Instrumental surf music is a genre that emerged in the early 1960s, characterized by its fast-paced, reverb-heavy guitar riffs and driving rhythms. It often features the use of tremolo picking, staccato chord progressions, and melodic bass lines. The genre is heavily influenced by the sounds of the beach and surfing culture, and often incorporates elements of rockabilly, blues, and jazz. The music is typically upbeat and energetic, with a focus on creating a sense of excitement and adventure.
Here is a list of instrumental surf artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the instrumental surf genre. You can find out what instrumental surf genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.