The music of Ukulele Jim combines the soulfulness of James Taylor with the pop sensibilities of Jack Johnson. Stylistically he has also been compared to Paul Simon and Chris Isaak, but where Jim really shines is in his ability to seamlessly weave together sensitive, melancholic lyrics with upbeat feel and tempo. The unique combination of bright, fun ukulele and somber, self-reflective themes make for a dynamic listening experience that he has truly made his own. 

As a self-taught musician, Jim has been playing and writing music since 2004. He picked up the ukulele when he found out his wife was pregnant with twins, ensuring that his children would grow up in a home that was always full of music. The ukulele was a natural choice for its uplifting qualities. Music has become a cornerstone in their lives and has brought joy and purpose to his.

From his home studio in Santa Barbara, Ukulele Jim uses the convenience of the Internet to work with talented musicians from all over the world, creating a virtual group free from geographical boundaries. This collaborative freedom allows Jim to switch styles between acoustic solo pieces to songs with a full band sound.

Ukulele Jim's sound encompasses everything that is wholesome about the Americana genre and has been described as "Cali folk with an island vibe". The combination of his lilting voice with the sweetness of the ukulele result in catchy singalong tracks that bridge the gaps between pop, rock, country and folk music.

I'm a musician and composer and performed with the internationally-renowned Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain for 31 years. These days I write and perform my own music and compose tunes for film and TV.

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