by Surf Llama | Apr 25, 2009 | Surf Music
I thought it would be cool if people listed their favorite surf rock songs. Here’s my list of instrumental surf songs. I’ll update it as it changes – unless I forget. Misirlou (performed by Dick Dale) Pipeline (performed by The Chantays) Bustin’ Surfboards (performed...
by Surf Llama | Apr 24, 2009 | Surf Bands
Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you: Los Cuchillos. You’ve probably never heard of these guys, but you need to go listen to them right now. Their name first struck me as awesome (Los Cuchillos is spanish for The Knives), and then the music floored me. It’s awesome....
by Surf Llama | Apr 19, 2009 | Surf Bands
I ran across “The Modelos” for the first time this weekend. If you’re not familiar with them, I think you will enjoy taking a listen. Check them out on their website. Apparently they are from Vancouver, Canada, which means they are likely to smell like a moose and...
by Surf Llama | Apr 10, 2009 | Surf Music
Not really a video, just pictures but with the sound. Regardless, it’s great country artist Junior Brown playing a great surf medley on his crazy custom-built “guit-steel.” He puts on a pretty entertaining show.
by Surf Llama | Apr 6, 2009 | Music Gear
Sparrow Guitars has come up with a line of surf guitars, announced at NAMM 2009. The Von Drat Continental surf guitar is named after Canadian surf band “the Von Drats.” It’s got a cool green color, a big pick guard, and a slanted pickup. Apparently it’s available in...
by Surf Llama | Apr 5, 2009 | Surf Bands
Surf music has its roots in California from the 50′s and 60′s, but has an interesting following today internationally. One band worth listening to is Los Coronas, apparently the top surf band in Spain. Their sound is a mix of 60s surf sound, Spaghetti Western, and...