Walk, Don't Run, Vol. 2 cover

Released 62 years ago this August

Walk, Don't Run, Vol. 2

The Ventures · 1964

28 min · 12 tracks · instrumental rock · surf music

A vibrant collection of surf rock instrumentals that blend catchy melodies with rhythmic guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • vibrant background for gatherings
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • short bursts of energy
  • for sunny days

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek deep lyrical content

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 1, 1964, 'Walk, Don't Run, Vol. 2' followed The Ventures' breakthrough album 'Walk, Don’t Run' from 1960. At this point, The Ventures had solidified their position as pioneers in the surf rock genre and were enjoying commercial success. This album showcases their ability to innovate within instrumental rock while maintaining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Dick Dale· The Shadows· The Surfaris

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The House of the Rising Sun 2:55
  • 2 Diamond Head 2:02
  • 3 Night Train 2:50
  • 4 Peach Fuzz 2:21
  • 5 Rap City 2:02
  • 6 Blue Star 2:13
  • 7 Walk, Don’t Run ’64 2:22
  • 8 Night Walk 2:33
  • 9 One Mint Julep 2:14
  • 10 Pedal Pusher 2:27
  • 11 The Creeper 2:20
  • 12 Stranger on the Shore 2:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata