The Ventures – Walk Don’t Run

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Artist: The Ventures

Title: Walk Don't Run

Year: 1960

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  • 1. Morgen - Stereo (2:06)
  • 2. Raunchy - Stereo (2:16)
  • 3. Home - Stereo (2:18)
  • 4. My Own True Love (Tara's Theme) - Stereo (2:14)
  • 5. The Switch - Stereo (1:56)
  • 6. Walk, Don't Run - Stereo (2:02)
  • 7. Night Train - Stereo (2:49)
  • 8. No Trespassing - Stereo (1:57)
  • 9. Caravan - Stereo (2:08)
  • 10. Sleep Walk - Stereo (2:04)
  • 11. The McCoy - Stereo (2:07)
  • 12. Honky Tonk - Stereo (2:43)

Review

Folks, step right up and lend your ears to the zippy, zesty debut from The Ventures, "Walk, Don’t Run"! Released in 1960, this swell platter was recorded at Joe Boles' Custom Recorders in Seattle, Washington. It's a mouth-watering mix of cover versions and original compositions, with the icing on the cake being their legendary take on Johnny Smith’s "Walk, Don’t Run." That track sizzled its way to international fame, rightfully earning its place in the annals of surf rock history!

The Ventures dish up guitar melodies as rich and satisfying as a hot fudge sundae, with Don Wilson on rhythm guitar, Bob Bogle donning both lead guitar and bass, and Nokie Edwards flipping between bass and lead guitar. Drummers Howie Johnson and Skip Moore lay down the beats like sizzling bacon on a greasy spoon griddle, all under the deft production of Bob Reisdorff, who ensures every note is crisp and clear. The album hit a home run on the Billboard charts, peaking at number 11 and scoring a gold record. "Walk, Don’t Run" not only rocked the airwaves but solidified The Ventures' spot as kingpins in the surf rock scene! - Lulu

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