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This is a collection of tracks from The Hodaddys MySpacepage, and that of guitarist King Pompano. A couple don't appear on their album. |
Picks: Pompano's Theme, Taco Wagon, Lover's Cay, Moondawg, A/A Fueler, Burnin' Rubber, Rat Rod Ride, Squad Car, Jack The Ripper / Rumble, Penetration, Latin'ia 2007, Dawn Patrol, Surf Trashed, Fiero
Track by Track Review
Pompano's Theme
Surf (Instrumental)
This is one lovely number, with am infectious traveling rhythm and warm whammy. "Pompano's Theme" is simple and direct, and thoroughly enjoyable. The dueling guitar section is really cool. Great arranging too!
This is one lovely number, with am infectious traveling rhythm and warm whammy. "Pompano's Theme" is simple and direct, and thoroughly enjoyable. The dueling guitar section is really cool. Great arranging too!
Taco Wagon
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a reverby cover of The De-Fenders' song, with a solid surf feeling and cool percussion. It's a very tasteful version.
This is a reverby cover of The De-Fenders' song, with a solid surf feeling and cool percussion. It's a very tasteful version.
Lover's Cay
Surf (Instrumental)
"Lover's Cay" is slow and pretty, as the title would suggest. It's also a little spooky at times. The transitions are unusual, and the moody bass drone emotional. Very cool!
"Lover's Cay" is slow and pretty, as the title would suggest. It's also a little spooky at times. The transitions are unusual, and the moody bass drone emotional. Very cool!
Moondawg
Surf (Instrumental)
Gamblers' "Moondawg" pumps and rides along much as the original, except that the muddiness of the track takes away the obvious energy. Still, it's a good record of a solid performance.
Gamblers' "Moondawg" pumps and rides along much as the original, except that the muddiness of the track takes away the obvious energy. Still, it's a good record of a solid performance.
A/A Fueler
Surf (Instrumental)
"A/A Fueler" is fun instro with a cycling riff and splashy tone. The energy is good despite the lead being really low in the mix. A better mix would definitely bring another star.
"A/A Fueler" is fun instro with a cycling riff and splashy tone. The energy is good despite the lead being really low in the mix. A better mix would definitely bring another star.
Burnin' Rubber
Surf (Instrumental)
Jim Fuller's "Burnin' Rubber" is nicely done here. The bassiness does take away some of the energy. That aside, this is an excellent choice to cover, and is pretty friendly.
Jim Fuller's "Burnin' Rubber" is nicely done here. The bassiness does take away some of the energy. That aside, this is an excellent choice to cover, and is pretty friendly.
Rat Rod Ride
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a cool number with twin-note plucked leads and a playful sound. On the delicate side, it reminds me of some of the tracks from New Mexico in the sixties that were captured at Norman Petty's place. I like this.
This is a cool number with twin-note plucked leads and a playful sound. On the delicate side, it reminds me of some of the tracks from New Mexico in the sixties that were captured at Norman Petty's place. I like this.
Squad Car
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a very respectful version of Eddie and the Showmen's "Squad Car." The lead is played a lot like Paul Johnson intended when he originally wrote it. The delicacy of the guitar is refreshing, though it's a tad low in the mix.
This is a very respectful version of Eddie and the Showmen's "Squad Car." The lead is played a lot like Paul Johnson intended when he originally wrote it. The delicacy of the guitar is refreshing, though it's a tad low in the mix.
Jack The Ripper / Rumble
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a solid performance of two classic Link Wray songs. Done with great surf reverb and whammy chords, "Jack The Ripper / Rumble" is very satisfying despite the live mix limitations. Mid tempo and dangerously cool.
This is a solid performance of two classic Link Wray songs. Done with great surf reverb and whammy chords, "Jack The Ripper / Rumble" is very satisfying despite the live mix limitations. Mid tempo and dangerously cool.
Penetration
Surf (Instrumental)
Reverb pumping as The Hodaddys perform The Pyramids' "Penetration." Where the Ventures monkeyed with string swipes, these guys employed glissandos. Rock solid.
