INSECT SURFERS - LYVE IN THE VALLEY OF THE SUN

Recorded live at a Tarzana, CA backyard party

June 5th, 2004


front cover - Lyve In The Valley Of The Sun

Track listing:
01. Meteorite Shower
02. Third Stone
03. Coolangatta
04. Re-Entry
05. Electric Marlin
06. Bouzouki
07. Grunion Run.mp3 (click the link to download the MP3)
08. Horizon Riders
09. Nomad
10. Ursa Minor/Polaris
11. Silver Coast
12. Stingray
13. Vaquita
14. Insect Stomp
15. Starfish Ranch/Diamondback
16. Tiger Shark

David Arnson-left guitar
Dano Sullivan-right guitar
Dan Valentie-bass guitar
Jimbo Sciurba-drums

copyright 2006
Kalaallit Nunaat Music
Remixing: Rick Novak

Special thanks to Ference Dobronyi and Jay Hector
Cover Art: David Arnson
Layout/Realization: Ferocious Doberman
Set the controls for the heart of the sound-Hey, it's a party recording...!!!
Thanks to all involved and you.
A Chrome Oxide recording


front cover - Laura

Laura from (the excellent band) 3rd Grade Teacher sez---
Mmmmmmm! Crunchy exoskeleton!


REVIEWS OF DEATH VALLEY COASTLINE

PHIL DIRT'S
TRACK BY TRACK REVIEW OF LYVE IN THE VALLEY OF THE SUN

***** (5 STARS!)

This live set is ambiently recorded, but among such sessions is very durable. Superb songs well played with good enough sound to please your tender surf-starved ears. The *Insect Surfers* unique brand of surf comes alive here. Check it out!

Picks: Meteorite Shower, Third Stone, Coolangatta, Re-Entry, Electric Marlin, Bouzouki, Grunion Run, Horizon Riders, Nomad, Silver Coast, Stingray, Vaquita, Insect Stomp, Starfish Ranch / Diamondback, Tiger Shark

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Meteorite Shower ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
After all these years, Meteorite Shower remains an infectious tune with a strong melody. Its driven nature and optimism are very clear, as is it's textured energy. In many ways, it's as close to an *The Insect Surfers* signature sound as there is, with its trademark twin lead guitars. It was originally titled Electric Dayglow Meteorite Shower.
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Third Stone ****

Southwest Desert Surf Instrumental (stereo)
Third Stone is always cool live, presenting an even bigger chemistry. It's an Insect's eye view of *Jimi Hendrix*'s song - inspired by, but surely not derivative of Jimi's song. Totally original and bursting with dueling leads and great tension.
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Coolangatta ****

* Surf Instrumental (stereo)
The wonderful charm of the liquid chords and guitar likes here are superb! Coolangatta pulses with power and infectious rhythm, plus some spectacular guitar tone and sustain. This is one fine track and performance!
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Re-Entry ****

Southwest Desert Surf Instrumental (stereo)
Re-Entry takes you into the west with it's saucy guitar lines and rhythms. A touch bluesy, but clearly born of the sands of the Pacific. Wonderful!
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Electric Marlin ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Electric Marlin writhes in search of glassy walls unknown, as if they are surely just around the next bend. It's a fast and powerful song, Rhythm dominated and full of guitar adventure, it's just too cool.
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Bouzouki *****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Bouzouki has been an Insect staple for ages. It never gets old! It combines trad Greek traditions with surf guitar and bits of Miserlou. This performance is fiery (how else could the Insects play?).
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Grunion Run ****

Desert Surf Instrumental (stereo)
A high energy instrumental with many changes, speed guitar art, dribbling notes, and magnetic joy. It pulses, circulates, and splashes!
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Horizon Riders *****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Horizon Riders is an infectious spaghetti western with electric psychedelic swirls. The rolling cowboy beat and Morricone-ish melody create a splendid Southwest image! The many textural changes add a sense of evolving story lines. Superb!
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Nomad ****

Surf Instrumental (stereo)
Nomad has been in the *Insect Surfers* set for a long time. It evolves gradually and delicately over time. It's compelling structure and chord charm are very endearing.
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Ursa Minor / Polaris

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
The intro called Ursa Minor gets longer and more psychedelic as time goes by. Very liquidy and illusive. Polaris remains a superb bit of *The Insect Surfers* magic. No matter how many times I hear it, I get a very satisfied grin on my face. Sparkling, magnetic, and superb!
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Silver Coast *****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Silver Coast has become a heavily effected psychedelic swirl. It's a fine example of the swirling perfection that the *Insect Surfers* are capable of. Gorgeous ringing tone and throbbing essence of surf.
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Stingray ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Born in the earliest days of the *The Insect Surfers* in DC, Stingray has endured and grown in stature to be an essential part of the Insects' playlist. Infectious and rhythmic.
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Vaquita *****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
This is a highly unusual song for the insects. It's Spanish flavor and unique rhythm take you into new territory with that magic Insect charm to keep you save. Trembling guitar, ringing chords, sweet feedback, and delicious psychedelic washes of sound.
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Insect Stomp ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Once a sax lead song,Insect Stomp has become a guitar driven ska delight. Its infectious rhythm almost demands body movement. The guitar leads dribble off perfect notes sputtered at great speed. Bluesy, tropical, and energetic. Way cool!
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Starfish Ranch / Diamondback ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Starfish Ranch sports a very cool melody line and galloping rhythm that play nicely with your sense of the great expanses, while keeping the Pacific close at hand. Superb. It segues into the pulsing feedback laden gem Diamondback/*." This song has been around for quite a while, and always pleases. Wonderful guitar lines and sultry drums.
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Tiger Shark ****

Surf Instrumental (Stereo)
Tiger Shark develops a growling riff that's dangerous and compelling. The splash chords and guitar wizardry are superb.


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