02. Ventures, The "Gravy (for my mashed potatoes)"
03. Ventures, The "Hernando's Hideaway"
04. Ventures, The "Mashed Potato Time"
05. Ventures, The "Summertime"
06. Ventures, The "Hot Summer (Asian Mashed)"
07. Ventures, The "Poison Ivy"
08. Ventures, The "The Wah-Watusi"
09. Ventures, The "Instant mashed"
10. Ventures, The "Scratch"
11. Ventures, The "(Baby) Hully-gully"
12. Ventures, The "Spudnik"
13. Ventures, The "Telstar"
14. Ventures, The "Calcutta"
15. Ventures, The "Apache"
16. Ventures, The "Green Onions"
17. Ventures, The "Come September (Theme)"
18. Ventures, The "Venus"
19. Ventures, The "The Intruder"
20. Ventures, The "Lolita Ya-Ya"
21. Ventures, The "Driving Guitars (Ventures' Twist)"
22. Ventures, The "Gringo"
23. Ventures, The "Besame Mucho"
24. Ventures, The "Silver City"
25. Ventures, The "Blue Moon"
26. Ventures, The "Perfidia ("ANOTHER SMASH!!!")"
27. Ventures, The "Ginchy"
28. Ventures, The "Home"
29. Ventures, The "Walk Don't Run"
30. Ventures, The "Pound bee [Part 1]"
31. Ventures, The "Pound bee [Part 2]"
32. Ventures, The "Genesis" 33. Smith, Johnny "Walk - Don't run" 34. Atkins, Chet "Walk - Don't run"
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Description:
Digitally remastered and expanded edition of this 1962 album. With 100 million records sold, The Ventures are easily the most commercially successful instrumental group of all time. They are an institution in both America and Japan and if their popularity in the United Kingdom is more modest, this is only because Britain had in the early 1960s its own generation of guitar combos in the Shadows and the Tornados. The song that started The Ventures phenomenon was their arrangement of 'Walk, Don't Run.' The group was in awe of Chet Atkins and were inspired to adapt his slightly baroque interpretation of the Johnny Smith composition. The hit brought The Ventures to national prominence and began a career of five decades and more, which has seen the release of over 250 albums worldwide. Their 1962 long-player, Beach Party is undoubtedly one of the finest and most coherent of all original '60s Ventures concept albums and is the centerpiece of this anthology of their early years. This edition comprises selections from each of their first nine albums and some rare single-only releases (including Part One of Mel Taylor's '2,000 Pound Bee' on which a fuzz tone / distortion box was used for the first time), all complimented by the addition of the historic Johnny Smith & Chet Atkins recordings of the seminal 'Walk, Don't Run.'
"Beach Party" on CD brings the unmistakable guitar sound of The Ventures into a sunny, feel-good setting that lives up to its title. Known for their clean, twangy tones and precise instrumental interplay, the band delivers a relaxed yet energetic beach atmosphere that blends surf, rock 'n' roll and melodic instrumentals. The album is ideal for fans of classic guitar-driven sounds and for anyone who wants to evoke images of ocean waves, convertible rides along the coast and warm summer nights. Carefully produced and remastered for CD, this edition offers clear, powerful sound that highlights the interplay between lead and rhythm guitars as well as the tight rhythm section. Whether used as background music for gatherings or for focused listening, "Beach Party" presents a cohesive collection that flows smoothly from track to track and captures The Ventures' ability to create vivid moods without vocals.
Cherry Red, the label behind this release, has built a long-standing reputation as a specialist in catalog, reissues and carefully curated archival projects. Known for its attention to detail, extensive liner notes and respect for original recordings, Cherry Red is a go-to address for collectors who value quality presentation and sound. With a deep catalog that spans various genres and eras, the label is particularly appreciated by fans of classic and niche music who want their favorite titles in durable, thoughtfully produced editions.
The Ventures are one of the most influential instrumental rock and surf bands of all time, known for their signature guitar tone and timeless melodies. Emerging in the early 1960s, they helped define the sound of instrumental rock and became a major influence on generations of guitarists around the world. Their interpretations of contemporary hits as well as their original compositions contributed to spreading surf and instrumental rock far beyond its regional roots. With a long career, numerous albums and a dedicated fan base, The Ventures have left a lasting mark on popular music and remain a key reference point for anyone interested in the evolution of the electric guitar in rock music.
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