rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on Apr 29 2024 11:43 AM
Hello! I don't think I have seen another thread about this and don't want to derail the main announcement-ish one so...
I'd love to hear from those planning to attend the festival this summer! Is there anything a first-timer should know? Are there off-menu events, or anything specific to forum members (special meetups, etc.)? Or do you say hi and introduce yourself incessantly? I'd love to put faces to some of the people posting here that provide such great info and food for thought.
I'm a casual musician (I've been lumbering along learning surf for 20 years, still not great, and I am not in any bands) and a slightly-more-than-casual surf/garage fan, but am way more into both than anyone else I know in person, so seems like a group I should get to know.
I'll be coming down from Washington State.
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rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on Apr 29 2024 12:27 PM
To get myself more familiar with some of the music scheduled, here is a Spotify playlist you should be able to add to using this link, with all of the acts I could find on Spotify. I am not at all a Spotify power user so if anyone else would rather clone this and run with it in a better way, that is great!
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XZgcWyF3uqb4bMBVtCQoG?si=02f67681db534c6e&pt=4d2c6bf9fbe4f299f6191d2849eb1c47
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25556
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on May 02 2024 06:12 PM
Cool thanks for the Spotify list.
There will be 2 pre shows and 2 post shows announced soon.
So Wednesday n Thursday before,
Monday and Tuesday after.
smaller bar shows in OC or Long Beach
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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RobbieReverb
Joined: Feb 28, 2006
Posts: 2347
San Jose, Ca.
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Posted on May 02 2024 07:48 PM
Hi Rob! Glad that you're coming down for the festival. You will be blown away. I've been driving down from the S.F. Bay Area to the SG101 events since the first one, and each event has been phenomenal. SG101 members, and the entire surf community, are very friendly and welcoming. Don't be afraid to make the rounds and introduce yourself.
This event is a marathon! Listening to the glorious (and loud) music, meeting people, visiting the vendors, etc. is a LOT of stimulation, and it takes its' toll. My recommendation is to prioritize, plan, and pace yourself. With the backline set up for all the bands to use, the breaks between sets are relatively short. I try to plan my meals during sets by the bands that I least want to see. As much as I want to, unfortunately, I realize that I can't see every minute of every band. You're gonna miss stuff, and that's OK. Just make it so that you don't miss the stuff that you REALLY want to see. I'd like to be standing up front for the whole shebang, but I've learned that I have to give my self a break, and sit for portions of the festival.
I usually arrive early to check out all the vendors, and to talk with/meet people, which I also do during the breaks between sets. This event is a blur! It goes by so quickly, that I always end up lamenting not being able to visit as much as I would like, with friends, or introduce myself to new people, bands, etc. Take advantage whenever you can, because it will be over in the blink of an eye. If you're into merch, brings lots of cash. Some vendors can take credit cards, venmo, etc. Some don't There are a lot of cash-worthy raffles. I'm sure that I'm leaving out a lot, but this should give you a decent idea of what to expect. I certainly hope to meet you, Rob.
— Bob
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rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on May 02 2024 10:08 PM
Thanks for the info and tips! Very much looking forward to it - got my flights and hotel booked and now just counting the hours (luckily the event site handles that part...)
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Colorado_Instrumental
Joined: Jan 30, 2023
Posts: 268
Coloardo
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Posted on May 03 2024 05:57 PM
Rob,
I'll have a vendor table for my fanzine, Colorado Instrumental. Please stop by and say, "Hi."
As Bob mentioned there is a lot to take in. There are two stages so it takes some planning to see who you want to see as well as meal planning.
There are food vendors on-site and the venue sells some alcohol.
It's recommended to bring cash as not all vendors take electronic payments.
If you can, catch Surf X Surfwest in Seattle the weekend before.
— Matthew
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Sonichris
Joined: Mar 06, 2006
Posts: 1892
Wear gloves - I'm in the Rockies
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Posted on May 03 2024 07:36 PM
bigtikidude wrote:
Cool thanks for the Spotify list.
There will be 2 pre shows and 2 post shows announced soon.
So Wednesday n Thursday before,
Monday and Tuesday after.
smaller bar shows in OC or Long Beach
Looking forward to hearing about these - still haven't made flight plans and could maybe stay a day extra on either side.
