracks
• Playthrough demos
• Note-for-note TAB transcriptions
• An exclusive song breakdown podcast

You’ll not only learn four fun, original songs by Kingside but also how to approach picking, strumming, and arranging to create interest and excitement when you play rock music on your ukulele.

After working through Rock Ukulele, you’ll be comfortable with how to leverage the unique voice of the ukulele in a rock band context.

I’ve always loved [Brad’s] thoughtful and tasty playing, it really expands what the ukulele can do in a band setting. His explanations are well-paced and offer easy-to-follow summaries of his ukulele techniques. Highly recommended for players from all backgrounds and skill levels, there’s always something new to learn!

– Dagan Bernstein

Who is Kingside?

Kingside is my band of almost 10 years. We started as an impromptu group playing monthly at Honokaʻa First Fridays and have grown into one of North Hawaiʻi’s premier party bands.

Kingside at Uila Records in Waimea

Kingside has been growing a fanbase for the past couple of years through steady shows in the Kohala and Hāmākua areas. People like the sound and keep coming back for more!

We recently released our four-song, self-titled EP, which you can listen to on your favorite streaming platform. These are the songs you’ll learn in Rock Ukulele.

The Songs

Here are live performances of the four songs you’ll learn in Rock Ukulele. You can also find them on most major streaming services.

“Tourist Town”

Learn a fat riff that goes great with distortion and explore the huge dynamic range between one strum per chord in the verse and full-on bashing in the chorus.

“Shake”

Leverage wonky syncopation to to place the ukulele in a unique feel against the other instruments.

“Falling”

Outline chord changes with a picking part in the verse and play “punches” with every instrument in the band to create momentum.

“Break the Wall”

Pedal on the E note and move as little as possible in this straight-ahead tune. Explore an alternate voicing that covers the movement of a four chord progression with only two shapes.

FAQs

High-g or low-G?

I usually make my lessons compatible with either G-string tuning, but for Rock Ukulele, you definitely need a low-G to play most of the parts.

Do I need a pickup to follow along?

No! If you want to play live with a band it’s a necessity, but for learning and jamming these songs on your own, an acoustic uke is fine.

What is the difference between the preview and the full version?

The preview only contains the video tutorials. For TABs, backing tracks, playthrus, and more, buy or upgrade to the full version.

$30 – $20 until March 29th. You get access forever and future updates are included. Start rocking now!