🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample For this weeks free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/n2d7ludscya3037/Everybody%20hurts%201.pdf?dl=0 In this full ukulele lesson, we’ll break down R.E.M.’s emotional classic “Everybody Hurts”, arranged beautifully for ukulele. This song works incredibly well with gentle fingerpicking or slow expressive strumming — perfect for players developing their feel, dynamics, and pacing. This tutorial is part of my Indie Ukulele short course, and offers a fantastic example of how to bring heartfelt music to life on just four strings. 🎓 What you’ll learn: – Slow expressive strumming and/or fingerpicking – Timing and sustain for emotional effect – Easy chord shapes with great impact – Song structure, progression, and dynamic pacing 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ What’s the most emotional song you’ve ever played on ukulele? Let’s share our favourites in the comments.

🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample Learn how to play “Older and Taller” by Regina Spektor in this full ukulele lesson, part of my Indie Ukulele short course. This lyrical and rhythmic piece offers a beautiful balance of groove, dynamics, and chord embellishment — perfect for players looking to develop their indie-pop strumming and melodic movement. We’ll break it down section by section so you can confidently play through the full song with a warm, expressive feel. For the free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/gy6hcwdrveb19yd/older%20and%20taller.pdf?dl=0 🎓 What you’ll learn: – How to play indie-style rhythmic strumming – Chord shapes and embellishments used by Regina Spektor – Song structure, transitions, and phrasing – How to add dynamics and feel to indie pop 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ Who’s your favourite indie artist to cover on ukulele? Got any requests for future tutorials? Let me know in the comments!

🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample Belle and Sebastian - Get Me away From Here I’m Dying For the free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/cf4xifqsur4teeq/Get%20me%20away%20from%20here.pdf?dl=0 In this full indie ukulele lesson, we’ll explore the melancholic charm of “Get Me Away From Here, I’m Dying” by Belle and Sebastian. This lo-fi, melodic track translates beautifully to the ukulele, using flowing rhythms, gentle strumming, and rich chord changes. Part of my Indie Ukulele short course, this lesson is ideal for intermediate players who want to explore expressive phrasing and indie-style songcraft on uke. 🎓 What you’ll learn: – Strumming with rhythmic groove and restraint – Indie-style chord progressions and movement – How to capture Belle and Sebastian’s melodic feel – Full breakdown of intro, verse, chorus and flow 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ Which Belle and Sebastian track should I arrange next? Let me know your favourite in the comments!

🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample BLUR - TENDER For the free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/t9ztmompahweofo/Tender%20Binder1.pdf?dl=0 Learn how to play “Tender” by Blur in this full ukulele tutorial from my Indie Ukulele short course. With its gospel-infused rhythm and raw emotional energy, this indie classic translates beautifully to the ukulele — whether fingerpicked or strummed. We’ll break down the full song with easy-to-follow guidance and plenty of room to personalise your tone and feel. 🎓 What you’ll learn: – Gospel-inspired strumming and groove – Full chord breakdown and transitions – Adding dynamic expression to your playing – Creating flow with simple patterns 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ What other Britpop or indie rock songs would you love to learn on ukulele? Pop your ideas in the comments!

🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample For the free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/fhj93zx4gpsmjry/Darklands.pdf?dl=0 In this full ukulele lesson, you’ll learn how to play “Darklands” by Jesus and Mary Chain — a moody, melodic indie classic that works beautifully on fingerstyle or strummed ukulele. Part of my Indie Ukulele short course, this song offers a great opportunity to explore subtle dynamics, chord voicings, and that unique atmospheric quality that defines the indie rock genre. 🎓 What you’ll learn: – How to play indie-style strumming and picking – Minor chord shapes and transitions – How to add mood and tone through dynamics – Full song breakdown with intro, verse, chorus & bridge 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ What indie rock song would you love to see arranged for ukulele next? Let me know in the comments!

🎁 Try My Free Ukulele Course – 10 Lessons from Beginner to Advanced ➡️ https://www.mattsteadukulele.com/sample Radiohead Creep Ukulele Tutorial For the free worksheets just click on the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/s/n6pqnmhae6rvgf8/Indie%20Creep%20Binder.pdf?dl=0 In this full indie ukulele lesson, we dive into “Creep” by Radiohead — a raw, emotional classic that translates powerfully to the ukulele. You’ll learn how to bring out the tension and release in the chords and how to deliver the dynamics and phrasing that make this song so impactful. This arrangement is part of my Indie Ukulele short course, designed for intermediate players who want to explore expressive strumming and powerful song interpretation. 🎓 What you’ll learn: – Full chord breakdown and strumming pattern – How to express emotion through dynamic strumming – Open chord transitions with emphasis and space – Matching vocal phrasing with instrumental timing 🔗 Visit my website for 10 fully structured courses: https://mattsteadukulele.com 📱 Get the “Learn Ukulele with Matt” App Access all 10 ukulele courses (from beginner to advanced), 100s of arrangements, video lessons, chord finder, tuner, uke forum & more — right from your phone! → Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/learn-ukulele-with-matt/id6498714156 → Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=branded.mac94374bb5324d2bbc792c2f3ec2c9b1.mattsteadukulele 🌐 https://mattsteadukulele.com ❓ Which Radiohead song would you love to learn on uke next? Let me know your favourites in the comments!