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The Brainwashers are an American instrumental and modern surf rock band. They are best known in the underground surf revival scene for their reverb-drenched guitar tracks and their 1997 album, Be Careful With That Surfboard.
"Benzodiaspan" by The Brainwashers is an upbeat, twangy instrumental track featured in the modern instrumental, surf rock, and lounge music scenes.
The Brainwashers – Benzodiaspan (1997)
"Benzodiaspan" by The Brainwashers is an upbeat, twangy instrumental track featured in the modern instrumental, surf rock, and lounge music scenes.
The Brainwashers – Benzodiaspan (1997)
"Cylinders" is a pulsating, instrumental surf rock track by The Break. The song features a driving rhythm, eerie guitar melodies, and a modern edge, serving as a homage to classic 1960s beach vibes while delivering a heavier, deeper, and more sinister undertone.
The Break is a highly acclaimed Australian supergroup that formed with a distinct nod to the surf pub culture of Sydney's northern beaches. They bypass traditional vocals to let their dynamic instrumentation shine.
The Break – Cylinders (2012)
The Break is a highly acclaimed Australian supergroup that formed with a distinct nod to the surf pub culture of Sydney's northern beaches. They bypass traditional vocals to let their dynamic instrumentation shine.
- Rob Hirst – Drums (Midnight Oil)
- Brian Ritchie – Bass (Violent Femmes)
- Jim Moginie – Guitar and Theremin (Midnight Oil)
- Martin Rotsey – Guitar (Midnight Oil)
- Jack Howard – Trumpet (Hunters & Collectors)
The Break – Cylinders (2012)
West Samoa Surfer League is a German reverb-drenched instrumental and surf-noir band founded in Ulm in 2012. Known for their classic twangy guitar sounds reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino soundtracks, the band has released several records, including the notable Surf Noir EP.
West Samoa Surfer League – Point Zero (2017)
West Samoa Surfer League – Point Zero (2017)
The Bradipos IV is an acclaimed Italian instrumental surf rock band formed in Caserta in 1996. Known for their drippy guitar melodies and vintage 1960s sound, they are one of the few European surf acts to tour extensively in California and internationally.
The Bradipos IV – A Heartful of Nothing (2018)
The Bradipos IV – A Heartful of Nothing (2018)
Brand-new release. I just got this vinyl LP a couple days ago...
Officially arriving July 1, 2026, the album has already generated significant buzz thanks to early June previews and reviews. It’s a project that feels both reverent to the genre’s roots and boldly experimental, expanding what modern surf music can be.
Thee Leviathans have crafted a sonic world that sits somewhere between:
Thee Leviathans – Little Green Men (2026)
A Bold New Frontier in Modern Surf Instrumental Music
Surf music has always thrived on atmosphere — the shimmer of reverb, the pulse of rolling drums, the sense of motion and mystery. With Enter the Dusky Realm, Thee Leviathans push that atmosphere into uncharted territory, blending classic surf guitar with cosmic textures and cinematic storytelling. The result is one of the most distinctive surf‑instrumental releases of 2026.Officially arriving July 1, 2026, the album has already generated significant buzz thanks to early June previews and reviews. It’s a project that feels both reverent to the genre’s roots and boldly experimental, expanding what modern surf music can be.
Thee Leviathans have crafted a sonic world that sits somewhere between:
- 1960s surf guitar
- space‑age bachelor‑pad exotica
- spaghetti‑western drama
- retro sci‑fi soundtrack music
- shimmering, reverb‑soaked lead guitar
- atmospheric synths
- tribal and exotica‑inspired percussion
- moody, cinematic arrangements
Thee Leviathans – Little Green Men (2026)
"Double O' Seven" is an instrumental rock and surf track by the Indonesian band Kugiran D'Tepi Pantai. Released on July 28, 2003, it is featured on the album All The Beach Bum Secret Agent's Theme Songs, and pays homage to retro 1960s spy and surf music.
Kugiran D'Tepi Pantai - Double O' Seven (2003)
Kugiran D'Tepi Pantai - Double O' Seven (2003)
The Terrorsurfs are a Birmingham, UK-based instrumental surf-punk band. Originally formed under the name The Terrorsaurs, the duo of El Guapo and T.T. mutated into the current project, adding a rhythm section and building a savage, guitar-driven sound that blends classic twang with garage rock and spaghetti-western aesthetics.
"The Spy Who Surfed Me" is an energetic instrumental surf rock track released on their November 2016 album Zomboid Surf Attack, the song is known for its mutant surf-spy intrigue and classic dripping reverb.
The Terrorsurfs - The Spy Who Surfed Me (2016)
"The Spy Who Surfed Me" is an energetic instrumental surf rock track released on their November 2016 album Zomboid Surf Attack, the song is known for its mutant surf-spy intrigue and classic dripping reverb.
The Terrorsurfs - The Spy Who Surfed Me (2016)
The Blue Stingrays were a late 1990s rock band that played surf rock, incorporating some country and western elements, with an overall Hawaiian atmosphere.
The band was composed of the members of The Heartbreakers, Tom Petty's band. During a short break from their work with Petty they recorded one album, Surf-n-Burn, which included a cover of the theme song "Goldfinger" from the James Bond film of the same name. Released by Epitone Records, the album's liner notes include a faux history of The Blue Stingrays as if they were a legendary instrumental band founded in the late 1950s whose original albums were lost for decades due to the band members desire for anonymity. It was a reunion of sorts, with founding bassist Ron Blair playing with Heartbreakers members for the first time in 15 years, and Randall Marsh drumming, who was in a previous incarnation of the Heartbreakers called Mudcrutch.
