Kala Brand UK

28/08/2026

🌴 MEET THE WEST COAST SERIES 🌴

There’s a new ukulele on the block, and it’s bringing some serious Walnut character with it.

Our West Coast Series: Solid Walnut Ukulele combines the natural beauty and warmth of solid Walnut with a fresh, contemporary take on the ukulele. It’s a seriously good-looking instrument, but as we all know, looks only get you so far.

Have a watch and listen to Kala Ambassador Me And Uke putting it through its paces.

How does it sound? How does it feel? And, most importantly, does it live up to the hype?

Watch the review and hear the West Coast Series for yourself.

Then tell us what you think 👇

Could a West Coast Series ukulele be finding its way into your collection?

20/08/2026

⚡ INTRODUCING THE REVELATOR ELECTRIC OWL SERIES ⚡

They’re here. They’re ready. And they’re about to make some noise.

We officially launched the new Kala Revelator Electric Owl Series at the Ukulele Festival of Great Britain last weekend, and the response was absolutely incredible!!!!!

Almost every Electric Owl we had with us sold through on the day at the launch party!

There are now only a limited number of models available through selected Kala Stockists, so keep your eyes peeled over the coming days as they start hitting their websites.

And if you miss out this time, don’t worry — the next shipment is already on its way, with more Electric Owls expected to arrive with us in approximately 8 weeks.

The game has just changed, The Electric Owl has landed.

15/08/2026

WHAT. A. DAY! 🤯

A huge thank you to everyone who came by, said hello, picked up an instrument, had a chat with us or, if you were lucky enough, walked away with a brand-new instrument exclusively unveiled today!

Your support is unwavering, and it genuinely means a great deal to all of us here at Kala Brand UK. ❤️

We're always guilty of not posting much during the Festival because, quite frankly, it can be absolute chaos! But we managed to grab a quick rundown of our stand this year, packed full of new and exciting products.

There’s plenty to see, and we’d love to know what caught your eye. Let us know in the comments below! 👇

We’ll be at the Festival until midday tomorrow, so if you’re around and have your eye on something, make sure you come and see us early!

See you tomorrow!

06/08/2026

☮️❤️ What a weekend... ☮️❤️

Shrewkfest - 2026 has been one of the most memorable festivals we've ever had the privilege of being a part of and we've compiled a short video marking some of our highlights, enjoy!

A huge thank you to Dave Cowton and his incredible team who work tirelessly behind the scenes to create such a welcoming, friendly and unique event. So much hard work goes into making a festival like this happen, and it certainly doesn't go unnoticed.

To our amazing Kala Artists... you absolutely smashed it! Your performances, workshops and passion for music were nothing short of inspiring. We couldn't be prouder to have you representing the Kala family.

And finally, to every single one of our customers, friends and fellow ukulele enthusiasts who stopped by the Kala stand over the weekend THANK YOU. Whether you came to try an instrument, shared a story, or simply stopped for a chat, your support genuinely means the world to us. It's because of people like you that we get to do what we do.

Until next year...

☮️ What an unforgettable weekend at Shrewkfest 2026 – The Shrewsbur...

04/08/2026

Huge congratulations to Sheila Cowton for buying the winning raffle ticket for this year's grand prize at Shrewkfest - The Shrewsbury Ukulele Festival

Sheila went home with a brand new KA-KOA-C, and together we raised over £900 to help cover the costs of running this fantastic festival.

A massive thank you to Dave Cowton and the entire crew for putting on yet another incredible event. Shrewkfest just keeps getting bigger and better, and we can't wait to be back again next year!

See you all in 2027!

03/08/2026

THANK YOU, Shrewkfest - The Shrewsbury Ukulele Festival

Well... what a weekend!

It was so good to spend time with you all again this year. We genuinely hope you had as much fun as we did?

One of the best parts of any festival is catching up with so many familiar faces, making new friends, and, of course, spending time with our absolutely incredible Kala Artists. You continue to inspire me every single day, and I can't thank you enough for your passion, talent, and support.

To everyone who stopped by the Kala tent, came over for a chat, shared a laugh, tried out an instrument, or even managed to bag themselves a bargain... thank you. Every conversation, every handshake, and every purchase means the world to us.

A special mention to the handful of people who came back for a ukulele they'd been thinking about, only to find it had already sold.......I'm genuinely sorry! It's the nature of festival trading—we only have so much room in the van, and trust me, we packed it absolutely to the brim with ukulele goodness!

