Label: Independent
From the tender age of 15, Matt Hurray has been honing his skills as a guitarist, a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft. Hailing from Balboa Island, CA, Hurray draws his musical inspiration from the vibrant surf scene that once ruled the beaches of Southern California in the late 1950s and 1960s.
That is an intro that should give you an idea of what kind of music you are in for with Matt. Since I took that right off the man’s site, I figure that was a good place to start. ‘Nofre Nuggets', released over 5 years ago, is a collection of tracks that continue to admire and reinvigorate the first wave of surf instro.
Discovering surf instro music, regardless of when it was released, is what I enjoy. And then, getting the word out is also essential. And you must love the guys from SoCal, so in tune (no pun intended) with the culture and music of surfing. Based on what I’ve heard on this album, this man seems to have it together.
Covering classic surf instrumental tracks as a personal tribute involves some risks. You must be outstanding to do it well. Matt did a fine job taking all these tracks and injecting his own energy and sound. I found it all refreshing, and the production is top-notch.
With a generous dose of reverb, melodicism, and a clever mix of acoustic and electric guitar, 'Nofre Nuggets' takes a bold step forward. The volume is cranked up, giving many tracks a modern, robust sound that’s sure to pique your interest.
More than just a nostalgic trip, 'Nofre Nuggets is a gateway to the world of surf music for newcomers. It’s a fresh take on surf lore, inviting you to explore where it all began and how artists like Matt Hurray found their inspiration.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck-NAMR Review Founder
October 8, 2025
Tracks:
01. Pipeline 3:05
02. Mr. Moto 2:24
03. Theme From "The Endless Summer" 3:38
04. The Rising Surf
05. Perfidia 2:14
06. El Conquistador 1:48
07. Apache 3:31
08. 7th Street (2020) 3:37
09. Penetration 2:22
10. Wipe Out! 2:55
11. Telstar 2:56
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