The Surfaris - Play LP (Clear Vinyl)

Artist: The Surfaris

Album: Play

Label: Destination Moon

Format: LP

Genre: Surf Rock / Instrumental Rock

Description

Few records capture the raw energy of early surf music quite like Play by The Surfaris. Released in 1963, this landmark debut helped define the sound of surf rock at its absolute peak, blending pounding drums, razor-sharp guitars, and nonstop California energy into one of the genre’s essential albums.

While “Wipe Out” remains one of the most recognizable instrumental tracks ever recorded, Play proves The Surfaris were far more than a one-hit wonder. Tracks like “Waikiki Run,” “Point Panic,” and “Surf Scene” deliver the band’s signature mix of speed, precision, and pure teenage chaos, while “Surfing Drums” became so influential it reportedly inspired Keith Moon himself.

The album moves effortlessly between classic surf instrumentals, hot rod attitude, and dancefloor-ready rock & roll. Their take on “Misirlou” rips with intensity, while “Surfer Joe” captures the carefree spirit that made surf culture explode worldwide. Even novelty cuts like “Bat Man” somehow feel completely at home in the mix.

This is foundational surf music. Loud, fast, fun, and endlessly replayable. An absolute must-have for anyone building a serious surf or instrumental rock collection.

Pressed on limited clear vinyl with only 500 copies made, this edition gives new life to one of surf music’s true cornerstone records.

Why We Carry It

Because The Surfaris helped define surf music as we know it. Play captures the genre at its most exciting and influential, packed with iconic rhythms, wild drum work, and the kind of energy that still sounds dangerous decades later.

For Fans Of

The Ventures, Dick Dale, The Chantays, Jan & Dean, hot rod culture, classic California surf instrumentals, and early rock & roll energy.

Track Listing

Side A
Waikiki Run
Surfer Joe
Similau
Bat Man
Surfing Drums
Point Panic

Side B
Misirlou
Wipe Out
I’m A Hog For You
Jack The Ripper
Surfaris Stomp
Surf Scene