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Kala Unveils 2025 Lineup at NAMM: Innovative Instruments and Captivating Performances
Kala's 20th Anniversary started off properly with a grand unveiling of new products and great performances at...
2025: Celebrating 20 Years of Kala Brand Music Co.
HOW TIME FLIES! 2025 marks an incredible 20 years of Kala Brand Music Co.
Boris Mogilevski (Spicy Uke) Blues Workshop
Earlier this year, Kala had the pleasure of hosting world-renowned ukulele artist and instructor Boris Mogilevski (who...
The Man, the Myth, the Legend: Q&A with Ukulenny Featuring SF Uke-Splosion
Just an hour south from Kala Headquarters in Northern California resides one of the...
Back and Better Than Ever: The Return of the California U•BASS®
Ten years ago, the California U•BASS® made its debut in the Kala USA line....
All About That U•BASS®: Q&A with Magnus Sjöquist
Magnus Sjöquist is an accomplished and prolific musician and...
Product Highlight: Kala Artist Signature Collection
The Kala Artist Signature Ukulele collection is all about the joy of collaboration and...
Product Update: New Colors for Solid Body U•BASS®
Just in time for Spring, Kala introduces three new pastel colors to the Solid Body U•BASS® Collection! We...
Sunny and The Black Pack: Q&A and Artist Signature Ukulele Release
Despite the challenges of 2020, one highlight for Kala was the exciting relationship we...
If You Love It, There's Only Winning: Q&A with Casey Abrams
He’s not just a talented singer, but a killer bassist and multi-instrumentalist. He’s not just a...
Sky's the Limit: Q&A with The Birdwatchers
At first look and listen, The Birdwatchers present as a light-hearted and accessible acoustic...
Product Highlight: Kala Learn To Play Collection
The New Year brings inspiration for growth and change; it's the perfect time to expand...
New Product: The Kala Contour Series
The Kala Contour Series redefines the ukulele to showcase your abilities to...
Getting in the KALA-DAY Spirit: A Gift Guide
The gift-giving season is upon us, and Kala has something for every musician on your list! Make sure to check...
Pure Chance: Q&A with Salva Rey
Salva Rey is a debonair presence who instantly leaves the impression that he is fit for a creative and inspiring life. Based...
The Kala Tenor Guitar (New Model Update!)
The tenor guitar is a four-string, mid-sized instrument that some might describe as a smaller guitar that plays...
plum blossom (revisited): Q&A with mxmtoon
“Maia, aka mxmtoon, had the career come up most teen musicians could only dream of. At 17,...
New Product: Voyage Collection
In collaboration with Maori cultural artist Sam Mangakahia, Kala presents “The Voyage Collection”— 3...
New Product: Solid Body U•BASS®
Kala is very excited to announce new models that comprise the Solid Body U•BASS® Collection! Pulling inspiration...
New Product: Kala Learn To Play Baritone + Q&A with Instructor Kevin Presbrey
For several years, Kala’s Learn to Play series has inspired ukulele learners with a quality...
Artist Highlight: Anthony Kauka Stanley and Heali’i’s Polynesian Revue
Whether on a stage, through video content, or in conversation, Anthony Kauka Stanley’s character...
Support For Hawaii: A Message From Mike Upton
A Message from Mike Upton: We are standing in support with the residents of the great state of Hawaii. In...
Artist Highlight: Kanekoa Gives Reason to Smile(y's)
Bolinas is a sleepy and eccentric little village tucked away just north of San Francisco. The town is flanked by several...
Simple Life: Q&A with Maka Gallinger
Moments into listening to a Maka Gallinger song, you can hear the depth and richness of her...
Good to Hear Music: Q&A with KBong
Whether listening to his recordings or attending a live performance, it’s easy to understand why KBong has...
It's All About Rhythm: Q&A with GussWhat?
Portuguese-born musician and visual artist GussWhat? creates with such vibrancy that his artwork, music and...
The Revelator™ Q&A with Mike Upton and Pete Howlett
Our President and founder, Mike Upton sat down with Pete to learn more about the process and philosophy that...
Big Leaps with Little Kahuna: Vana Liya Q&A
Vana Liya got her musical start singing and playing punk, pop and reggae covers on her ukulele,...
Class Act: Q&A with Eva Mikhailovna
Eva Mikhailovna, the frontwoman of Eva and the Vagabond Tales...
Legend In Our Midst: Q&A with Bakithi Kumalo
Paul Simon. Cyndi Lauper. Herbie Hancock. Chris Botti. Gloria Estefan. Mickey Hart: What do all of these people have in...
The Top 3 Reasons You Need a Ukulele Humidifier
A guide to the ukulele humidifier and some tips for the best one to get at a great price. Check...
Hooks & Waves: Q&A with Arden Jones
With the world still at the feet of the pandemic, Arden Jones heartened listeners with fetching hooks and...
The U•BASS® Lowdown: Q&A with Alex Castro
With an homage to a classic upright bass tone and its complimentary versatility, the U•BASS® is a natural fit for...
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The Baritone Ukulele Ultimate Guide [Everything You Need To Know About Baritones]
Learn all you need to know about the baritone ukulele including tuning, string types, and the best baritone ukulele models...
Kala Ukuleles Made in the USA: Meet the Builders
Coffee, make dust, super glue finger to something you don't want it glued to...strum some strings...lot's o'...
Kala Ukulele & U•BASS® Debuted in Jamaica
The U•BASS® represents an even newer addition to Jamaica. With the help of Harry J Studios, Easy Star...
New Product & NAMM Highlights: 2021
As many are aware, this January’s Believe in Music NAMM Show was the first...
2020: A Year in Review
As we look back on a challenging year of unprecedented change and hardship in the music community,...
Christmas in May? A Free Mystery Gift With Every Purchase!
Remember Christmas? Perhaps that seems pretty far away now, some might even say too far away. Well, we’re bringing it...
We Want You To Design The Next Kala Ukadelic® Ukulele
The 2020 Kala Brand Music Co.Ukadelic Contest is here! Are you an artist? Submit your ukulele artwork ideas for...