— "You can't tell where you're going if you don't know where you've been"
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rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on May 18 2024 10:30 AM
Is there a photography/recording policy somewhere? If it is allowed or encouraged, I might bring a Zoom digital audio recorder. Would love to take some photos (like with an actual camera) as well.
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RobbieReverb
Joined: Feb 28, 2006
Posts: 2347
San Jose, Ca.
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Posted on May 18 2024 11:13 AM
Rob, It is most certainly allowed. Seemingly, the only issue is jockeying for spots from which to shoot videos, and, of course, the perils of the oblivious dancers. 
rfcii wrote:
Is there a photography/recording policy somewhere? If it is allowed or encouraged, I might bring a Zoom digital audio recorder. Would love to take some photos (like with an actual camera) as well.
— Bob
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Padraig
Joined: Feb 26, 2022
Posts: 400
Dollars, Taxes
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Posted on May 18 2024 11:27 PM
Now Bob, when speaking of dancers, you wouldn't be referring to our beloved Dave Arnson by any chance would you? 
— Patrick
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25556
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on May 19 2024 01:33 AM
There will be an area for audio and Video recorders
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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h3dg3h0g
Joined: Jun 27, 2015
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San Francisco East Bay Area
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Posted on May 19 2024 02:52 PM
rfcii wrote:
Is there a photography/recording policy somewhere? If it is allowed or encouraged, I might bring a Zoom digital audio recorder. Would love to take some photos (like with an actual camera) as well.
It would be really terrific if one of the kind videographers shared video with the bands.
— Jonathan the Reverbivore
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DannySnyder
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
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Berkeley, CA
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Posted on May 19 2024 06:16 PM
Jonathan talk to Dave F, he always shares.
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Playing keys and guitar with Combo Tezeta
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Latest surf project - Now That's What I Call SURF
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Brian
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Des Moines, Iowa, USA
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Posted on May 20 2024 08:36 AM
I'm not certain Dave F will be there this year.
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DannySnyder
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
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Berkeley, CA
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Posted on May 20 2024 08:57 AM
oh, I hadn't seen that. I guess you'll have to badger the remaining videographers.
— Danny Snyder
"With great reverb comes great responsibility" - Uncle Leo
Playing keys and guitar with Combo Tezeta
Formerly a guitarist in The TomorrowMen and Meshugga Beach Party
Latest surf project - Now That's What I Call SURF
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rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on Jun 09 2024 08:49 PM
It occurred to me that a huge draw for me, maybe others, would be workshops on actual guitar stuff. Songwriting, gear, techniques, etc. I know how hard it is to teach actual lessons to a bunch of people with different abilities, but I would absolutely be interested in some of the musicians demonstrating their rigs, some playing techniques or approaches, etc.
Maybe something to think about for the future! The old Sierra Surf Music Camp always looked so cool, and was at a time when I couldn't make the travel happen. I wish something like that were still around!
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bigtikidude
Joined: Feb 27, 2006
Posts: 25556
Anaheim(So.Cal.)U.S.A.
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Posted on Jun 12 2024 02:34 PM
There will be a meet n greet and possible member jam on Friday from 2-5 pm
Maybe some teaching could happen then
— Jeff(bigtikidude)
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DoNtFearTheReverbBass
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Land Locked CINCINNATI OH
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Posted on Jun 12 2024 05:01 PM
I’m attending and into it. Expect I’ll be vending but yet to have made final arrangements. We all have something to give and we all need something to learn .
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rfcii
Joined: Oct 28, 2018
Posts: 184
Quimper Peninsula, WA
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Posted on Jul 19 2024 04:46 PM
Starting to get pretty stoked! I have to work until Wednesday but will be hitting the road after that, making a pit stop to visit a friend in LA. Anyone have any suggestions for outstanding food/etc near the venue?
It was a long time ago (early 2000s), but I actually lived in Long Beach for a couple years and would ride my bike down to Seal Beach, will be cool to see the old stomping grounds and what has changed. Looking at the maps I hardly recognize it!
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tahitijack
Joined: Nov 03, 2006
Posts: 693
San Clemente, CA
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Posted on Jul 19 2024 05:19 PM
rfcii
The best places for food and beverages nearby is on 2nd Street in Belmont Shore. Been that way for decades.
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