invisiblesurfers
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS
REVIEW FROM SIMON LEWIS WWW.TERRASCOPE.CO.UK
Greece is perhaps not the first place you would
associate with instrumental garage surf punk but the
invisible surfers aim to change that with their
collection of high-energy stompers. Played with
confidence and precision each song is a perfectly
formed tribute to the twangy guitar sounds of Dick
Dale, and the sun, surf and easy living mystique of
mid-sixties California. With a tight rhythm section
anchoring the tunes, the guitar is allowed to roam
freely creating an effective and original whole.
Special mention must go to the amazing version of
Runaway which is fantastic and is guaranteed to make
you move.(Andreas Zorbas higher_ups@yahoo.gr )
THE REVIEW FROM WWW.DEVOSHENROLL.FR.TC
It is in 1996, in Athens, after the Split of their
former(ancient)
group "
the blue jeans " that Alex Berekos (guitar), Johnny
Ted ( basses) and
Giorgos Fokas ( battery(Fokas ( drum kit)) decide to
go(take) up the
Punk
combo surfing INVISIBLE SURFERS. (Much more Surfing
which Punk I find)
In 1997, they take(bring) out a mini cd of 7 minutes "
it won t last
forever
" with some present bases in albums as well as a piece
more rock 'n'
roll!!
They then turned(shot) during some time(weather) with
groups such "Dead
Moon"; "Cramps";
Then it is only 5 years later, in 2002, that they
take(bring) out
finally
their album " dogs killa cat " in association with
Hith-Hyke Record!!
This
album is totally instrumental, indeed surfing and
quite nevertheless
they
say themselves " garage punk surfing with some sound
effects of the
other
planets " but me A demo also went out in 2004
In brief a good group Surfing, rather basic(basal),
but with well
mastered
fragments, we see that they have some
experience(experiment) in the
domain.
It is a pity there is vocal or no faster songs!!
THE LANCE MONTHLY REVIEW APRIL 2005
the Invisible Surfers "Dogs Killa Cat" (Hitch-Hyke
Records)Te
They have the grooves down pat, but still operate in
a realm of their own.
For a few years now, The Invisible Surfers have been
thrilling crowds with the kind of surf rock
instrumentals that never grow old. And in view of
their first album, "Dogs Killa Cat," they bring their
live expertise right into the studio. Generated by raw
and uninhibited energy, the Athens, Greece band sports
a sound that is loose, flexible and visceral.
Dazzling all the way through, "Dogs Killa Cat" swerves
and curves with interesting motions. Toxic yet catchy
tones pierce cuts such as "Poison Pussy,"
"Machination" and "The Hunter." Stuttering guitar
riffs, complemented by chugging bass work and stirring
drums are what The Invisible Surfers peddle. One can
imagine the band's instrumentals spinning in the
background of a grainy black-and-white monster flick
from days gone by. Every single track on "Dogs Killa
Cat" exposes how sincerely devoted The Invisible
Surfers are to the style of music they perform. They
have the grooves down pat, but still operate
in a realm of their own. h
PIPELINE MAGAZINE [ REVIEW DEMO INVISIBLE SURFERS]
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS HAIL FROM ATHENS,CREECE WHERE
THEY FORMED IN 1996 FOLLOWING THE DISSOLUTION OF THE
BLUE GEANS.IN 1997 THEY RELEASED THEIR FIRST SINGLE
WITH THREE UPHAET INSTUMENTAL TRACKS.IN 2002 THEY
RELAESED THEIR FIRST ALBUM,DOGS KILLA CAT ON
HITCH-HYKE RECORDS,WHICHDREW MUSICAL ELEMENTS FROM
TRADITIONAL GREEK STYLE,SCI-FI,SPAGHETTI AND
GARAGE.THEY NOW HAVE A 13 TRACK DEMO READY FOR THEIR
NEXT ALBUM WHICH THEY ARE LOOKING TO PLACE WITH A
LABEL OUTSIDE OF THEIR HOMELAND. STRONG GUITAR
THREE-PIECE VERSIONS OF DUCKPOIND [AS SURFIN'LAKE]
RUNAWAY
THE WEDGE AND SQUAUD CAR [AS THUNDER RIDE]ARE JOINED
BY NINE UPTEMPO ORIGINALS WITH INFLUENCES FROM
DUANE EDDY THROUGH TO PUNK.
