{"product_id":"various-artists-surf-age-nuggets-trash-twang-instrumentals-cd","title":"Various Artists - Surf-Age Nuggets: Trash \u0026 Twang Instrumentals (CD) PREORDER","description":"\u003cp\u003eRediscover the raw energy, reverb-drenched guitars and infectious rhythms of the early American surf music scene with \u003ci\u003eSurf-Age Nuggets: Trash \u0026amp; Twang Instrumentals\u003c\/i\u003e, a 14-track collection of rare instrumental recordings from the early and mid-1960s. Released by Liberation Hall, this compilation ventures beyond the familiar hits of surf rock's golden age to spotlight the lesser-known bands and regional performers who helped define the genre's distinctive sound. Combining driving rhythms, twanging electric guitars, atmospheric melodies and the occasional touch of garage rock grit, these recordings capture the excitement of an era when instrumental rock flourished in dance halls, beach communities and independent recording studios across the country. From the earliest days of longboards and short hair to the changing musical landscape of the mid-1960s, the collection celebrates the adventurous spirit and regional diversity of the surf instrumental underground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing obscure singles and hard-to-find recordings, \u003ci\u003eSurf-Age Nuggets: Trash \u0026amp; Twang Instrumentals\u003c\/i\u003e brings together an assortment of overlooked surf and instrumental rock performers. Highlights include the Velvetones' 'Doheny Run,' the Shan-Tones' 'Sheba,' the Valiants' 'Jack the Ripper,' the Ramrods' 'Night Ride' and the Reekers' 'Don't Call Me Fly Face.' The collection also features the Vibrants' interpretation of 'The Breeze \u0026amp; I,' the Vistas' 'Moon Relay,' the Emeralds' 'Earthquake' and the Road Runners' 'Quasimoto,' alongside two selections from the Vaqueros, 'Echo' and '80 Foot Wave.' Rounding out the program are 4 Of Us with 'Batman (Freefalling),' the Scouts with 'The Mr. Custer Stomp' and the Runabouts with 'Surfer's Fright.' Together, these recordings reveal the stylistic variety of the period, ranging from energetic dancefloor instrumentals to moody, guitar-driven excursions that reflect the intersection of surf music, rockabilly and early garage rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Liberation Hall's Nuggets-themed series of archival rock collections, \u003ci\u003eSurf-Age Nuggets: Trash \u0026amp; Twang Instrumentals\u003c\/i\u003e offers a rewarding exploration of an often-overlooked chapter in American popular music. Many of these vintage singles have remained difficult to obtain and are unavailable through mainstream digital music services, making this compilation particularly appealing to collectors of obscure 1960s recordings and enthusiasts of instrumental guitar music. With 14 tracks spanning approximately 34 minutes, the CD provides an entertaining soundtrack for beach parties, poolside gatherings and retro dancefloors while preserving the sounds of musicians whose contributions deserve renewed recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoheny Run - The Velvetones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheba - The Shan-Tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack The Ripper - The Valiants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEcho - The Vaqueros\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight Ride - The Ramrods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't Call Me Fly Face - The Reekers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Breeze \u0026amp; I - The Vibrants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoon Relay - The Vistas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarthquake - The Emeralds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatman (Freefalling) - 4 of Us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mr. Custer Stomp - The Scouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuasimoto - The Road Runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80 Foot Wave - The Vaqueros\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurfer's Fright - The Runabouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liberation Hall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pop\/Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33:52 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 01\/29\/27\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 810177210085\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LIBHALL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67543465591033,"sku":"LIB-2238","price":12.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/4889\/files\/LIB-2238.jpg?v=1793364489","url":"https:\/\/mvdshop.com\/products\/various-artists-surf-age-nuggets-trash-twang-instrumentals-cd","provider":"MVD Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}