Last year's convention was nothing less than a success! Individuals from all over the U.S. and Southern California joined to share a love for an instrumental brand of music inspired by surf, sand, sun, and the reverb tank! Vendors, musicians, and attendees spent hours listening and playing the music that marked its place in history as "surf music."
Due to the overwhelming response to year one, Jeff "bigtikidude" Hanson has collaborated with some amazing musicians and historians to bring you the second annual Surf Guitar 101 Convention. This year features incredible bands and an array of vendors:
John Blair:
Meet John Blair! John brings his fourth edition of The Illustrated Discography of Surf Music, 1961-1965, complete with forward by Dick Dale and color photos
Domenic Priore:
Domenic Priore is the co-author of Pop Surf Culture - Music, Design, Film, and Fashion from the Bohemian Surf Boom. He will be present with copies of the book for sale.
Pounding Surf DVD:
Bob Colwell (Dave Myers and the Surf-tones), Matt Quilter (Reventlos), and Paul Johnson (Belairs) will be present as representing contributors to Pounding Surf! A Drummers Guide to Surf Music. The DVD is a project dedicated to art of surf drumming. It's a two part masterpiece that includes a documentary, A Drummer's Guide to Surf Music, and a tutorial, The Art of Surf Drumming. This DVD is perfect for musicians and fans alike!
Jonpaul Balak:
As bass player of Tikiyaki Orchestra, Jonpaul is also the photo editor for Tiki Magazine . He will have current issues of the magazine available for sale.
Lee Joseph:
Lee Joseph is not just a publicist for the Visual Arts, he is the owner of the Dionysus Record Empire since 1984! Lee joins the convention once again with his merchandise. Be sure to check the site for weekly updates!
NEW POSTED!! Our rock and roll weekender will be July 16, 17 and 18th 2010! The 16th and 17th will take place at the Warsaw in Williamsburg Brooklyn, the 18th will be at another venue that will be announced shortly.
We have killer bands and wild top DJs coming to play from world wide. The space can fit up to 1000 people with lots of room for a wild and crazy dance party!
This will be the first rockabilly, rock and roll weekender ever in NYC. You don’t want to miss it!
We can’t wait for next summer!! Let’s dance!!
AND OUR EVERY FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT OF MONTH @ WARSAW
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Come out and help us back up the Late Chuy Colin by helping us raise some cash for his headstone and helping out Ozzie Orozco with legal fees by showing up at our benefit gig! Mark your calendars! August 29th, from Noon til 8pm
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