[ CONTACT ANDREAS ZORBAS HIGHER_UPS@YAHOO.GR]
ALAN TAYLOR PIPELINE MAGAZINE
review from void&action japan
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS / DOGS KILLA CAT / CD /
HITCH-HYKE (2002)
ήηΝAMVΝAelΜT[tEpNECXgEohB»Μpπ©ΉΘʼgζθB1996NΙ¬΅ANΙVOπo΅½ΖΝʼ¦A2002NΙζⱬ¯½t@[XgEAo±ΜCDBήηΜoCIOtB[ΙζκΞAMVΕΝΘ©Θ©κ½η΅ʼB»ΜΜΝΖΰ©Aξ{ΙΐΕADΆIΘtπθIn³ΉΔʼιΖ±λΘΗΝAm©Ιξρί½ΜAJβϊ{ΜohΙΝΰΝβ^ΜoΘʼv~eBΕpζcΘ£ΝΖΘΑΔlηΜ¨ΙcιΙαʼΘʼBJ@[ΜXg[gΘIπΰ
άθΙfp·¬ιA»κΰήηΜOgΜohΌu[W[YΖΘκΞAΰΆεΰΎ¦ΘʼΎλB/
²ʽl Masato Sato
THE REVIEW IS FROM SAVAGE MAGAZINE
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS
Dogs Killa Cat CD
Greek surf.. New surf done the tradidional way is not
really my cup of tea. There are a few bands out there
that do it okay but I dont go out buying surf records
anymore. That was ten years ago (about).. This is
pretty heavy surf and for hardcore surf fans only.
(Thomas)
No label
www.garage rock radio.com review
The Invisible Surfers from Greece are a cool surf
instrumental band. Their recent effort, "Dogs Killa
Cat" features 14 authentic 60s-tinged guitar surf
tunes. Production is very good and there is much good
guitarwork. Tempos range from psyche-trippy to
standard 60s surf pop to speed metal (track 9 borrows
from Motorhead's "Ace of Spades"). Surf and Garage are
first cousins in the Rock family. If you like surf,
check out the great guitarwork on this CD! For more
info on this band, please write to Andreas Zorbas.
REWIEW FROM THE www.digginfordirt.com
The Invisible Surfers - Dogs Killa Cat/Demo
Written by Paul4dirt
Tuesday, 08 February 2005
Two cdr-discs by a Greek surf band. The Dogs Killa Cat
one being by far the best of the two. The demo has
more predictable songs on it and the dogs killa cat cd
has some great swingin' songs like nr. 5 'Restlesness'
and nr. 9 'The Hunter'. If you're a fan of surf music
be sure to check this here band out. I mean, it's not
VERY often the Greeks bring us some decent surfin
music, or is it?
review from bob ignizio WWW.UTTERTRASH.NET
The Invisible Surfers Demo (currently unreleased)
Although the post-Pulp Fiction boom in surf music
has largely died down, theres still a few bands out
there playing the style. Hailing from Athens, Greece,
The Invisible Surfers are one such band. Theyve
definitely got the chops, and if you like a purist
approach to this style, you cant do much better.
This is pretty much the classic Dick Dale/Ventures
sound with a bit of garage rock grit and intensity.
Unfortunately, theres not much to differentiate this
band from a hundred others doing the same thing.
Without a distinctive sound, that leaves only the
tunes themselves to set this band apart. While
theres no bad tracks on this demo, theres no
Miserlou or Walk, Dont Run, either. The
instrumental version of Del Shannons Runaway is the
only thing that even comes close. Its enjoyable
background music, but doesnt really stick with me.
(Bob Ignizio)
TSUNAMI SOUL
Hi Andreas,
I got the cds on Saturday and I like them a lot! I
wanted to wait until
I had listened to them a few times before sending you
my comments. I
think that these demos are all really good.
"Cobra Snake Neck Tie" is a good example of the
Invisible Surfers'
great rhythm. This song also has some cool changes.
