Search - Ventures :: Walk Don't Run

In The Humble Beginings Of Surf

los_bomboras | San Antonio, TX United States | 08/02/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Although it is not entirely The Ventures who began surf music, they did add so much to its popularity. Originally formed by Don Wilson, Bob Bogle, Nokie Edwards, and Howie Johnston. Howie Johnston left the group and was replaced by Mel Taylor to be the drummer. In this album comes a detailed report on the history of The Ventures, so i won't go into great detail about them. The songs chosen to be in this album are great examples of real Ventures' classics. By starting with their first 'Big' hit, Walk-Don't Run, this album puts the songs in the order they were originally released. Playing one great track after the other, this album shows how The Ventures played and adapted with the times they released these songs. Although they all have the Ventures' feel to it, even though they were made to comply with the tastes of the time. This 'Greatest Hits' album by The Ventures is truely 'The Best of the Ventures', when put in perspective. The better tracks on this album, which is hard to decide, are Walk-Don't Run, Lullaby of the Leaves, Spudnik, and Journey to the Stars. Although other people might like other tracks better then these listed, that is for them to decide. This album is for those who want to seek out the roots of traditional surf instrumental music."

Surf Legends

Mike Sambuco | North Pole, Alaska | 11/08/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I believe this to be a great album from one of the great, enduring surf bands. I played it over and over and over for months. Lots of great cuts, many very familiar tunes, done by many bands over the years....lots of classics. Well worth the investment, a great addition to anyone's music library. A must have for anyone seriously into surf instrumentals."