“‘Pipeline’ is an instrumental surf rock song by The Chantays, which was recorded in 1962. The tune, originally called ‘Liberty’s Whip’, was renamed after the band members saw a surfing movie showing scenes of the Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii. The tune, fitting in with the popular surfing craze of the time, swiftly rose up the Billboard Pop charts, reaching #4, and becoming a classic hit of its time. The tune is notable for using Alberti bass arpeggios. Although they had myriad surf tunes, ‘Pipeline’ was The Chantays’ only hit single, and is considered one of the landmarks of the surf genre. The track’s distinctive sound was largely due to the mix being ‘upside down’ when compared to standard rock and roll of the era; the bass guitar, electric piano and rhythm guitar were at the forefront, while the lead guitar and drums were less prominent. …”
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