"Burned Brain" displays
the adventurous guitar that is in all of these songs.
"Eyes Like The
Deep Blue Sea," which is another great song that I've
been enjoying,
shows that the Invisible Surfers have reverance for
the more "traditional"
style of instrumentals, like those of Duane Eddy and
Link Wray. Still,
this song is as unique as all of the Invisible
Surfers' songs! "O.D.
From Love" is another song with a strong and solid
rhythm. A very cool
song. I think that the fast, foot-tapping melody in
"Stabs 'N' Hugs" is
excellent and "Total Satisfied" is also very exciting.
I like this song
a lot. "Hellfire Whips" has a great melody line. The
Invisible Surfers
do a nice job on this song. The last "Untitled" song
is another
foot-stomping song. I really like the fast guitar
picking in this song. This
song deserves a title!
All of the Invisible Surfers' original demo songs on
this CD are very
good. They incorporate dynamic changes and they are
all very
adventurous. The covers ("Surfin' Lake," "Runaway,"
"The Wedge," and "Thunder
Ride") are also done well. I especially like the great
chords and excellent
guitar playing in "Runaway" and "The Wedge."
Thanks also for sending me a copy of "Dogs Killa Cat."
These songs are
all amazing! What a great CD. I'll be playing the
Invisible Surfers'
songs on my Tsunami Soul radio show and helping to
spread the word about
this great band. I know that my show's listeners will
appreciate the
Invisible Surfers as much as I do.
Thanks again, Andreas. I hope to hear lots of good
things about (and
from!) the Invisible Surfers.
All the best,
Tom
Tsunami Soul
WOBC 91.5 FM
wobc.org (Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m. EST)
www.oberlin.edu/staff/thinders/
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS - "TOO MANY TALK"
What can a surf-/trash fan expect in times where
instant, electronic chartmusic is nummero uno ?!? No
idea ?
There could only one possible answer...raw, powerful
surf instrumentals for sure !
"No one plays it !" some would yell. But hey, wait a
minute and take a sharp look at the horizon. Can`t you
feel that strong choppy instrumental breaze, coming up
from the golden coast of greece ?
That are the sounds of "THE INVISIBLE SURFERS"
considered to be some of the wild! est rock`n`roll
instrumentals played in the new millenium ! The
formula for the "Surfers" style seems to be simple...a
fast played and rough soundin surf guitar, a bone dry
rhythm section and the seventh sense for an earcatchin
melody. But only Alex, Johnny and Giorgos can mix
these ingredients the right way. The results are
always top notch instrumentals ala "INVISIBLE
SURFERS". A good example for the SURFERS recipe is
that nifty tune called "Too many talk". It`s a
statement for the high art of entertaining rock`n`roll
instrumentals and better...it`s not just an appetizer,
it`s an beef tea for every one who`s addicted to the
power of cool instro tunes nowadays !
So, don`t waste your time listening to all that chart
music crap, better move over to the Surfers sound,
okay ? okay !
JAMAS !
-- > get 100 % cheap o instromania !
Welcome to HangNine - the Instrumental, Surf and
Garage WebZine
From now on, the main page at HangNine will feature
recent reviews and anything else current that takes
our fancy. Reviews will eventually be added to our
extensive archive.
First, though, a short explanation of our new rating
system:
AFBOM - A guitarist friend, frequently asked, "What
did you think of the band?" felt it best to avoid
answers of the, "Not much, to be honest," variety and
always picked on something positive to say. This might
have been, "Great chorus to the last song," "Loved the
guitar sound in that first number," or even, "The
drummer's trousers are really cool." Favourite of the
lot, though, was, "Fine bunch of musicians," which
became something of a catchphrase round our way.
NBAA - Not bad at all.
PDG - Pretty damned good.
AB - Absolutely brilliant.
AFB - Better even than absolutely brilliant.
The Invisible Surfers
Who are they? Surf-punk instrumental band from Athens,
in sunny Greece. The Invisible Surfers speicalise in a
highly effective, high-octane brand of rocking
instrumental surf. This untitled demo features some 28
numbers spread over two cdr's (rather attractive, 7
inch single style cdr's, by the way); a blend of
originals and covers, including some which you might
expect to find played by a band of this ilk (Rumble,
The Wedge, Jack The Ripper) and some which you might
not (Swan Lake and Del Shannon's Runaway).
