The Surf Drums

According to the DeBaser review, the Surf Drums formed around 1984 and released the EP Black Tambourine (Kaleidoscope Sound, 1987). The review describes the band's sound as visceral, eighties-rooted rock 'n' roll influenced by The Byrds and the Replacements.

From the provided review: lineup names mentioned are Dave Kehoe (vocals and guitar), Anne-Marie Taylor (organ), Colin Packwood (bass), Richard Left (guitar), and Mark Lafolley (drums). The EP Black Tambourine is dated 1987 and associated with Kaleidoscope Sound. Influences cited in the review include The Byrds and the Replacements. Other work titles mentioned include Walkaway.

DeBaser hosts a single evocative review of The Surf Drums' EP Black Tambourine. The review frames the record as visceral, eighties-rooted rock 'n' roll with Byrds and Replacements influences. The reviewer (rating 4/5) tells a vivid, nostalgic story around the music. Useful for listeners of obscure 1980s indie rock.

For:Listeners of 1980s indie/rock, fans of The Byrds and the Replacements, collectors of obscure EPs