Kala Ambassador

Me & Uke, led by singer/songwriter JR Dahman along with his trusty uke, have curated a set list that reflects JR’s unique take on covers ranging from alternative and indie songs to ’50s classics with a sprinkling of originals thrown in. It’s like hearing your favorite songs for the very first time, with a ukulele twist.

Having been nurtured on a musical diet of Elvis Presley, Prince, Punk Rock, and Classic Alternative music, the ukulele didn’t cross JR’s path until after he’d spent over three decades carving out his unique style on the guitar.

With over 40 years of experience in the music industry, he honed his skills and personality in several popular bands like the punk-folk trio Run Spot Run, indie-alt band James Bond Goes Surfing, and indie-punk band Leeko.
When the ukulele finally entered his life, it was love at first strum, and JR was perfectly equipped to merge these different influences and craft an extraordinarily unique musical voice.