Description
California is an instrumental album (“High Energy Guitar Instrumentals“) by the American surf guitarist Paul Johnson featuring The Packards, released on Frontline Records in 1987, distributed by The Benson Company. The album was recorded by Doug Doyle at his 3-D Studios in Costa Mesa, California; with Paul Johnson and Doyle producing. Arranged by Paul Johnson. Cover painting by Rick Griffin.
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LP tracklist:
Side One
A1. “Kamikaze”
A2. “Escape To Reality”
A3. “Mr. Moto”
A4. “Baja”
A5. “Stand Up For Jesus”
Side Two
B1. “Squad Car”
B2. “Day Tripper”
B3. “Link Wray Medley” (Rumble/Jack The Ripper/Rawhide)
B4. “Streets of Gold”
Note: Simultaneously released on cassette and 12-inch vinyl LP by Frontline Records. Re-issued on CD by Frontline Records in 1993, coupled with their 1986 album Guitar Heaven.
CREDITS. Produced by Paul Johnson and Doug Doyle. Recorded and mixed at 3-D Studios, Costa Mesa, California. Mastered by John Matousek at Hitsville, Los Angeles, CA. All tunes arranged by Paul Johnson. Cover Art by Rick Griffin. Art Direction and Layout by Ed McTaggart. Photos by Tim Huskey.
Musicians: The Packards – Paul Johnson (Guitar), Marc Burroughs (Rhythm Guitar and solo on “Day Tripper”), Guy Hufferd (Bass), Ray Huskey (Drums).
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