My own 'Hot Take': I thoroughly enjoy
playing the ukulele; there is little ukulele-made music I enjoy listening to, and contend that most group sing-and-strum-alongs are best left...experienced in the moment, without legacy footage.
I love when someone interprets a song in a creative way -- especially if I can learn and play it myself, because #enjoymentintheplaying...?
And there are may pieces of music of which I think, "That's so cool that he or she is playing that on a ukulele!" I also can appreciate when a ukulele or more adds contributing flavor to an ensemble.
But I seldom prefer the listening experience to other options.
There is almost no song in isolation of which I think, "You know what would sound even better? If it were played on a
Ukulele."
Instrumental 'shredding' : I tend to become bored and wander off, but that's true with any instrument/vocalist/artist.
However: a well-interpreted ukulele piece will hook me, whether as instrumental or accompaniment.
Sam Muir, the member here who sang Keep Me In Your Heart with his Wunderkammer, etc.
My favorite to watch and listen to:
@Brittni Paiva
Her integration of heart, mad skills, and artistry move me, often deeply.
~ S.