Reverb pumping as The Hodaddys perform The Pyramids' "Penetration." Where the Ventures monkeyed with string swipes, these guys employed glissandos. Rock solid.
Latin'ia 2007
Surf (Instrumental)
There are some parts of the arrangement that are from The Sentinals, some from other early versions, and with chorus added, "Latin'ia 2007" takes on a different twist. Swimming, tropical, delicate, and very cool.
There are some parts of the arrangement that are from The Sentinals, some from other early versions, and with chorus added, "Latin'ia 2007" takes on a different twist. Swimming, tropical, delicate, and very cool.
Dawn Patrol
Surf (Instrumental)
The Deuce Coupes ' "Dawn Patrol" is an easy moving cover that suits The Hodaddysvery well. The warm melody and sense of travel are nicely portrayed in their reverby sound. The lead guitar circles across the panoramic spectrum in the break.
The Deuce Coupes ' "Dawn Patrol" is an easy moving cover that suits The Hodaddysvery well. The warm melody and sense of travel are nicely portrayed in their reverby sound. The lead guitar circles across the panoramic spectrum in the break.
Surf Trashed
Surf (Instrumental)
Great drums a la "Surf Beat" drive this slightly dark number. It's heavy and spunky and circular, with a tribal beat and primal energy.
Great drums a la "Surf Beat" drive this slightly dark number. It's heavy and spunky and circular, with a tribal beat and primal energy.
Fiero
Surf (Instrumental)
Lead guitarist King Pompano did this as a solo maybe, or as a demo to bring to the band... guesses, but it's very nice. Sparkly guitar and genuine reverence for The Fireballs' original. Very nice.
Lead guitarist King Pompano did this as a solo maybe, or as a demo to bring to the band... guesses, but it's very nice. Sparkly guitar and genuine reverence for The Fireballs' original. Very nice.
Phil Dirt - Reverb Central - PO Box 1609, Felton, CA 95018-1609 USA
The Hodaddys - Hodaddys Play Surf Hits - Deluxe Edition DVD
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I have one overriding comment. This band seems like a really good trad band with a solid drummer and great guitars. The mixes really limit the effectiveness of their material, both in studio, and on the live document. The music and the performances are great! This could have easily been a 4-star release! These tracks are bass-heavy mono, slightly stereoized with reverb. Tracks 1-14 are the CD. The mixes are really bass heavy and leads way too low, restraining their hidden power. Tracks 15-26 are the live DVD. They are obviously live soundboard, with the lead guitar extremely low in al tracks. It's a cool visual document of a band doing the real thing. |
Picks: Squad Car, Penetration, Pintor, Que Honda, Wave Walk'n', Mr. Moto, Dawn Patrol, The Wedge, Taco Wagon, Calhoun Surf, Skin Diver, Burnin' Rubber, A/A Fueler, Nite Surfer, Namu, Storm Dancer, Rumblin' Rod, Mr. Rebel, Soul Surfer, A Shot In The Dark, Fiero, Surfin' With The Sharks, Vaporizer, Surf Trashed, Que Honda, Blue Venus
Track by Track Review
Squad Car
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a very respectful version of Eddie and the Showmen's "Squad Car." The lead is played a lot like Paul Johnson intended when he originally wrote it. The delicacy of the guitar is refreshing, though it's a tad low in the mix.
This is a very respectful version of Eddie and the Showmen's "Squad Car." The lead is played a lot like Paul Johnson intended when he originally wrote it. The delicacy of the guitar is refreshing, though it's a tad low in the mix.
Penetration
Surf (Instrumental)
Reverb pumping as The Hodaddys perform The Pyramids' "Penetration." Where the Ventures monkeyed with string swipes, these guys employed glissandos. Rock solid.
Reverb pumping as The Hodaddys perform The Pyramids' "Penetration." Where the Ventures monkeyed with string swipes, these guys employed glissandos. Rock solid.
Pintor
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a dripping reverb cover of one of the great Spanish flavored surf instros. The Hodaddys play with extreme reverence and wonderful watery tone. There are nowhere near enough covers of The Pharos' "Pintor!"
