surf rock

Sometimes our BitchTapes are about colors, elements, or seasons.  Other times they’re about cover songs or friendship.  This time, we thought we’d dedicate a playlist to a very cool label called Burger Records.  Haven’t heard of them yet?  They’re a small outfit based out of Fullerton, California and they’ve been releasing quality records and tapes since 2007.  This week, they put out an incredible 71-song compilation featuring some of the best bands Burger has to offer.  It’s just $10 and proceeds go to funding a life-saving surgery for a weiner dog named Popcorn.  Not sure you’re ready to shell out the dough?  Think of this BitchTapes as a very small sampling of some of our favorite Burger babes.

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What other musical genre has its own sport? Much like the water-based activity its named for, surf rock is often almost always played by men. This BitchTapes is devoted to women surf musicians, including my best friend, who not only surfs, but tremolo picks like she's Dick Dale's daughter. Listening to this why-can't-it-be-summer-yet summer mix, I hope you feel heat-induced calm, tidal anticipation, and even a little danger...enjoy!

Even though August showed up faster than product placement on Bravo, summer's not over yet, and you can get your sun on with this sampling of bands bringing back garage and surf rock to a town near you....