Feast your eyes on the AMAZING line up we have for you in 2026.
Applications to perform in 2026 are now CLOSED!
The Sisters of Mersey
After raising the roof of the Marquee Tent with last year's blistering set, The Sisters of Mersey have agreed to headline this year and we CANNOT wait. Don't expect to be sitting down as they pelt you with soul, disco and dance classics -
along with the odd sermon from Rev Cass.
Join them on Saturday night at 9.55 in the Marquee tent.
Don't worry - no matter how hard they party on Saturday night,
the Summer Strum parish Sunday Service will commence at 10.30.
Get ready for the most spiritual, raucous, joyous & uplifting ukulele strum-along experience you've ever had.
PRAISE THE UKE & LET US PLAY!
Find the Sunday service strum-along book here -
Splintered Ukes
Summer Strum legends The Splintered Ukes mix eclectic mash-ups and fabulous floor-fillers as they leap from Bruno Mars to Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones to Amy Winehouse, climaxing with Queen and Candi Staton. Never before have 3 ukes, a drum kit, a bass and the enigma that is the 'bag of noise’ created so much fun!
They are back in their headline slot on the Main Stage on Saturday at 9.15
Midlife Crisis Club
Now we are really spoiling you as Wirral's electrifying time-traveling trio take the Sunday night headliners spot for the third time. From the 70s to the 00s, they blend nostalgic acoustic covers with ukulele surprises. A sonic spectacle meets fashion extravaganza. Feel the big gig energy with down-to-earth vibes and audience involvement. Get ready to dance through the decades as Midlife Crisis Club redefine musical nostalgia!
Find them on the Main Stage on Sunday at 6.55, where they'll also be kicking off the farewell-strum-along from 7.45.
Strum-along songs here >
The Secret
Ukulele Band
Have been playing music for more than 200 years (between them). At one of their gigs, you will hear Soul and Motown classics next to up-tempo Country, by way of Led Zeppelin and high-octane Rock and Roll mash-ups. They recently stormed the amazon download chart with an original song they wrote for Marine FC.
Catch their 40-minute set on the Main Stage on Sunday at 6
Brain Frog
Born out of a surfeit of ukulele music… Fuelled only by chips and Prosecco… The result of manning the sound desk for 100s of ukulele bands… An idea gradually took shape in the fog and confusion of DI boxes and tinnitus… surely the sound men were musicians too… Could it be payback time? And so Brain Frog was born. Best taken with a pinch of salt and after an excess of your favourite tipple…
No they won't be playing the ukulele, but they will be doing the sound all weekend for everyone, so they can literally do as they like!
They'll perform in the Marquee Tent at 7.50 on Saturday.
The Ukuladies
Previous Summer Strum headliners The Ukuladies are a 5 piece uke band of lifelong friends. They sing and play songs which shine a light on female songwriters and musicians from the 1960s to the present day. Their energetic set will leave you breathless and begging for more.
Catch them on Saturday in the Marquee Tent at 8.45.
Psst... they'll be the ones in red!
D'Ukes of Hazzard
Firm favourites on the ukulele circuit, The D’ukes hold their infamous jams every Thursday at Ma Egerton’s and they're open to anyone who wants to play the uke and sing songs.
Fun is 100% guaranteed.
The D'Ukes will be leading the Saturday afternoon strum-along at 3.40 in the Marquee Tent.
You can get the music to play along by clicking here >
The StillNots
A diverse group of friends who started performing together 5 years ago. With varying levels of musical experience they come together with a lively vibe! No George Formby but some surprises.
The Ragers
The Ragers are a high energy ukulele band, playing an eclectic mix of music who are always willing to push their boundaries.
They play gigs and events all over Merseyside.
Uke Tok
UkeTok will be bringing their own euphoric and accessible style of play-along jam to the festival on Saturday morning at 10.30,
using a songbook that looks like karaoke.
They'll also kick the festival off in style on Friday at 6.40 with one of their notorious strum-alongs!
You can get the music to play along by clicking here >
The Bowie Ukes
With foundations cemented firmly in fun & friendship, this Liverpool band play lively sets reflecting their mix of ages and musical tastes.
