Surf Rock and Instrumental Review: The Best of The Fireballs—The Original Norman Petty Masters

Norman Petty was a brilliant man who saw the group's talent, The Fireballs.

The Best of The Fireballs—The Original Norman Petty Masters features great music by some very talented musicians. These are classics taken from the original masters.

The period covered the late 1950s through the early 1960s. This is essential Fireball music. It is a must-have piece for anyone who is a fan or collector of their music.

If you know anything about the history of instrumental rock, or if you don't, The Fireballs, The Ventures, and The Shadows were key components in developing the classic surf instrumental sound from the 1950s onward.

Your collection would be incomplete without it. It's good rock' n' roll performed by some true craft masters. It's a delightful journey down a road forever preserved in time.

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

June/July 1999

Tracks:

01. Torquay   

02. Bulldog   

03. The Carioca   

04. Yacky Doo   

05. Foot Patter   

06. Dumbo   

07. Vaquero

08. Long Long Ponytail   

09. Gunshot   

10. Nearly Sunrise   

11. Rik-a-tik   

12. Quite A Party  

13. Really Big Time   

14. Peg Leg  

15. Fireball   

16. Panic Button   

17. Cry Baby   

18. Tuff-A-Nuff   

19. Find Me A Golden Street

20. Blacksmith Blues   

21. Daytona Drag   

22. Kissin'    

23. Chief Whoopin' Koff    

24. El Ringo    

25. Torquay

Surf Instro Review: Cosmonauti-Just Surf

Cosmonauti, hailing from Italy, bring a unique Mediterranean twist to the classic Surf sound.

With a runtime of just over 30 minutes, Cosmonauti's Just Surf album is a burst of energy that perfectly encapsulates the Surf genre. The album's short, compact nature, coupled with the band's infectious surf guitar energy, makes it a thrilling listen. The more you listen, the more you'll appreciate the group's diverse talent and their unique take on Surf from the Mediterranean.

Their rendition of "Secret Agent Man" is a standout, showcasing their ability to infuse their music with their cultural influences. It's fascinating how a group from a country not traditionally associated with surf music can capture the essence of the genre so effectively.

Call it Mediterranean twang if you will. They sound like they just came in from riding a wave in Southern California. Dick Dale would be proud.

Keith “MuzikMan”Hannaleck

June/July 1999

Tracks:

01. First Kiss    

02. Mexico Beach    

03. 7th Level    

04. Secret Agent Man    

05.Blue Surf   

06. Driver    

07. Green Bay

08. Maserati     

09. (Death Of) Matador   

10. Exotica Fever    

11. Bad Moon     

12. Sea Storm     

13. Locals Only