THURSDAY IS THE NEW FRIDAY >>>

Though musically indebted to Link Wray and Brian Wilson, the current abundance of up-and-coming surf-inspired DIY/underground acts, both local and abroad, have more in common with Dick Dale than they might imagine. Dale's been known to preach a DIY philosophy when it comes to the music business, cautioning young artists against signing with labels, instead proselytizing the merits of self-releasing material and touring aggressively. Over the course of his career, Dale's owned at least three of his own record labels (Del-Tone, Cougar, and one eponymous imprint). Arguably, Dale's splashiest forays into mainstream awareness came with the backing of more established outfits like Capitol, or indie label High Tone Records, but these days, he's as regally rebellious as ever.

Dale plays Hell's Kitchen this Thursday with the Fucking Eagles and Rat City Brass. Read my interview with Dale here.