Posted on 03/17/2019 12:59:20 PM PDT by EveningStar
Dick Dale, known as “King of The Surf Guitar,” has passed away, sources said on Sunday.
Dale, who had been quietly suffering health issues for many years, was considered a leader in the surf guitar genre. Dale was 82.
Born Richard Anthony Monsour, his famous songs, like “Miserlou,” and many others have become part of the American music fabric.
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Does anyone remember Nokie Edwards of the Ventures? He was my neighbors uncle. She gave me a custom tshirt with his name and a guitar embroidered on it. Might wear that today. Gonna be in the mid 70s. Beautiful day in the Puget Sound!
Don’t think inhave ever seen that. Thanks!x
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