Unfortunately, it's not possible to name any of the
originals featured here, since there is no track
listing.
What's good? The playing, which is really lively on
all numbers. The whole demo has a pretty much live
feel and, if this is anything to go by, you can be
damn sure that The Invisible Surfers are a great live
act. Maybe they'll make it to the UK for HangNine to
check out.
Great choice of tunes to cover.
Some very good original tunes too.
What's bad? 28 numbers spread over around 95 minutes
is quite a lot of material to include in a demo!
Some numbers feature digital glitches and dropouts,
while one is unplayable, due to really unpleasant
digital distortion. This is obviously a potential
problem with self-manufactured cdr's; you really do
have to check them, which can be a real drag.
No track listing.
HangNine Rating: PDG - you can email manager Andreas
for further details
review from roctomber fanzine;
Invisible Surfers ( Unlike most
boring, clichΓ© surf music, this band stands out because , while
staying
true to the beach, they also draw from indie rock, jazz and ethnic folk
music. Of course, the latter may not be a stretch, they say Dick
Daleβs
Middle-Eastern roots helped contribute to the sounds of early surf.
These Invisibles may not be much to see, but they are really something
to hear
review from rock&roll prugatory
Invisible Surfers
2 CD-Rs
Higher_ups@yahoo.gr
I am not sure what the two CD-Rs I received by this Greek band represent. I think some of it is off past releases, and some is not-yet-released material. At any rate, it is pretty decent instrumental surf music worthy of mention. The recordings range in quality, and a couple songs had major glitches. Im guessing a lot of these songs are originals, while the covers that I recognized ranged from predictable (but enjoyable), to somewhat less expected. The execution is quite good, and the moods range from heavy and dark to bright and breezy. While they dont quite stand apart from the pack, they are certainly towards the front. Ill be interested to see where they go from here. BL
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS
REVIEW FROM SIMON LEWIS WWW.TERRASCOPE.CO.UK
Greece is perhaps not the first place you would
associate with instrumental garage surf punk but the
invisible surfers aim to change that with their
collection of high-energy stompers. Played with
confidence and precision each song is a perfectly
formed tribute to the twangy guitar sounds of Dick
Dale, and the sun, surf and easy living mystique of
mid-sixties California. With a tight rhythm section
anchoring the tunes, the guitar is allowed to roam
freely creating an effective and original whole.
Special mention must go to the amazing version of
Runaway which is fantastic and is guaranteed to make
you move.(Andreas Zorbas higher_ups@yahoo.gr )
THE REVIEW FROM WWW.DEVOSHENROLL.FR.TC
It is in 1996, in Athens, after the Split of their
former(ancient)
group "
the blue jeans " that Alex Berekos (guitar), Johnny
Ted ( basses) and
Giorgos Fokas ( battery(Fokas ( drum kit)) decide to
go(take) up the
Punk
combo surfing INVISIBLE SURFERS. (Much more Surfing
which Punk I find)
In 1997, they take(bring) out a mini cd of 7 minutes "
it won t last
forever
" with some present bases in albums as well as a piece
more rock 'n'
roll!!
They then turned(shot) during some time(weather) with
groups such "Dead
Moon"; "Cramps";
Then it is only 5 years later, in 2002, that they
take(bring) out
finally
their album " dogs killa cat " in association with
Hith-Hyke Record!!
This
album is totally instrumental, indeed surfing and
quite nevertheless
they
say themselves " garage punk surfing with some sound
effects of the
other
planets " but me A demo also went out in 2004
In brief a good group Surfing, rather basic(basal),
but with well
mastered
fragments, we see that they have some
experience(experiment) in the
domain.
It is a pity there is vocal or no faster songs!!
THE LANCE MONTHLY REVIEW APRIL 2005
the Invisible Surfers "Dogs Killa Cat" (Hitch-Hyke
Records)Te
They have the grooves down pat, but still operate in
a realm of their own.