Having played at festivals and gigs for the last 8 years, they can be found practicing at The Halfway House every Tuesday, where they welcome anyone who wants to come along and join in.
Ukulele Club Liverpool
Based in the heart of Liverpool, UCL was founded in 2012 and comprises of ukulele players of all ages and abilities. With a repertoire of over 100 songs from the 1920s to the 2020s, UCL will have you off your seats dancing and singing along.
Ma Machetes
The Ma Machetes are a fierce, female-led ukulele band based in Liverpool. They produce empowering original songs and cover songs from all eras in their own unique style. They are a force to be reckoned with and can be booked for all of your celebrations.
Wirral Ukulele Fanatics
Alison Benson
Alison is a singer/songwriter and ukulele player. She is also the Liverpool Acoustic Song-writing Challenge 2019 winner. Her debut EP, Paths & Stories, was released in 2021 and she can be found performing at festivals & gigs across the UK.
With his ukulele, Sebastien Tailhandier (aka Sebukulele) plays his self-penned French/ Japanese infused songs. He is a graphic designer living in Paris and spends his vacations at ukulele festivals in France, UK and Japan. He's a finalists in the International Ukulele Festival of Hawaii 2024 and will go to Honolulu to play after the Summer Strum.
Sebukulele
Mike Gradwell
Mike has played with Ukulele Jukebox pre-lockdown and various open mics post-lockdown. Although he's usually remembered for "Where's Me Jumper", he has an array of classic floor-fillers at his fingertips. That's why he'll be headlining the Rugby Club Stage on Saturday.
The Funky Ukes
A band born just before lockdown containing members from all walks of life with a love for harmonies & alcohol. Our song choices range from self penned cool to raunchy blues & many genres in between, something for everyone!
Anne et les Loops
Summer Strum favourites, this Ukulelectropop trio from Paris play their own compositions and several covers.
Pandemic Pluckers
The Pandemic Pluckers is a band of misfits from around the world. Formed by accident during the nightly Zoom Ukulele Jams, they forged a lifelong friendship for each other and the love of the ukulele. Last year they gave Summer Strum a massive injection of fun. Can't wait to see what they get up to this year with an evening spot on the main stage!
Ukulele Buddies
Friendly group based in Ainsdale, Southport who love playing ukulele and performing live, with wide ranging musical taste. Any money we raise goes to Southport charities
The Travelling Wannabes
A 6-piece, formed at Crosby’s Stamps Bar Ukulele jam night, where they play an eclectic mix of rock n roll, blues, country and soul. Named as a nod to one of the best super groups that ever lived (in their humble opinion), they all hail from Sefton, except Vinny, who is dead posh and lives on the Wirral.
Ukes on Track
Ukes on Track are a diverse and friendly band of all musical tastes and abilities who meet up weekly to play together.
The UkeStars
Enthusiastic and eclectic, The UkeStars began life as a community ukulele group based in Alt Valley Community Trust in Croxteth. Strumming together for just under a year, The UkeStars aim to spread joy and music wherever they go.
The Funday Fridays just want to have fun. They meet at Thurstaston Caravan Owners Association Social Club every Friday morning, hence the name. Formed last May, the group has grown from 25 to over 50, with all levels of talent.
Funday Fridays
The Dunes
Introducing the Dunes, this Southport based new band focus on Americana, Blues and Indie Rock, as they make they play their first show at Summerstrum 2025.
James Play Uke
James Plays Uke loves jazz music and wants to bring it on the road with this new solo project, expect songs you know from yesterday and a few pop classics to boot. James hails from Ainsdale near Southport and MC’s Ukulele Buddies Ukulele Hootenanny monthly.
Formed in 2019, this group of new and experienced players has grown to nearly 60 members who meet on Friday mornings.
They play a wide selection of songs they enjoy. A core group of 14 members charity fundraise for local causes and enjoy adding new songs to stretch the group.
Heswall
Ukulele Group
Lostock Ukes
Forming in Lostock Gralam, Northwich in 2016 they have steadily grown in number, confidence and technique in their short life to become, possibly, the most-fun ukulele group in the district!