This is a dripping reverb cover of one of the great Spanish flavored surf instros. The Hodaddys play with extreme reverence and wonderful watery tone. There are nowhere near enough covers of The Pharos' "Pintor!"
Que Honda
Surf (Instrumental)
Satan's Pilgrims' "Que Honda" is stomped out in fine form. An interesting modern cover choice, the song is just as cool as the original.
Satan's Pilgrims' "Que Honda" is stomped out in fine form. An interesting modern cover choice, the song is just as cool as the original.
Wave Walk'n'
Surf (Instrumental)
The Surf Raiders' groovy "Wave Walk'n'" is a great choice for the style of The Hodaddys. The swimming whammy and gentle pace are just what they need.
The Surf Raiders' groovy "Wave Walk'n'" is a great choice for the style of The Hodaddys. The swimming whammy and gentle pace are just what they need.
Mr. Moto
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a nice wet version of Paul Johnson's "Mr. Moto" with bass added. One guitar seems to work pretty well here. Very nice.
This is a nice wet version of Paul Johnson's "Mr. Moto" with bass added. One guitar seems to work pretty well here. Very nice.
Dawn Patrol
Surf (Instrumental)
The Deuce Coupes ' "Dawn Patrol" is an easy moving cover that suits The Hodaddysvery well. The warm melody and sense of travel are nicely portrayed in their reverby sound. The lead guitar circles across the panoramic spectrum in the break.
The Deuce Coupes ' "Dawn Patrol" is an easy moving cover that suits The Hodaddysvery well. The warm melody and sense of travel are nicely portrayed in their reverby sound. The lead guitar circles across the panoramic spectrum in the break.
The Wedge
Surf (Instrumental)
Covering Dick Dale and his Del-tones' version of Al Hazan's "The Wedge," the boys deliver a solid version with shouts and all.
Covering Dick Dale and his Del-tones' version of Al Hazan's "The Wedge," the boys deliver a solid version with shouts and all.
Taco Wagon
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a reverby cover of The De-Fenders' song, with a solid surf feeling and cool percussion. It's a very tasteful version.
This is a reverby cover of The De-Fenders' song, with a solid surf feeling and cool percussion. It's a very tasteful version.
Calhoun Surf
Surf (Instrumental)
A lot of bands cover this, the first song Danny Amis ever wrote. This is more like theLos Straitjackets version than the Overtones' original. Fluid and fun.
A lot of bands cover this, the first song Danny Amis ever wrote. This is more like theLos Straitjackets version than the Overtones' original. Fluid and fun.
Skin Diver
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a slightly softer version of t De-Fenders' "Skin Diver," with richer reverb. The song flows very well, and the quick little guitar sequences are very nicely done. Nice to see it covered.
This is a slightly softer version of t De-Fenders' "Skin Diver," with richer reverb. The song flows very well, and the quick little guitar sequences are very nicely done. Nice to see it covered.
Burnin' Rubber
Surf (Instrumental)
Jim Fuller's "Burnin' Rubber" is nicely done here. The bassiness does take away some of the energy. That aside, this is an excellent choice to cover, and is pretty friendly.
Jim Fuller's "Burnin' Rubber" is nicely done here. The bassiness does take away some of the energy. That aside, this is an excellent choice to cover, and is pretty friendly.
A/A Fueler
Surf (Instrumental)
"A/A Fueler" is fun instro with a cycling riff and splashy tone. The energy is good despite the lead being really low in the mix. A better mix would definitely bring another star.
"A/A Fueler" is fun instro with a cycling riff and splashy tone. The energy is good despite the lead being really low in the mix. A better mix would definitely bring another star.
Nite Surfer
Surf (Instrumental)
The Deuce Coupes' "Nite Surfer" is a wonderful choice. The galloping rhythm and liquid guitar as a great combination. Quite cool!
The Deuce Coupes' "Nite Surfer" is a wonderful choice. The galloping rhythm and liquid guitar as a great combination. Quite cool!
Namu
Surf (Instrumental)
"Namu" is a surf romp with a charging melody and sparkling edge. The false stops are cool, and spunk evident everywhere.
