The Beach Boys
Everything published on Viyolens under The Beach Boys — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The History of Surf Rock
Surf rock had its commercial moment between 1962 and 1964 before the British Invasion changed everything. But the reverb-guitar sound it created has never gone away.
The Best Baroque Pop Artists to Know
The genre's artists range from studio-bound orchestral pop pioneers to folk-influenced chamber composers. Here are the names that matter and what makes each significant.
The Best Baroque Pop Songs Right Now
The genre's essential recordings are spread across singles, album tracks and overlooked deep cuts. Here is a guide to the recordings that define the style.
Surf Rock for Newcomers: Where to Start
Surf rock has a clear entry point: three tracks, two traditions, and a small set of essential albums. Here's how to find your way in.
Essential Surf Rock Albums Explained
The surf rock album canon is tight but defining. These are the records that established the sound and the ones that kept it going — from 1960 to the 1990s revival.
The Best Surf Rock Artists to Know
From Dick Dale's speed-picking to the Beach Boys' harmonies and the Ventures' polished instrumentals — these are the artists who defined surf rock across six decades.
Baroque Pop for Newcomers: Where to Start
Baroque pop rewards patient listeners, but it helps to know where to begin. This guide takes you from the most accessible recordings through to deeper listening.
The History of Baroque Pop
The genre had a concentrated flowering in the mid-1960s and has influenced popular music ever since. Here is the history from origins to present.
A Beginner's Guide to Surf Rock
Surf rock is one of the most immediately recognisable guitar sounds in American music — reverb-drenched, fast and atmospheric. Here's what defines it and why it still matters.