For a few years now, The Invisible Surfers have been
thrilling crowds with the kind of surf rock
instrumentals that never grow old. And in view of
their first album, "Dogs Killa Cat," they bring their
live expertise right into the studio. Generated by raw
and uninhibited energy, the Athens, Greece band sports
a sound that is loose, flexible and visceral.
Dazzling all the way through, "Dogs Killa Cat" swerves
and curves with interesting motions. Toxic yet catchy
tones pierce cuts such as "Poison Pussy,"
"Machination" and "The Hunter." Stuttering guitar
riffs, complemented by chugging bass work and stirring
drums are what The Invisible Surfers peddle. One can
imagine the band's instrumentals spinning in the
background of a grainy black-and-white monster flick
from days gone by. Every single track on "Dogs Killa
Cat" exposes how sincerely devoted The Invisible
Surfers are to the style of music they perform. They
have the grooves down pat, but still operate
in a realm of their own. h
PIPELINE MAGAZINE [ REVIEW DEMO INVISIBLE SURFERS]
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS HAIL FROM ATHENS,CREECE WHERE
THEY FORMED IN 1996 FOLLOWING THE DISSOLUTION OF THE
BLUE GEANS.IN 1997 THEY RELEASED THEIR FIRST SINGLE
WITH THREE UPHAET INSTUMENTAL TRACKS.IN 2002 THEY
RELAESED THEIR FIRST ALBUM,DOGS KILLA CAT ON
HITCH-HYKE RECORDS,WHICHDREW MUSICAL ELEMENTS FROM
TRADITIONAL GREEK STYLE,SCI-FI,SPAGHETTI AND
GARAGE.THEY NOW HAVE A 13 TRACK DEMO READY FOR THEIR
NEXT ALBUM WHICH THEY ARE LOOKING TO PLACE WITH A
LABEL OUTSIDE OF THEIR HOMELAND. STRONG GUITAR
THREE-PIECE VERSIONS OF DUCKPOIND [AS SURFIN'LAKE]
RUNAWAY
THE WEDGE AND SQUAUD CAR [AS THUNDER RIDE]ARE JOINED
BY NINE UPTEMPO ORIGINALS WITH INFLUENCES FROM
DUANE EDDY THROUGH TO PUNK.
[ CONTACT ANDREAS ZORBAS HIGHER_UPS@YAHOO.GR]
ALAN TAYLOR PIPELINE MAGAZINE
review from void&action japan
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS / DOGS KILLA CAT / CD /
HITCH-HYKE (2002)
ήηΝAMVΝAelΜT[tEpNECXgEohB»Μpπ©ΉΘʼgζθB1996NΙ¬΅ANΙVOπo΅½ΖΝʼ¦A2002NΙζⱬ¯½t@[XgEAo±ΜCDBήηΜoCIOtB[ΙζκΞAMVΕΝΘ©Θ©κ½η΅ʼB»ΜΜΝΖΰ©Aξ{ΙΐΕADΆIΘtπθIn³ΉΔʼιΖ±λΘΗΝAm©Ιξρί½ΜAJβϊ{ΜohΙΝΰΝβ^ΜoΘʼv~eBΕpζcΘ£ΝΖΘΑΔlηΜ¨ΙcιΙαʼΘʼBJ@[ΜXg[gΘIπΰ
άθΙfp·¬ιA»κΰήηΜOgΜohΌu[W[YΖΘκΞAΰΆεΰΎ¦ΘʼΎλB/
²ʽl Masato Sato
THE REVIEW IS FROM SAVAGE MAGAZINE
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS
Dogs Killa Cat CD
Greek surf.. New surf done the tradidional way is not
really my cup of tea. There are a few bands out there
that do it okay but I dont go out buying surf records
anymore. That was ten years ago (about).. This is
pretty heavy surf and for hardcore surf fans only.
(Thomas)
No label
www.garage rock radio.com review
The Invisible Surfers from Greece are a cool surf
instrumental band. Their recent effort, "Dogs Killa
Cat" features 14 authentic 60s-tinged guitar surf
tunes. Production is very good and there is much good
guitarwork. Tempos range from psyche-trippy to
standard 60s surf pop to speed metal (track 9 borrows
from Motorhead's "Ace of Spades"). Surf and Garage are
first cousins in the Rock family. If you like surf,
check out the great guitarwork on this CD! For more
info on this band, please write to Andreas Zorbas.