"Namu" is a surf romp with a charging melody and sparkling edge. The false stops are cool, and spunk evident everywhere.
Storm Dancer
Surf (Instrumental)
Jon and the Nightriders' "Storm Dancer" starts with a chord and a reverb crash, and quickly pounds into a spirited cover. Damn, I sure wish this sounded better. Superb energy and chemistry.
Jon and the Nightriders' "Storm Dancer" starts with a chord and a reverb crash, and quickly pounds into a spirited cover. Damn, I sure wish this sounded better. Superb energy and chemistry.
Rumblin' Rod
Surf (Instrumental)
"Rumblin' Rod" is a somewhat threatening song with healthy energy and power. Great picking and power.
"Rumblin' Rod" is a somewhat threatening song with healthy energy and power. Great picking and power.
Mr. Rebel
Surf (Instrumental)
Arranged like Eddie and the Showmen's single, this performance of "Mr. Rebel" is really cool. Excellent double picking.
Arranged like Eddie and the Showmen's single, this performance of "Mr. Rebel" is really cool. Excellent double picking.
Soul Surfer
Surf (Instrumental)
Johnny Sudetta's sultry groove is washed in reverb and surf soul. Sparkling double picked bridges and excellent chemistry.
Johnny Sudetta's sultry groove is washed in reverb and surf soul. Sparkling double picked bridges and excellent chemistry.
A Shot In The Dark
Surf (Instrumental)
A pleasant cover of Henry Mancini's "A Shot In The Dark" gets extra coolness from reverb.
A pleasant cover of Henry Mancini's "A Shot In The Dark" gets extra coolness from reverb.
Fiero
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a spirited cover of The Fireballs' "Fiero," which is very reverent and tight. Nicely done in a wetter reproduction sort of way.
This is a spirited cover of The Fireballs' "Fiero," which is very reverent and tight. Nicely done in a wetter reproduction sort of way.
Surfin' With The Sharks
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a totally cool original with a great moody melody and fast moving energy. Wonderful double picked sections and glissandos and sparkle.
This is a totally cool original with a great moody melody and fast moving energy. Wonderful double picked sections and glissandos and sparkle.
Vaporizer
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a stompy number with a sort of frat rock feel. dark and moody and riff-centric, with great drums. Fun and cool.
This is a stompy number with a sort of frat rock feel. dark and moody and riff-centric, with great drums. Fun and cool.
Surf Trashed
Surf (Instrumental)
Great drums a la "Surf Beat" drive this slightly dark number. It's heavy and spunky and circular, with a tribal beat and primal energy.
Great drums a la "Surf Beat" drive this slightly dark number. It's heavy and spunky and circular, with a tribal beat and primal energy.
Que Honda
Surf (Instrumental)
This is a spunky take on Satan's Pilgrims' "Que Honda." Very cool energy and pumped party stompin' style.
This is a spunky take on Satan's Pilgrims' "Que Honda." Very cool energy and pumped party stompin' style.
Blue Venus
Surf (Instrumental)
This is recorded very differently (probably not really live), in stereo, and with sultry tone. "Blue Venus" moves slowly and romantically, with grand dripping reverb, and loudFender tone. Very nice track.
This is recorded very differently (probably not really live), in stereo, and with sultry tone. "Blue Venus" moves slowly and romantically, with grand dripping reverb, and loudFender tone. Very nice track.
FROM SLOPPY PELICAN ST PETE BEACH
July 5 at 1:42pm Reply
Kool Deal, using us all as their profile pic. I'll set up another piece for them for the next show. Good Promo .You guys sounded POWERFUL and locally, I have not seen that many kids DANCE in front of a band , (let alone one ,that deserves it) in a very long time.
SLOPPY PELICAN
July 5 at 1:42pm Reply
Kool Deal, using us all as their profile pic. I'll set up another piece for them for the next show. Good Promo .You guys sounded POWERFUL and locally, I have not seen that many kids DANCE in front of a band , (let alone one ,that deserves it) in a very long time.
SLOPPY PELICAN