Calling Up Spirits
Dick Dale · 1996
53 min · 13 tracks · rock & roll · instrumental rock · surf music
A vibrant fusion of surf rock and experimental sounds that showcases Dick Dale's unmatched guitar prowess.
Calling Up Spirits is an album by Dick Dale, released in 1996. A vibrant fusion of surf rock and experimental sounds that showcases Dick Dale's unmatched guitar prowess. The album received positive reviews for its adventurous blend of styles, re-establishing Dale as a significant force in instrumental rock. It also contributed to the resurgence of interest in surf music during the 1990s, influencing a new generation of musicians while earning praise from critics for its bold experimentation and guitar work. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Calling Up Spirits sound like?
A vibrant fusion of surf rock and experimental sounds that showcases Dick Dale's unmatched guitar prowess. Rooted in rock & roll and instrumental rock.
What makes Calling Up Spirits by Dick Dale notable?
The album received positive reviews for its adventurous blend of styles, re-establishing Dale as a significant force in instrumental rock. It also contributed to the resurgence of interest in surf music during the 1990s, influencing a new generation of musicians while earning praise from critics for its bold experimentation and guitar work. By the time 'Calling Up Spirits' was released in 1996, Dick Dale was an established figure in instrumental rock, having pioneered surf music in the 1960s. This album marked a return to recording after a significant hiatus, following his previous work in the late 1980s. It highlighted his ongoing influence and ability to innovate within the genre despite changing musical landscapes.
How many songs are on Calling Up Spirits?
Calling Up Spirits has 13 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Nitrus 3:29
- 2 The Wedge Paradiso 2:37
- 3 The Pit 2:38
- 4 Fever Standout 4:46
- 5 Doom Box 3:04
- 6 Catamount 3:05
- 7 Window 4:23
- 8 Calling Up Spirits Standout 3:50
- 9 Temple of Gizeh Standout 6:16
- 10 Bandito 5:32
- 11 Third Stone From the Sun 6:32
- 12 Peppermint Man 4:11
- 13 Gypsy Fire 3:14
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
53 min 40 sec
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