It’s been 17 years since Jake Shimabukuro’s solo ukulele version of The Beatles’ “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” went viral on YouTube and propelled him into the limelight. It’s been 16 years since he ...

For many, the name Jake Shimabukuro is synonymous with the ukulele. The award-winning musician, who is known for showcasing the versatility of the small stringed instrument in genres that include funk ...

After gaining viral fame in 2007 with his smoldering rendition of The Beatles' "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," Jake Shimabukuro has become the greatest representative for the virtuosic and spiritual ...

It opens with the catchy “Time of the Season,” which instantly lures the listener in this collection of songs. It is followed by the title cut “The Greatest Day” and his charming version of “Eleanor ...

Years ago, an interviewer asked ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro whether there was any song he couldn’t play. “If you can hum it, you can play it on the ukulele,“ Shimabukuro said. The interviewer ...

If you still think of the ukulele as nothing more than a mere novelty instrument, give a listen to this Japanese uke virtuoso playing everything from Bach to Chick Corea to the Beatles to Michael ...