The Ventures are an American instrumental rock band formed in 1958 by guitarists Don Wilson and Bob Bogle, widely cited as pioneers of surf music and known for the 1960 single 'Walk Don't Run'.

Review notes formation in 1958 by Don Wilson and Bob Bogle, the 1960 release 'Walk Don't Run', and states the band has sold about 100 million records worldwide. The review also mentions artists such as Stephen Stills and Joe Walsh citing The Ventures as influences.

A positive, affectionate review celebrating The Ventures as pioneers of surf and instrumental rock. Notes formation in 1958 by Don Wilson and Bob Bogle and their 1960 hit 'Walk Don't Run'. Recommends rediscovering their upbeat, guitar-driven sound.

For:fans of surf rock, instrumental guitar music, and 1960s rock history

 The Ventures! A group practically unknown to most, but which can be defined as one of the most important initiators and exponents of the so-called "surf music."

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