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Gday there, so here is the second single from fast emerging Australian surf outfit The Outback Surf Squad, and the tune is called Moana Point, in reference to the awesome beaches just below Adelaide, South Australia.

Guitar : Jamie Balcombe
Bass, drums, production by John B Verhoef (Magnatech).
https://soundcloud.com/jamie-balcombe-941168545/moana-point

Also check out the first single "Podium Finish"
Guitar : Jamie Balcombe.
Bass, drums, production : Jason Deatherage (The Surf Hermits).
https://soundcloud.com/jamie-balcombe-941168545/the-outback-surf-squad-podium-finish

There are plenty of modern day surf artists that pen songs that have a western twang or take on some South American vibes, but Los Grainders turn the table on their northern counterparts, with a classic approach to surf. Focusing on “that” SoCal sound, this outfit from Mexico City knows their stuff and backs it up with the latest release, Surf Beat ’23. We've teamed up with MuSick Recordings for this Limited Edition red 10" vinyl.

“The guitars sparkle and shine against the backdrop of some mellow basslines and beautiful drum work. The album starts off with the fast-paced Storm Surf and settles into a nice groove, trading tempos back and forth between tracks. The balance makes for a fantastic listen, never falling into one groove. It’s tough to pick a favorite track, but Nomoro with its quick picking is a frontrunner, but I also love the deep and dreamy track Santa Ana Winds. While many surf bands shoot for a traditional surf sound, Los Grainders have done their homework.”

• Exotica Moderne Magazine

Side 1

Storm Surf
Deep Grotto
Sharp Stone
Buff

Side 2

Nomoro
Escondida
Santa Anna Winds
Shell Pink

The Vintage Oasis tropical themed weekend escape will take place Friday February 14th to Sunday the 16th, 2025. (Yes, the perfect Valentine’s Day getaway for that special someone!) Come for a wide selection of vintage vendors as well as a tribute to the world of mid-century Tiki themed fantasy. The vintage market will be open Saturday featuring all eras of top-shelf clothing and antique goods. There will be many tropical "Tiki" themed activities all weekend including: great cocktails, live music/dancing, classes, a pool party, and the Grand Luau! The setting for the weekend is the palm court and ballroom of the (perfectly vintage) Sturbridge Host Hotel. There are several ticket options based on how much of the event you want to attend.

Bands include the Electric Heaters, the Swinging Palms and the Sound Minds.

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Endless Summer Brighton presents The Razorblades, Surfin’ Lungs and The Tridents at The Prince Albert, Brighton on Friday April 11th 2025.

German power surf trio The Razorblades return to Brighton for another great night at the wonderful Prince Albert. Support is from the legendary Surfin’ Lungs, making their first live appearance in over five years. Also along for the ride will be the wonderful Tridents, who blew the crowd away at The Surfrajettes recent Brighton show.

Doors will be at 8:00pm.
Advance tickets are available from WeGotTickets:Link

Further details here:Link

M.A.N.T.I.S. 2nd single from Time Surfers released today on all Streaming platforms!!!

Animation by @pierceart555.
Recorded at Pineapple Studios in NY.
timesurfers2000@bandcamp.com

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The third thrilling issue of Colorado Instrumental Fanzine is now available.

See here: Link

Issue three includes interviews with:

Desert Undertones (Arizona)
The Electric Heaters (Massachusetts)
The Meteoroids (California)
Slacktone (California)
The Volcanics (California)
The WHYs (Japan)

This issue ALSO includes a 7" record from Desert Undertones (AND a download code) <<<

In addition to the six interviews, the zine is filled with tons of live photographs and thoughtful music reviews for your reading pleasure. Weighing in at a hefty 44 pages, you'll have hours of reading material about some incredibly talented surf/instrumental bands. It's printed on 80lb satin paper with a 100lb satin cover and appropriately sized at 8.5 X 11 (~A4).

Listen to the Desert Undertones EP while reading their interview.

Note: The download code will be mailed to you in the parcel.

Combo packs available: Link

Hey !! A look back at a year full of concerts & meetings!!

https://youtu.be/LQP0yQJGtQE

Enjoy

Here is my first original recorded tune called "Podium Finish", under the guise of The Outback Surf Squad, where i plan to collaborate with my trusted surf music buddies with the aim of bringing out an ep one of these days.

"Podium Finish" was in collaboration with Jason Deatherage from The Surf Hermits.

I have always been fascinated by the hot rod racing scene of the 50s and 60s and that was the inspiration for "Podium Finish"...if you like surf-a-billy style instro rock, then take a listen!!

Have a super day....Jamie Balcombe.

https://soundcloud.com/jamie-balcombe-941168545/the-outback-surf-squad-podium-finish

After a hiatus of a couple of months, Australia's no1 surf guitar podcast The Dodge City Social Club returns for episode 27 and here is the tracklist :

1. Coffin Daggers - Black Sand Beach.
2. Riptide Rate - Reef Rumblin.
3. The Spiratones - Crooked Waeve.
4. The Velvetones - Mr X.
5. Aloha in Hell - Wave 9.
6. Agents of Surf - Codename Cicero.
7. The Coratones - Surfing the Lunar Sea.
8. Project X - Ocean Deep.
9. Magnatech - Hannah's Twist.
10. Humanga Danga - Otorongo.
11. The Volcanos - Whirlpool.
12. Killer Tone Jones - Night Dive.
13. Foxtail Molly - Black Cat.
14. Dirty Quarantine - Puca Tsunami
15. Kris Bone - Brazil.
16. Longboard Cruise Control - Riviera.
17. The Surf Hermits - Speaking with Ghosts.
18. David Marks/marksmen - Sheriff of Noddingham.
19. Coffin Daggers - Namaida No Juujiro.

https://soundcloud.com/jamie-balcombe-941168545/dcsc-ep-27
Have a great day...Jamie Balcombe.

Christmas Yet To Come is a collection of original holiday instrumentals from The Deathly Quiet. It also happens to be the band's first release.

Is it odd for a band's first release to be a holiday collection when the band has no intention of solely releasing holiday tunes (instrumental or otherwise)? Perhaps, but 'tis the season and all that. Let's not overthink this. Some songs were written. There were sleigh bells. You know how these things go. One thing led to another and now there's Christmas Yet To Come.

So, grab a hot beverage, curl up under a warm blanket and enjoy The Deathly Quiet.

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