During 2022 we played for 81 organisations including 14 performances in 11 days over the Queen’s Jubilee.
Cat People
Cat People are a quartet who strive to play songs that may surprise people. They love to harmonise.
Chester Ukes
Chester Ukes have been around for 11 years and hosted the very first incarnation of the Summer Strum in Chester. They regularly play local events in the Chester area & have 24 members.
Tickety Boo
Tickety Boo are a duo consisting of Elaine & Erica who are in loads of other ukulele bands too!
The Quay Notes
The Quaynotes, reside at The Lock and Quay Bootle, Summer Strum and Buff veterans also the RiverRise Festival at the famous Snig Rock Venue.
Close Enough
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Merseyside, Close Enough is your ultimate covers band for any occasion. This dynamic trio brings together a unique sound that resonates with audiences of all ages.
With a repertoire that spans timeless classics and contemporary hits, Close Enough ensures there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Tom Longman
Tom Longman plays regularly around The Wirral in covers trio ‘The Beating Sleepers’ on Cajon and Tenor Guitar, and in original band ‘The Last Shanty’ on drums. Tom performed last at The Summer Strum in 2024. Expect a great mix of covers and original tracks in this solo setup!
Crafty Crookes
Crafty Crookes are a 6 piece Uke band consisting of Drums/Bass/4ukes and all vocals.
Neston Strummers
A band of aging arthritic ukulele players who love having fun and collecting money for charity. They have raised over £20,000 for various local charities, with every penny raised going to fantastic causes, something they are immensely proud of!!!
The EasyBees
The EasyBees are made up of a pinch of Pandemic Pluckers, a dash of Travelling Wannabes with a little D'ukes of Hazzard thrown in for good measure. They will be running Sunday's open mic late into the night in the Rugby Clubhouse from 8.
Brewer’s Drupe
A five piece outfit from Wirral who have been playing together for 3 years. The Drupe host an open mic night at The Brewer's Arms Pub in Neston every other week. They play a wide selection of popular covers with a Pop, Country Americana feel.
The 64 N,ukes Entertainers
A Neston based band who cover a wide range of songs.
Their main aim is to have fun and spread the ukulele love ❤️
Sydney F Smith
A singer-songwriter who has been entertaining with his ukulele since he was 18. He has written many popular songs and has a great rapport with his audiences. Sydney has appeared with the late, great Sir Ken Dodd in his Happiness show at The Floral Pavilion & with BGT at the Liverpool Empire
Stringalong
Formerly known as Grateful Fred’s Ukelear Deterrent” this 6 piece plays ukes, bass, harmonica and percussion. They have a regular slot every second Tuesday of the month at the Guest House, Southport.
Abbey Ukes
Abbey ukes play a complete Beatles set as well as songs from 1950s to present day. Formed a year ago, they play weekly at Childwall Abbey Hotel, Liverpool.
Burton Ukulele Band
Play 60’s and 70’s pop music. Been together for over 10 years, playing at charity events in Wirral and Cheshire. Donate most of fees to local charities.
LOWD Ukes
LOWD Ukes, based at League of Welldoers Liverpool, play a mix of songs from all eras and are happiest when playing for an audience! They've been playing at the local festivals for the last 6 years and play a number of charity events through the year.
Heswall Strummers
Heswall Strummers were formed 5 years ago and comprise a mixed group of retired wirral residents. They gig exclusively for local and national charities. Whilst predominantly playing ukuleles they also have double base, guitar, harmonica and cajon.
The Pennine Ukulele Group
The Pugs!
An upbeat foot tapping 70's pop and rock tribute backed by an electric guitarist, bassist and drummer.
Ukulele Band
of Bury
Now totalling 46 members, the UkyBoBs practice every Tuesday morning at Bury Music Service. They performed at 47 events across the borough last year, earning themselves a great reputation.
Ukumatics
Ukumatics perform a mix of well known classics that go from catchy pop and also lean towards the mellow end of the spectrum of songs from the great American songbook.
