Another Smash!!!
The Ventures · 1961
27 min · 12 tracks · instrumental rock · surf music
Dynamic instrumental rock grooves intertwine with surf melodies, creating a vibrant soundscape of the early '60s.
Why this album works
'Another Smash!!!' further established The Ventures as pioneers of instrumental rock and surf music, reaching No. 8 on the Billboard albums chart. Its commercial success and distinctive sound helped to influence countless musicians in the surf genre and beyond.
- Best for
- quick bursts of vibrant energy for upbeat gatherings ideal for nostalgic road trips
- Context
- Released on June 26, 1961, 'Another Smash!!!' was The Ventures' third studio album, solidifying their status in the surf music genre. At this point in their career, they had already achieved significant success with earlier albums like 'Walk, Don't Run,' and were riding the wave of popularity that characterized early '60s rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Santo & Johnny· Dick Dale· Angel Vivaldi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Ghost) Riders in the Sky Standout 2:31
- 2 Wheels Standout 1:57
- 3 Lonely Heart 2:12
- 4 Bulldog 2:25
- 5 Lullaby of the Leaves Standout 2:00
- 6 Beyond the Reef 3:03
- 7 Raw-Hide 2:31
- 8 Meet Mr. Callahan 2:24
- 9 Trambone 2:02
- 10 Last Date 2:15
- 11 Ginchy 1:44
- 12 Josie 2:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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