Walk—Don’t Run

song by the Ventures

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"Walk—Don't Run" is an instrumental song by the American band The Ventures. It was first released in 1960 and became a hit, establishing the band's popularity. The song is known for its distinctive guitar sound and driving rhythm, which helped define the surf music genre. The Ventures re-recorded the song in 1964 with a more pronounced surf sound, achieving further success. The band, formed in the Seattle area, became one of the best-selling instrumental groups of all time, influencing many rock musicians and earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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…1960 when the single “Walk—Don’t Run” became a hit. In 1964 the song was reworked with a more distinct “surf” sound and again was a success. Although the Ventures became identified as a surf band by featuring tremolo guitar and driving drums and bass, the band also adapted to…
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…1960 when the single “Walk—Don’t Run” became a hit. In 1964 the song was reworked with a more distinct “surf” sound and again was a success. Although the Ventures became identified as a surf band by featuring tremolo guitar and driving drums and bass, the band also adapted to…
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