„Clawhammer” is a playing technique with origins in Banjo playing. It is most common in folk music from the American South-East. Clawhammer style is often used in the songs and Fiddle-tunes in Appalachian Music. It is a form of song accompaniment that picks up certain elements of the lead voice and combines them with a rhythmic pattern. If played well, it can develop a unique and irresistible groove. To get a first impression of the Clawhammer sound, the songs of Banjo players Mike Seeger and Dirk Powell are a great starting point. Artists like Aaron Keim or Richard Hefner demonstrate what Ukulele players can do with the Clawhammer technique.