For next time, if there's something you've got your eye on, just let one of us know. We're always happy to pop it behind the stand for an hour while you have a wander and think it over. We'd much rather you came back to the instrument you fell in love with than leave disappointed.

Finally, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you to every single one of you—our customers, old and new—for your unwavering support.

Kala Brand UK is what it is because of this amazing community, and we NEVER take that for granted.

Now, if you'll excuse us... we're absolutely spent! 😴

See you next year!


📸 - The Stranger Frame

15/07/2026

After months of writing, recording and refining every note, Alex Beds has finally unveiled his third solo album, Hummingbird & The Crow.

Recorded throughout early 2026 with producer Jack Grace, the album transforms many of Alex's much-loved ukulele instrumentals into fully realised songs, showcasing his growth as both a songwriter and performer.

Drawing inspiration from the rugged landscapes and timeless storytelling of the Old West, Hummingbird & The Crow carries a distinctive Americana and cowboy spirit throughout. From its cinematic atmosphere to its rich, evocative songwriting, the album feels like the soundtrack to a journey across dusty trails and wide-open skies—while still retaining the warmth and intimacy that Alex's music is known for.

Blending heartfelt storytelling, captivating melodies and Alex's unmistakable musicianship, Hummingbird & The Crow is a beautiful collection that deserves a place in every music lover's playlist.

Whether you've followed Alex's journey from the beginning or you're discovering his music for the first time, this is an album you'll want to experience from start to finish.

Give it a listen, show Alex your support, and let us know which track becomes your favourite!

You can purchase the album in various formats here: https://alexbeds.bandcamp.com/album/hummingbird-the-crow

Or stream it here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3TpLuanK2JAakDJFSfv72T

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hummingbird-the-crow/6786362078

14/07/2026

Some people make playing the ukulele look easy...

Then there's Kala Artist Samantha Muir, who somehow makes it look effortless.

What many people don't realise is that behind every seemingly effortless performance are countless hours of dedication, practice and an incredible level of musicianship. Sam has spent years mastering her craft, and it shows in every note she plays.

In 2023, she completed a pioneering PhD focused on the ukulele at the University of Surrey, further cementing her place as one of the world's leading classical ukulele performers and we can never get enough of Sam here at Kala UK HQ!

In this beautiful performance, Sam takes her trusty Solid Spruce Contour Series Baritone for a spin, drawing out a warm, rich tone with a level of control and expression that's simply mesmerising.

So, Grab a cuppa, turn the volume up, and enjoy a few minutes of musical brilliance.

📺

Following on from my...

10/07/2026

Congratulations to Kala Artist Matt Hicks on the release of his brand new album, "The Latest of Days"!

We're incredibly proud to have Matt as part of the Kala family and couldn't be happier to see this beautiful collection of songs finally out in the world.

If you're a fan of heartfelt songwriting, stunning musicianship and music that really stays with you, this is well worth a listen, and that voice!!!!!!!

What a time to be alive for new ukulele music.

Congratulations, Matt! We can't wait to hear what everyone thinks.

🎧 You can Stream and/or purchase "The Latest of Days" here:

https://music.apple.com/.../the-latest-of-days/6787952822
https://open.spotify.com/album/2lQGR76SpJ2fezMJC9enYJ
https://elasticstage.com/mrhicks
https://matthewhicks.bandcamp.com/album/the-latest-of-days

10 track album

08/07/2026

Our first prototype hit our Reverb store just a few days ago... and it disappeared almost immediately!

So, we've decided to release the Kala Waterfall Series Prototype Quilted Maple Blue, and I have a feeling this one won't be around for long either.

During the development of the Waterfall Series, we originally built this stunning quilted maple version before making the decision to switch the production model to flamed maple. This allowed us to keep the retail price more accessible without sacrificing the visual impact of the series.

The result? This beautiful stained blue quilted maple tenor never made it into production, making it a genuine one-of-a-kind instrument.

If you've ever wanted to own a unique piece of Kala history, now's your chance... but don't wait too long.

Originally destined to RRP at £499, you can grab yourself a bargain at just £349!!

👉 Available now via our Reverb store.

Here's your chance to own another genuine one-of-a-kind Kala prototype!This instrument is an early prototype of the Kala Waterfall Series (working title: KA-WF-QMB-T), built during the development of what would eventually become the production Waterfall Series. Unlike the final retail model, this...