Surf Instro Review: Satan's Pilgrims - Self Titled

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Satan's Pilgrims have turned it up a few notches on their first self-titled release for MuSick Recordings. It is no coincidence that this is by far the best output of music the group has had to date. The capable hands of MuSick have pushed the group into the stratosphere of surf-rock-instro stardom with their slashing, thundering, biting guitar.

The ever-present thumping bass lines, the rock-solid drumming, all the earmarks of great surf music—it's all here in its raging glory. Each song is a new and fresh progression of instro madness. Just listen to Hungarian Dance No. 5; it will surely convince you of the capabilities of this fine group. 

I have listened to a few of this group's previous releases, and they sound tame compared to this release. That is not to say that their previously released music is not good; it is. This CD's sound, production, and excellent musicianship just floored me!

The 3rd wave of surf groups is rolling right into your shore with all the untamed surf's power, intensity, and electricity. Satan's Pilgrims are amongst the elite of the genre. Can't you hear the waves beckoning you to swim in the endless expanse of reverb?

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

April 1999

Tracks:

01. Badge Of Honor  

02. Theme From The Arturan  

03. Fra Diavolo  

04. Tears & Gears  

05. Step It Up  

06. Casbah

07. All Day Party (All Night Party) 

08. Mutha Fuzz   

09. Frankenstomp  

10. Super Stock  

11. Black Marquis  

12. Chi Chi

13. Jungle Room  

14. Hungarian Dance No.5 

15. Beach Binge

Surf-Lounge-Tropical Review: Tropical Tunes - SurfLounge.com Joe Fleming Productions

Imagine the sensation of a warm tropical breeze, not on your skin, but directly into your ears through your speakers. This is the unique experience that lounge music offers, a sensation that has been a part of the hip, slick, and terminally cool consciousness for many years.

Now, we have a resurgence of lounge music. This resurgence fits with the current surf instro, swing, and big band explosion, bringing a fresh wave of interest to the genre. 

Tropical Tunes from SurfLounge.com and Joe Fleming Productions takes you there first class.

The style fits snugly into the surf instro section of your local record store. Although it's not surf, a sub-genre's influence and prevailing categorization remain.

Eclecticism is the key to the allure of lounge music. It's a genre that can transport you from a sunny California beach to an exotic Caribbean Island in the blink of an eye. Just as you're about to sip your drink from a coconut under a palm tree, you're whisked away to a smoky nightclub in Chicago, where you can immerse yourself in the sounds of Lounge and Exotica.

I'm a massive fan of this kind of music, and this CD perfectly captures the essence of the lounge sound. Crazy Joe Fleming and his band have done an incredible job of painting vivid landscapes in your mind's eye. With this CD, you can experience all the angles and subtle nuances of the music in one place.

Grab your shades, beach umbrella, surfboard, limbo stick, and drink. Get ready for a trip you won't soon forget.

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

April 1999

Tracks:

01. Flight To Exotica  

02. Paradise Calling  

03. Caribbean Cruise 

04. South Seas Swing  

05. Bossa Blues

06. Beyond The Beach  

07. High Tides & High Times  

08. Cayucos Cocktails   

09. Bamboo Rain  

10. Mango Tango

11. Over The Horizon  

12. Bongo Island  

13. Guitars On The Water  

14. Calypso Sailing

Surf Instro Reviews: The Woodies - Swimmin' In Reverb

It was a long wait, but it was worth it. The making of The Woodies Swimmin' In Reverb was an actual labor of love, a unique project that stands out in the music scene. It is one of the year's most revered and exciting releases, a must-listen for any surf music fan.

 I couldn't agree more with the album's consensus from the surf community. It's that vintage early sixties surf sound with multitudes of twang, reverb, and attitude. All the tracks are positively captivating.

Talented guitarist and artist Ferenc Dobronyi poured his heart and soul into mixing this and releasing it on his Pop label.  He also came up with the ultra-cool cover. Then, to finish this masterpiece, the Surfmeister, Phil Dirt, contributes the liner notes. What a superb package from start to finish, a testament to the dedication of these artists.

A bonus is a live track taken from Phil's radio show on KFJC. Unrelenting surf waves come splashing through your speakers as you drown in the satisfaction of it all. This is a no-brainer, folks. The Woodies Swimmin' In Reverb is a must-have for any surf collection, especially with the high-quality live track included!

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

April 1999

Tracks:

01. Mavericks  

02. Midnight Ride  

03. Surf'n with Bernie  

04. Little Dume  

05. Spanish Word  

06. If it Swells  

07. The Swami

08. Zorba's Last Wave  

09. Agent Woodrow   

10. Chief Bigwood  

11. K-55 (Live from KFJC) 

12. Surf'n with Bernie

13. The Swami  

14. The Rebel  

15. Bonanza

16. Phil Dirt–Untitled Track Voice [Uncredited Introduction] 

17. The Rubbachicken Band–Phil's Dirt

18. The Rubbachicken Band–Uncle Al, A Surfers Pal