Dick Dale, born Richard Anthony Monsour, is a renowned American musician known as the pioneer of surf rock. His unique style, characterized by his rapid-fire, reverberated guitar playing, was heavily influenced by his Middle Eastern heritage and the sound of crashing waves. Dale's most notable work, "Misirlou," gained renewed popularity when it was used as the opening theme in Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction." His music, especially his innovative use of reverb and his aggressive picking style, significantly influenced the development of rock music and modern guitar playing.