Kala Brand UK

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

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.

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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

The Latest of Days, by Mr Hicks 10 track album

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.

Kala Waterfall Series Prototype – KA-WF-QMB-T | Reverb UK 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...

Discover the Kala Umbra Series (Acacia & Black Walnut Tenor Ukulele) a bold, modern interpretation of a premium instrument that blends exceptional craftsmanship with uncompromising performance.

Designed by Geraint Morgan (Kala Brand UK), the instrument takes its name from the Moon's umbra—The dark, inner core of the Moon's shadow where all direct sunlight is completely blocked.

That inspiration is reflected in the beautifully dark and figured Black Walnut back and sides (The Shadow of the sound board) which is paired with the striking Solid Acacia Top.

The Umbra is jam packed with premium appointments such as:

✅ Solid Acacia Top With Abalone Purfling
✅ Solid Black Walnut Back & Sides
✅ Slotted Headstock
✅ Reduced-Mass Bracing
✅ Oval Side Sound Port
✅ Chamfered Rosewood Cutaway
✅ Rosewood Comfort Edge
✅ Decorative Rosette With Abalone Purfling
✅ Unique Fretboard Inlays
✅ Custom "S" Fretboard Termination
✅ Revelator strings
✅ L.R. Baggs Five-O Pickup System (For a Natural Amplified Tone)
✅ Hard Case
✅ RRP £799

Whether you're drawn to its eye-catching aesthetics or its rich, expressive sound, the Kala Umbra Series Tenor is designed for players who want a professional-level instrument that's every bit as inspiring to play as it is to look at.

This Series will be exclusively unveiled in its final form at this years Ukulele Festival of Great Britain on August 15th in the Vendor Hall.

If you are planning on making the to Cheltenham this year, please pop over and say hi!

We're sure you're already aware of the news overnight but we'd thought we'd share it on our socials as well!

🤠 Saddle up, folks... it's happening!

Our very own Alex Beds has officially opened pre-orders for his brand-new album "Hummingbird And The Crow"

CD versions will ship in a couple of weeks ready for the albums streaming release on the 25th July.

Vinyl versions will ship in September with access to a special 27 minute ukulele course teaching you how to play several of the songs from the album.

You can pre-order your copy using the links below and be among the first to hear what Alex's been cooking up. 👇

Pre-order at Southern Ukulele Store
https://www.southernukulelestore.co.uk/merch/vinyl-records-cd-s/alex-beds-hummingbird-the-crow-turquoise-cd

Pre-order on Bandcamp
https://alexbeds.bandcamp.com/album/hummingbird-the-crow

Hummingbird & the Crow, by Alex Beds 10 track album

🟠 Have You Discovered Our Reverb Store Yet? 🟠

Until now, our Reverb store has been home to hidden gems that couldn't be offered through our dealer network. These have typically been instruments with minor cosmetic blemishes that prevented us from selling them as brand new, despite being perfectly playable. It's also been the go-to place for our popular Kala T-shirts.

Well... things just got a lot more interesting.

We're now opening the vault and adding prototypes, development samples, and one-off instruments to the mix!

That means you'll have the opportunity to own genuine pieces of Kala history, including first-of-their-kind instruments that may never exist again in exactly the same form.

Better still, they'll be available at significantly reduced prices compared to their production counterparts.

If you've ever wanted to own something truly unique, now's your chance.

And what better way to start than with the prototype of our brand-new West Coast Woods All Solid Walnut Tenor?

👀 Check it out here:
https://reverb.com/uk/item/98710672-kala-ka-wcw-wal-t_w-bag-2026-solid-walnut-top-back-sides

Who knows what might appear next...

Kala KA-WCW-WAL-T_W/BAG 2026 - Solid Walnut (Top, Back & Sides) | Reverb UK Introducing the New Kala West Coast Woods SeriesWe're excited to give you the opportunity to own a genuine piece of Kala history!Here's your first look at the latest addition to our development lineup: the Kala West Coast Woods All Solid Walnut Tenor Ukulele (KA-WCW-WAL-T_W/BAG).With production m...