Andrew Molina brings some sunshine and flair from Hawaii to this issue, as he gives an interview in advance of his appearance at GNUF and mini UK tour. And from a completely different part of the USA, there's a feature on the fantastically energetic uke-prog-rockers Cousin Earth - who offer frenetic, electric and fast-paced ukulele based original music.

With technique and tips at its core, Issue 13 has, from Phil Doleman, two features on improving your skills, while there are also articles on how to avoid on-stage disasters and how to start a band.

On the gear side, the boss of Risa is put through his paces and there are reviews of different, unusual ukuleles that you plug in.

Amongst a host of other features, there are also interviews with Leisa Rea of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, Peter Moss and an update from the Winter NAMM show!