Welcome to the new SurfGuitar101.com! This format was launched on February 25, 2006.
This site combines my love for all things computer geekery and my other passion: instrumental surf music. I hope this site is useful for both surf fans and musicians, as it offers the following:
Users can submit news, show announcements, show reports, reviews, etc. These stories can then be ranked and commented on by others. These stories are then archived on this site.
Web based forum area to discuss all things related to surf music.
A database of useful links.
Surf music FAQ's.
Photos of surf bands in action.
An event calendar so people can quickly see what shows are coming up.
There are several exciting books and a DVD that every surf music fan must know about. We are very lucky these all seem to have hit about the same time.
First of all, John Blair (from Jon & The Nightriders) has just released the 4th Edition of his book The Illustrated Discography of Surf Music 1961-1965. Please check out our news story and forum thread.
Secondly, everyone should run out and grab a copy of The Pounding Surf, a combination surf music history and surf drumming instructional video. You can check out this story, this one, and this forum thread.
And finally, another new book: Pop Surf Culture Music, Design, Film, and Fashion from the Bohemian Surf Boomby Brian Chidester and Domenic Priore. Check out the publisher's website, and you can find it on Amazon.
Announcing the 2009 SurfGuitar101 Convention Weekend
What are you doing the weekend of July 31st through Sunday, August 2nd? Well you should head on out to California for the SurfGuitar101 2nd Annual Convention. Yes, it's another surf music packed weekend put together by our own Jeff "Bigtikidude" Hanson. All the details are in this story, and be sure to check out the latest scoop in this forum thread. We had a fantastic time last year, so we hope to see some of you again and meet some new faces this time around.
Check Out Our Forums:
Join us in our forums for some lively discussions. Here are the latest forum threads with new posts:
A convention for Tiki lovers! Join Tiki Oasis as we take over an entire hotel for a 4-day weekend of wild and wooly fun in the sun!
Escape the stress of everyday life with a weekend getaway to Tiki Oasis. Within minutes you will be relaxing by a pool surrounded by tropical landscaping and watched over by a 10 foot tall guardian Tiki. You can order a tropical cocktail without leaving the comfort of your chaise lounge. Or take a stroll into the secluded Tiki atrium, sit by the Koi fish pond, and listen to the soft waterfall serenade. If its excitement you want, then check out live Tiki carvers and roam the bustling bazaar with over 60 vendors peddling wares from around the world. Take in the sounds of live disc jockeys and bands, watch a movie, or dance the Boogaloo at our all-night Beach Party!
Posted by Brian on Monday, June 29, 2009 @ 19:22:22 CDT (33 reads)
Blue Wave Theory ispleased to announce the release of our eponymous debut CD full of explosive instrumental surf enhanced with elements of classic rock, progressive rock, and punk.
To hear some of the music and order a copy of the new album, please visit our MySpace page at www.myspace.com/bluewavetheory
Thanks for listening and keep ridin’ the waves!
Steve, Bill, and Kevin Blue Wave Theory
Posted by Brian on Thursday, June 25, 2009 @ 17:21:35 CDT (47 reads)
Radio Free Bakersfield Podcast Hypes SG101 Convention!
Whore-Hay at Radio Free Bakersfield has done it again. This time by turning over the mic to Jeff "Bigtikidude" and Baron von Shivers of The Ghastly Ones. Hmmm, not a wise move. But this time it turned out fantastic. Want to get pumped up for the August 2009 SurfGuitar101 Convention? Then listen to Radio Free Bakersfield Podcast #136. Jeff and The Baron spin some great tunes by bands that will be featured at the convention in August. Thanks guys and congrats on a brilliant and funny show!
Read more for the track list...
Posted by Brian on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 @ 19:26:35 CDT (76 reads)
East Tennessee's one and only all instrumental surf band has released it's second CD on LandLocked records titled "Live at Bikini Beach" . A throw back to the Classic 1960's Surf Sound with a modern twist. The band formed in 2006 and in 08 released it's debut "Shark Attack". Hailing fron East Tennessee, not exactly a hot bed of instrumental Surf music but the one time home of The Ventures Drummer Mel Taylor. The band consist of, Billy Crawford - Lead Guitars, Dave Vaught - Rhythym guitars, Charlie Aesque - Bass guitars, Carnell Cross - Drums, Joey Cross - Percussion. You can check out the band in action and purchase both CD's at www.myspace.com/thethunderheads.
Posted by Brian on Thursday, June 18, 2009 @ 22:27:24 CDT (72 reads)
We have a brand new batch of t-shirts, designed by members Duff (surfbeatnik) and Doug (stormtiger)! These shirts are being sold through fellow member Carol (mom_surfing's) online store for her surf shop. Check out this forum thread for more information. Here is the link to the SG101 t-shirt store page. Read more to see the 2 designs and colors...
Posted by Brian on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 @ 18:55:34 CDT (70 reads)
Sad news from The Ventures website. Founding member Bob Bogle passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2009. At least we'll always be able to cherish the great music that Bob made with The Ventures. Here is a clip of "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue" from the Beloved Invaders film (1965). Thank you for the years of fantastic music Bob!
Posted by Brian on Monday, June 15, 2009 @ 19:16:25 CDT (133 reads)
Robbie Allen and the Outer Edge will be returning to the Park Chalet on June 28th. Geoffrey Clegg has settled back into the band almost like he never left. He brings a real hard and tight bottom end to the band's sound along with helping Gary out on the occasional vocals. We're excited to come back to San Francisco again and hope some of you in the Bay Area can make it out!
June 28th, 2009
Robbie Allen and The Outer Edge
Park Chalet
1000 Great Highway
San Fransisco, CA 94121 www.beachchalet.com
The first full album of Wadadli Riders will be out on July, presented at the Surfer Joe Summer Festival. This will be the very first surf record ever produced in the Caribbean! Title will be "Made in Antigua", and it's true, completely produced on the island by Surfer Joe Music. 10 new original tracks, cover artwork by Fred Lammers, lots of Caribbean vibes and much fun.
Some preview tracks will be available within the end of June at the band's MySpace page. Hope you'll like them!
Posted by Brian on Monday, June 01, 2009 @ 19:08:30 CDT (152 reads)
