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by Ron on 7/10/23Jake is unique and that is for certain. Have seen him many times and never the same show always new and different. Simply an amazing talent. Looking forward to next time.
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Jake Shimabukuro on Tour
In a way, itās Hawaiian ukulele player Jake Shimabukuroās live performances that first brought him international attention ā in 2006, Shimabukuroās success skyrocketed after a video of him playing The Beatlesā āWhile My Guitar Gently Weepsā became one of YouTubeās first massively viral videos. Ever since, heās shared his joy of music with audiences all over the world, playing songs that range from jazz and classical to rock and bluegrass. Before he blew up, Shimabukuro was signed to a label in Japan and toured the country extensively. After starting his own label and playing more U.S. shows, heās appeared on a number of talk shows with hosts like Conan OāBrien, Jimmy Kimmel and Carson Daly. Now, Shimabukuro tours the world frequently, often leading a versatile string trio that includes guitar and bass, though heās also been known to groove in a quartet with drums, keys and bass. Jake Shimabukuroās current tour takes him across the U.S. as he continues to find new ways to interact with the styles that have made him the musician he is today.Ā
Jake Shimabukuro in Concert
Jake Shimabukuro is a Hawaiian-born, fifth-generation Japanese American ukulele player who has become known as a virtuoso musician that can jam in almost any style. Born in 1976 in Honolulu, Shimabukuro received a ukulele from his mother, a musician herself, at age four. He studied with her for years, eventually entering the Roy Sakuma Studio and taking lessons from Tami Akiyami. In the 1990s, Shimabukuro would become a member of the trio Pure Heart alongside percussionist Lopaka ColĆ³n and guitarist and singer Jon Yamasato. The groupās first album, 1999ās Pure Heart, won four Na Hoku Hanohano awards ā basically the Hawaiian Grammys ā including Contemporary Album of the Year, Most Promising Artist, Album of the Year and Favorite Entertainment of the Year.
Shimabukuro signed with Epic Records International, a division of Sony Music Japan, in 2002. He toured in Japan and released a number of Japan-only albums. Wanting to share his music with the U.S. as well, Shimabukuro founded Hitchhike Records and soon released 2005ās Dragon, which charted at No. 5 on Billboardās Top World Music Albums. The following year, after his YouTube success, he released Gently Weeps, which peaked at No. 2 on the Top World Music Albums. Shimabukuro has gone on to release numerous high-charting albums.Ā
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Consummate Performer
by Garrett on 7/10/23Jake is a truly, incredible performer. He does things with a Ukulele that will boggle your mind. If you close your eyes during his performance, you may think he is not only playing a guitar, but a percussion instrument at the same time. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Jake's performance. But even beyond that, we appreciate that Jake is a very kind, very decent, human being. While completely confident, Jake was also quite humble and genuinely concerned about other people. We need people in our world, right now, especially in light of all the negative things that are going on.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Humble Giant
by K. G. on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleI am a fan of Jake's for several years. My date (wife) did not really know Jake's work, Jake played Jeff Beck's "Cause We Ended as Friends." That is my wife's favorite song from her favorite artist. Safe to say that Jake has a new fan as well as an old one.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jake Rocks Those Four Strings
by Mike S on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleWhat an evening of great music! Jake Shimabukuro can make those four strings sound like a variety of stringed instruments from Koto to Banjo and everything in-between. This gentle, loving soul has a huge heart and a talent to match! What a joy to experience!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Jake was a "Grand Slam"
by Schultz on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleAwesome Concertššā¤ļø Jake knocked it out of the park! Can't wait to see him and hear him againšš„š„š„ BRAVOš¼šøšµ
Rating: 5 out of 5 Absolutely fantastic!
by Missy on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleJake was incredible! His performance and his personality. I appreciated what he said to the youth in the audience about not taking drugs that he has always not taken anything they can pursue whatever passion they have for their future. And I loved afterwards the meet and greet.
Rating: 5 out of 5 A true virtuoso
by Harley on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleEveryone around us kept saying āUNBELIEVABLEā. And that was not your grandmotherās ukelele!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing!
by Jetjoc on 4/19/23Amaturo Theater at Broward Center - Ft LauderdaleLeaves you in awe as to how 4 strings can produce such amazing music. Addition of accompanying bass was a plus. Wonderful concert. Much enjoyed.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Exceeds expectations
by Buddy56 on 4/17/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachThis was the 5th time we have seen Jake in concert. He exceeds our expectations every time. He deserves 10 stars.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Melodic Sounds of the Ukulele by Jake Shimabukuro
by Janine on 4/16/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachI loved the melodic sound of the ukulele and Jake definitely did not disappoint! Very talented musician. It was a non-stop of a variety of genres he played on the ukulele. Looking forward to his return to the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall! Thanks for sharing the Aloha Spirit!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Electrifying performance
by Doctor Jon on 4/16/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachWow! One of the most impressive string players (ukelele, guitary, banjo, whatever) that I've ever seen. You've got to see him in person: quiet, funny, intelligent and immensely talented. His recordings are great but a real life performance can't be beat.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome musical experience
by Tommy G on 4/16/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachMy man can seriously play anything on the ukulele. He tells a story about each song and how it is tied to his life. A complete and total entertainment experience. A must see.
Rating: 5 out of 5 2nd time seeing Jake, just keeps on getting better.
by Ralphie on 4/16/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachTruly amazing musician and just a real nice guy. Connects well with the audience, his musical skills are out of this world, very easy to get WOWED!!
Rating: 4 out of 5 AWESOME!
by SJMTMag on 4/16/23Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachNo words can say how amazing Jake is with that ukelele! AND, Jackson(?) the bass player...holy cow! I always love good bass guitar; but this was great!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Bent ukulele
by C. R. on 4/15/23He did things with a ukulele that were humanly impossible. One of the best musicians weāve ever seen. He has two new fans.
Rating: 5 out of 5 A ukulele evening with Jake
by V. M. on 12/13/22Moore Theatre - SeattleWow, just fantastic! There was an electric mix of traditional Christmas songs, a few originals and some high intensity oldies. Lots of fun and I can't wait until Jake and friends return.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Christmas in Hawaii!
by Richard on 12/13/22Moore Theatre - SeattleGreat concert; fun and in a venue that was intimate. Incredible to listen and watch Jake's musical ability with an ukulele. As Justin Kawika Young said, "It was like watching Michael Jordan." I would definitely go to see Jake again if I have the opportunity.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Wonderful concert
by Kaz on 12/13/22Moore Theatre - SeattleLoved that he brought in a bass and a vocalist. Beautiful voice. Love listening to Jake play it ukulele anytime. Heās so humble and such a good entertainer
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing Concert
by K. C. on 12/13/22Moore Theatre - SeattleJake Shimabukuro never disappoints. He is so talented and engaging. The performances are always amazing.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great show!
by Shoe on 12/7/22Balboa Theatre - San DiegoThe addition of a bass guitarist and a guitarist/singer added to the overall enjoyment of the show. It provided a fuller sound and variety without taking away any of our focus on Jake, who's talent and virtuosity still shines throughout the show.