Day 238. The Halibuts

Last week I introduced you to the first lesser-known surf band I discovered. Today I bring you the second. The Halibuts were a group founded by guitarist/bassist Pete Curry in the mid-1980s, who later went on to play bass for Los Straitjackets, my favorite surf band. I picked up their 1996 album, Life On The Bottom, at an independent record star in Chicago. I recall listening to this disc through headphones at the store’s listening bar (remember those?) and being blown away by the melodic instrumental surf tunes. I bought the album right away!

 

[andypanda]

Here’s a taste of Halibuts:

 

[Chicago Jake]

Are all your halibuts named Eric?

Interesting to see you mention Los Straitjackets! I had tickets to see them performing with Nick Lowe in June of 2020 at a small intimate venue four blocks from my house. Well, the date of that gig should be enough to tell you that it was CANCELLED. I still keep hoping that they will relaunch the tour.

 

[andypanda]

Are all your halibuts named Eric?

Interesting to see you mention Los Straitjackets! I had tickets to see them performing with Nick Lowe in June of 2020 at a small intimate venue four blocks from my house. Well, the date of that gig should be enough to tell you that it was CANCELLED. I still keep hoping that they will relaunch the tour.

Chicago Jake I believe they have. I saw that combo a few years ago at a small venue in Bethlehem PA. Good times.