Surf/Cars is a subgenre of rock music, prominently popular in the early to mid-1960s, particularly in Southern California. It is characterized by its upbeat tempo, twangy electric guitar sound mimicking ocean waves, and lyrics often centered around beach culture and automobiles. The Beach Boys, with their iconic album "Pet Sounds", and Jan and Dean, known for "Dead Man's Curve", are two notable bands of this genre. Despite its regional origin, Surf/Cars music had a significant influence on global pop culture and is considered a major chapter in the history of rock and roll.