REWIEW FROM THE www.digginfordirt.com
The Invisible Surfers - Dogs Killa Cat/Demo
Written by Paul4dirt
Tuesday, 08 February 2005
Two cdr-discs by a Greek surf band. The Dogs Killa Cat
one being by far the best of the two. The demo has
more predictable songs on it and the dogs killa cat cd
has some great swingin' songs like nr. 5 'Restlesness'
and nr. 9 'The Hunter'. If you're a fan of surf music
be sure to check this here band out. I mean, it's not
VERY often the Greeks bring us some decent surfin
music, or is it?
review from bob ignizio WWW.UTTERTRASH.NET
The Invisible Surfers Demo (currently unreleased)
Although the post-Pulp Fiction boom in surf music
has largely died down, theres still a few bands out
there playing the style. Hailing from Athens, Greece,
The Invisible Surfers are one such band. Theyve
definitely got the chops, and if you like a purist
approach to this style, you cant do much better.
This is pretty much the classic Dick Dale/Ventures
sound with a bit of garage rock grit and intensity.
Unfortunately, theres not much to differentiate this
band from a hundred others doing the same thing.
Without a distinctive sound, that leaves only the
tunes themselves to set this band apart. While
theres no bad tracks on this demo, theres no
Miserlou or Walk, Dont Run, either. The
instrumental version of Del Shannons Runaway is the
only thing that even comes close. Its enjoyable
background music, but doesnt really stick with me.
(Bob Ignizio)
TSUNAMI SOUL
Hi Andreas,
I got the cds on Saturday and I like them a lot! I
wanted to wait until
I had listened to them a few times before sending you
my comments. I
think that these demos are all really good.
"Cobra Snake Neck Tie" is a good example of the
Invisible Surfers'
great rhythm. This song also has some cool changes.
"Burned Brain" displays
the adventurous guitar that is in all of these songs.
"Eyes Like The
Deep Blue Sea," which is another great song that I've
been enjoying,
shows that the Invisible Surfers have reverance for
the more "traditional"
style of instrumentals, like those of Duane Eddy and
Link Wray. Still,
this song is as unique as all of the Invisible
Surfers' songs! "O.D.
From Love" is another song with a strong and solid
rhythm. A very cool
song. I think that the fast, foot-tapping melody in
"Stabs 'N' Hugs" is
excellent and "Total Satisfied" is also very exciting.
I like this song
a lot. "Hellfire Whips" has a great melody line. The
Invisible Surfers
do a nice job on this song. The last "Untitled" song
is another
foot-stomping song. I really like the fast guitar
picking in this song. This
song deserves a title!
All of the Invisible Surfers' original demo songs on
this CD are very
good. They incorporate dynamic changes and they are
all very
adventurous. The covers ("Surfin' Lake," "Runaway,"
"The Wedge," and "Thunder
Ride") are also done well. I especially like the great
chords and excellent
guitar playing in "Runaway" and "The Wedge."
Thanks also for sending me a copy of "Dogs Killa Cat."
These songs are
all amazing! What a great CD. I'll be playing the
Invisible Surfers'
songs on my Tsunami Soul radio show and helping to
spread the word about
this great band. I know that my show's listeners will
appreciate the
Invisible Surfers as much as I do.
Thanks again, Andreas. I hope to hear lots of good
things about (and
from!) the Invisible Surfers.
All the best,
Tom
Tsunami Soul
WOBC 91.5 FM
wobc.org (Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m. EST)
www.oberlin.edu/staff/thinders/
THE INVISIBLE SURFERS - "TOO MANY TALK"
What can a surf-/trash fan expect in times where
instant, electronic chartmusic is nummero uno ?!? No
idea ?
There could only one possible answer...raw, powerful
surf instrumentals for sure !
"No one plays it !" some would yell. But hey, wait a
minute and take a sharp look at the horizon. Can`t you
feel that strong choppy instrumental breaze, coming up
from the golden coast of greece ?
