Dick Dale Vinyl Records: The King of the Surf Guitar

Dick Dale's revolutionary music career began with his 1962 debut single "Misirlou," a surf rock anthem that captured the hearts of beachgoers and musicians alike. Born Richard Anthony Mercado in Boston, Massachusetts, Dale's passion for music was sparked by his Greek immigrant parents' love of traditional folk music. He honed his skills as a guitarist under the tutelage of legendary jazz musician Les Paul.

Dale's innovative use of the guitar, combining elements of rockabilly, country, and Middle Eastern rhythms, earned him the nickname "King of the Surf Guitar." His iconic single "Misirlou" became synonymous with beach culture and surfing lifestyle. Dale's music has been featured in numerous films, including the cult classic "Pulp Fiction," cementing his status as a surf rock legend.

A true pioneer, Dick Dale's influence extends beyond his impressive discography to the world of music production. His innovative techniques, such as using the guitar as a percussive instrument, inspired generations of musicians. A testament to his enduring legacy, Dale continues to perform and record new music, solidifying his position as one of the most influential surf rock artists of all time.

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Dick Dale & His Del-Tones – Checkered Flag - 1963 US Vinyl LP - T-2002 - Signed

Dick Dale & His Del-Tones – Checkered Flag - 1963 US Vinyl LP - T-2002 - Signed

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Surf 45 - Dick Dale - A Run For Life - Deltone VG+

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Surf Inst. 45 - Dick Dale & The Del-Tones - Miserlou - Deltone

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Dick Dale Jungle Fever Shake-N-Stomp 7" Vinyl Repro

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DICK DALE – PICK AND PLAY 12″ – Nr MINT UK 1988 KING OF SURF GUITAR

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DICK DALE AND THE DEL-TONES: Let's Go Trippin' / Deltone Rock NEAR MINT

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Dick Dale Breaking Heart / Ooh-Whee-Marie 1958 Rockabilly Oz 45

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Dick Dale & His Del: Tones/Surfer's Choice /.. (HQ) - LP vinyl *SEALED*

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Dick Dale & His Del-Tones - King Of The Surf Guitar ( 2016 US LP) LP 5292

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Stevie Ray Vaughn & Dick Dale Pipeline LP COLUMBIA PROMO Excellent Vinyl! PICS!!

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Dick Dale & His Del-Tones - The Scavenger (7")

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Dick Dale & His Del-tones And Deltonettes - Pick And Play (12", Single)

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V/A Hot Rod Music CAPITOL LP PROMO MONO Beach Boys Super Stocks Dick Dale

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Dale, Dick Rockin` Rollin Vol. 1 Vinyl NEW

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DICK DALE AND HIS DEL-TONES Surfers Choice Clear Vinyl NEW & SEALED

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Dick Dale - Pick And Play [Pulch Wave Records, 1988, Vinyl: EX] 12” MAXI-SINGLE

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Surfers Choice by Dick Dale His Del-Tones (Record 2018)

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Dick Dale & His Del-Tones - Surfer's Choice BEL LP 1977 (VG+/VG+) Vinyl '

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Dick Dale and His Del-Tones GREATEST HITS LP

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DICK DALE Wild Ideas, The Scavenger CAPITOL 45 surf garage rock record

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45* DICK DALE Wild Ideas CAPITOL Scavenger SURF Orig* HOT ROD 7" Jammer DELTONES

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Dick Dale & His Del-Tones – Mr. Eliminator- 1964 US Vinyl LP - Capitol ST-2053

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Dick Dale and His Del-Tones Surfers' Choice (Vinyl) 12" Album (Clear vinyl)

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DICK DALE AND HIS DEL-TONES - SURFERS' CHOICE (180G VINYL LP) NEW/SEALED

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Dick Dale And His Del-Tones Vinyl NM

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Dick Dale, The Surfaris, The Fireballs – "Hot Rod Drag Races" LP %

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Surfers Choice by Dick Dale His Del-Tones (Record 2014)

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DICK DALE AND HIS DEL-TONES LP DRAGGIN’ AND SURFIN’ vinyl 12”

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SURF LP "Surfing" GS 1433 BEACH BOYS Surfaris DICK DALE Kings LP

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BUSTIN' SURFBOARDS Marketts DICK DALE , CHALLENGERS etc. GNPS 2152 M-/VG+

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Dick Dale and His Del-Tones : Surfers' Choice VINYL 12" Album (2014) ***NEW***

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Dick Dale and His Del-Tones Surfers' Choice (Vinyl) (US IMPORT) lp

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RARE LOT 1960's Surf Garage Rockabilly Hot Rod DEL SHANNON + DICK DALE Del-Tones

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