Personnel
Though not credited in the CD booklet, the musicians were:
Albums:
Surf-n-Burn LP (by Epitone/Epitaph) 1997
The band was composed of the members of The Heartbreakers, Tom Petty's band. During a short break from their work with Petty they recorded one album, Surf-n-Burn, which included a cover of the theme song "Goldfinger" from the James Bond film of the same name. Released by Epitone Records, the album's liner notes include a faux history of The Blue Stingrays as if they were a legendary instrumental band founded in the late 1950s whose original albums were lost for decades due to the band members desire for anonymity. It was a reunion of sorts, with founding bassist Ron Blair playing with Heartbreakers members for the first time in 15 years, and Randall Marsh drumming, who was in a previous incarnation of the Heartbreakers called Mudcrutch.
Personnel
Though not credited in the CD booklet, the musicians were:
- Mike Campbell, guitar
- Ron Blair, bass guitar
- Randall Marsh, drums
Albums:
Surf-n-Burn LP (by Epitone/Epitaph) 1997
Blue Stingrays- Goldfinger (1997)
Blue Stingrays- Echo Park (1997)
Blue Stingrays- Brave New World (1997)
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"Grits and Eggs" is a surf rock instrumental single released by Blue Stingrays on August 2, 2021, through Epitaph Records. The track was originally recorded during the late 1990s sessions for the band’s highly praised cult album Surf-N-Burn but remained unreleased for decades until its digital debut in 2021 and subsequent 7" vinyl pressing for Record Store Day.
Blue Stingrays - Grits and Eggs (2021)
Blue Stingrays - Grits and Eggs (2021)
Spaceguards is an instrumental "indie" surf punk band based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Known for their high-energy, guitar-driven sound, they released their debut album Multivision. With their unique and exciting blend of surf, indie music and punkrock, Amsterdam based Spaceguards are off on their journey into the unknown…
Playing gigs all over The Netherlands, including supports for surf legends like Dick Dale, The Trashmen and The Phantom Four, Spaceguards rapidly built quite a reputation. Various comparisons were made, from Dick Dale to Pixies and even Arctic Monkeys. Spaceguards offer the world gigantic waves of sound, surf oriented rock with a twist. Loud instrumental beauty!
Spaceguards - Strangelove (2012)
Playing gigs all over The Netherlands, including supports for surf legends like Dick Dale, The Trashmen and The Phantom Four, Spaceguards rapidly built quite a reputation. Various comparisons were made, from Dick Dale to Pixies and even Arctic Monkeys. Spaceguards offer the world gigantic waves of sound, surf oriented rock with a twist. Loud instrumental beauty!
Spaceguards - Strangelove (2012)
The Jetaway Sounds of the Boss Martians (Old photo alert).
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Daikaiju is an American surf punk band formed in Huntsville, Alabama, in 1999. It is characterized by the kabuki masks worn by its members and their anonymity. The band tours with varying lineups usually consisting of two guitarists, a bassist, and a drummer.
The Boss Martians - MOVE!
Based in Ghent, Belgium, The Akulas are a beloved staple of the European and international surf-rock scene. They combine sun-bleached California surf sensibilities with a vintage, European instrumental beat sound.
"Man of Mystery" by The Akulas is a high-energy, reverb-soaked instrumental cover of the 1960 classic by The Shadows. Infused with their signature "surf-adelic" twist, the band blends classic twangy guitars with a retro, driving organ.
The Akulas - Man Of Mystery (2017)
"Man of Mystery" by The Akulas is a high-energy, reverb-soaked instrumental cover of the 1960 classic by The Shadows. Infused with their signature "surf-adelic" twist, the band blends classic twangy guitars with a retro, driving organ.
The Akulas - Man Of Mystery (2017)
The Phoenix-based band The Apaches, released "Don Quixote" on April 18, 2017. Continuing the band's exploration of classic 1960s instrumental sounds, the record channels the style of pioneers like Dick Dale, Link Wray, and The Ventures.
The Apaches- Don Quixote (2017)
The Apaches- Don Quixote (2017)
grillebilly
Empty Head
These guys are from Greece, garage/surf and some of their songs have lyrics. This one has been on my wantlist for a long time but finally snagged a copy, ordered it last September. 300 pressed. They have a new album, their second, came out a few days ago.
That's one I don't have.
Agent Octopus is an indie instrumental surf band based out of Orlando, Florida. Known for their melodic, reverb-drenched sound, they break traditional genre boundaries by incorporating European and Slavic folk structures. Their music features everything from driving surf guitars to cellos, cowbells, and Farfisa organs.
The band consists of experienced musicians who have roots along the Eastern Seaboard:
Agent Octopus - Black Sea Reef (2023)
The band consists of experienced musicians who have roots along the Eastern Seaboard:
- Art Svrjcek (aka Surfcat): Lead guitarist, former member of Reverb Galaxy, and the band's avant-garde songwriter who often pays homage to his Czech/Slavic heritage.
- Jim Colby (aka Viktor Martini): Alternates between guitar and bass, bringing a laid-back Florida style and previous experience with Jim and the Seadragons.
- Lew Bobbit (aka Von Cleavage): The band's versatile drummer, drawing from years of gigging in clubs across the Eastern Seaboard and the Atom Bumz.
Agent Octopus - Black Sea Reef (2023)
Here you go Jimi Floyd. Something from the dark side of the purple haze....
Daikaiju - Attack of the Crab Women (2005)
Daikaiju - Attack of the Crab Women (2005)