That are the sounds of "THE INVISIBLE SURFERS"
considered to be some of the wild! est rock`n`roll
instrumentals played in the new millenium ! The
formula for the "Surfers" style seems to be simple...a
fast played and rough soundin surf guitar, a bone dry
rhythm section and the seventh sense for an earcatchin
melody. But only Alex, Johnny and Giorgos can mix
these ingredients the right way. The results are
always top notch instrumentals ala "INVISIBLE
SURFERS". A good example for the SURFERS recipe is
that nifty tune called "Too many talk". It`s a
statement for the high art of entertaining rock`n`roll
instrumentals and better...it`s not just an appetizer,
it`s an beef tea for every one who`s addicted to the
power of cool instro tunes nowadays !
So, don`t waste your time listening to all that chart
music crap, better move over to the Surfers sound,
okay ? okay !
JAMAS !
-- > get 100 % cheap o instromania !
Welcome to HangNine - the Instrumental, Surf and
Garage WebZine
From now on, the main page at HangNine will feature
recent reviews and anything else current that takes
our fancy. Reviews will eventually be added to our
extensive archive.
First, though, a short explanation of our new rating
system:
AFBOM - A guitarist friend, frequently asked, "What
did you think of the band?" felt it best to avoid
answers of the, "Not much, to be honest," variety and
always picked on something positive to say. This might
have been, "Great chorus to the last song," "Loved the
guitar sound in that first number," or even, "The
drummer's trousers are really cool." Favourite of the
lot, though, was, "Fine bunch of musicians," which
became something of a catchphrase round our way.
NBAA - Not bad at all.
PDG - Pretty damned good.
AB - Absolutely brilliant.
AFB - Better even than absolutely brilliant.
The Invisible Surfers
Who are they? Surf-punk instrumental band from Athens,
in sunny Greece. The Invisible Surfers speicalise in a
highly effective, high-octane brand of rocking
instrumental surf. This untitled demo features some 28
numbers spread over two cdr's (rather attractive, 7
inch single style cdr's, by the way); a blend of
originals and covers, including some which you might
expect to find played by a band of this ilk (Rumble,
The Wedge, Jack The Ripper) and some which you might
not (Swan Lake and Del Shannon's Runaway).
Unfortunately, it's not possible to name any of the
originals featured here, since there is no track
listing.
What's good? The playing, which is really lively on
all numbers. The whole demo has a pretty much live
feel and, if this is anything to go by, you can be
damn sure that The Invisible Surfers are a great live
act. Maybe they'll make it to the UK for HangNine to
check out.
Great choice of tunes to cover.
Some very good original tunes too.
What's bad? 28 numbers spread over around 95 minutes
is quite a lot of material to include in a demo!
Some numbers feature digital glitches and dropouts,
while one is unplayable, due to really unpleasant
digital distortion. This is obviously a potential
problem with self-manufactured cdr's; you really do
have to check them, which can be a real drag.
No track listing.
HangNine Rating: PDG - you can email manager Andreas
for further details
review from roctomber fanzine;
Invisible Surfers ( Unlike most
boring, clichΓ© surf music, this band stands out because , while
staying
true to the beach, they also draw from indie rock, jazz and ethnic folk
music. Of course, the latter may not be a stretch, they say Dick
Daleβs
Middle-Eastern roots helped contribute to the sounds of early surf.
These Invisibles may not be much to see, but they are really something
to hear
review from rock&roll prugatory
Invisible Surfers
2 CD-Rs
Higher_ups@yahoo.gr
I am not sure what the two CD-Rs I received by this Greek band represent. I think some of it is off past releases, and some is not-yet-released material. At any rate, it is pretty decent instrumental surf music worthy of mention. The recordings range in quality, and a couple songs had major glitches. Im guessing a lot of these songs are originals, while the covers that I recognized ranged from predictable (but enjoyable), to somewhat less expected. The execution is quite good, and the moods range from heavy and dark to bright and breezy. While they dont quite stand apart from the pack, they are certainly towards the front. Ill be interested to see where they go from here. BL