Monday, April 21, 2025

Surf and Rock Review: Lombego Surfers-Let It Rip

https://lombegosurfers.net/

When Anthony Lombego sings, he sounds like the legendary New York Doll Johnny Thunders. When he plays the guitar, it's whoa! The title of the CD says it all: Let It Rip.

When vocals are part of the scheme of things, the group sounds nothing like a surf-instro group. They are punk-rock-garage through and through. On the flip side, it was special when Lombego and his troops decided to go the surf-rock route. There isn't a sound that can match the incredible power of surf combined with electrifying rock. This trio is locked in and comes at you with both barrels on this release.

 

I have always enjoyed the diversity of this group, but I must admit that the instro side is what tickles my fancy. The cuts on this CD are the best I have heard from this group. Once they get you in a groove with their signature punk-garage style, a raw and energetic sound reminiscent of the underground punk scene of the 70s, they switch to what they are best equipped to dish out, monster swells of surf-rock-instro!

 

One can't help but wonder how their instrumental tunes would sound unplugged. They would retain and enhance their impact with a twist.

 

Lombego's guitar work is exceptional, and it would easily transition to acoustic without losing any of its power. Their potential for making an impact acoustically could pique my curiosity and may do the same for you.

 

It's time for America to discover the Lombego Surfers, a band that brings a fresh and unique sound to the punk, garage, and surf rock genres. Their new CD, Let It Rip, is a testament to their musical prowess and a release that should not be missed.

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

March 21, 2000

Tracks:

01. Last Chance

02. Gimme A Break 

03. Prove It To You 

04. Destination Blue 

05. Don't Drift Away

06. California Sun 

07. Rising Surf 

08. El Cheapo 

09. Spark Plug  

10. Full Pull 

11. Tiki Zone 

12. Going Mental 

13. Running Out Of Time 


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