The Surfmen were an American surf music group that emerged during the early 1960s. Known for their distinctive instrumental style, they effectively captured the rhythmic dynamism of the ocean waves, incorporating elements of rock and roll and Hawaiian music. The band's most notable work is "The Sounds of Exotic Island," a concept album that significantly contributed to the popularity of the exotica genre. Despite having no particularly famous members, The Surfmen's musical legacy lies in their unique fusion of sounds, which continues to influence surf rock and exotica artists today.