2Ukes
Been a duet for 10 years played at various festivals and weddings parties. Love doing good upbeat singalong songs
Hawberry Jammers
Hawberry Jam play every Monday evening at the Hawthorn pub, Bootle. They play some sweet, sweet music to stick to your ears from a choice of over 1650 songs from Mal's Ukulele Song Book, online. All are welcome to join.
UkeCan Crew
Ukecan Crew are ukulele jammers who play together every Monday 2.30 pm- 4pm in Flanagan's Apple Pub on Mathew Street.They are a group of ukulele players who play for fun and enjoyment.
TwoCanUke
We have been together as a duo for about 2 years we also play in a couple of other bands. Our music taste is eclectic ranging from country to rock. What we may lack in technique we make up with our enthusiasm and energy.
Winners Sinners
Formed to coincide with open mics at Winners Wine Bar in Crosby. Very enthusiastic irreverent crowd.
UkeCan
UKECAN Liverpool is a super exciting fresh, fun ukulele band who are all about spreading UKE happiness. Enjoy a singalong with UKECAN, share lots of smiles and dance to some fantastic songs performed on the awesome instrument that is the ukulele.
The Back Row Crowd
The Back Row Crowd hail from towns and villages across north Leicestershire, performing a wide variety of crowd pleasing songs from the last 60 years, whilst having fun.
Nethertones
The Nethertones are the L30 Community Centre's resident ukulele group. We love playing music together & rocking round Netherton, raising money to support our fantastic community.
Happy Tuesdays
This band are so mysterious they haven't sent us a photo or a bio! But John Hardie is in it, so they'll be brilliant!
Bins rule!
Mark Stivvy
Sixty-six and still standing, sports a second-hand suit, sings self-penned songs that scan the stylistic spectrum. Some sad, some sagacious, some simply silly, sometimes served with a small splash of sauce.
It Takes Two
“IT TAKES TWO” is an instrumental ukulele duo who play a variety of instrumental versions of popular songs, mostly from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Gaynor plays concert and Andrew plays baritone.
Crosby Strings
Crosby Strings began on 8th December 2022 with just 4 people and now have over 30 playing on Wednesdays at the Sing Centre, Cambridge Rd, Waterloo, but are open to all ukulele players. For the last 2 years we have raised money for Claire House Children’s Hospice and other local charities.
Mr Spoons
ft. Dave R
Raconteur, wit, in-demand after dinner speaker… Mr Spoons (aka Uke Fat Barsteward) is none of these, but he is a much-loved, South London-based solo act with an ear for a musical mash-up and lyrical pastiche that gets the audience laughing (sometimes deliberately so).
Mickey McMusic
Mikey Mc is a 24-year-old singer from Liverpool who loves entertaining. He covers generations of music, offering a wide range of genres that ranges from country, traditional Irish songs, and the hits of the 1950s, 60s, 70s and beyond. He loves nothing more than putting a smile on the faces of his audience and seeing them up on their feet dancing.
Lockdown Ukes
Formed during lockdown, Lockstock Ukes have been performing together since 2022 and are delighted to be playing their first Summer Strum. They perform regularly at Liverpool's Strawberry Fields & played at BUFF 2022.
Yooks!
Based in Southport, this band have fun playing all genres of music for charities and audiences around the Merseyside area.
Uketopia
Uketopia - A ukulele band of musicians based in Liverpool with an aim to spread a little ALOHA across the World. Join us on our ukulele journey to sing, play and hula!
Blended Ukes
This band are so mysterious they haven't sent us a photo or a bio! But Yvonne is in it, so they'll be brilliant!
Town Cryer
The Town Cryer, unique singing style, songalong classics, play along with whatever you've got welcome
Uncle G
Your Uncle G found the Uke over the Pandemic, and enjoys plays all sorts of tunes. Grab a pint and pull up a chair.
Centre 63 Ukes
We are a community based band ben going 4 years .
Oopa Duck
With some members hailing from Wales, this new band are thrilled to be making their second Summer Strum appearance.
The Ukulele Two
The Ukulele Two enjoys playing all types of music, from pop to the good oldies!
Ukes Alive
A 4-piece band with plenty of festival experience, including running and the brilliant Parbulele Ukulele Festival.