Dick Dale and His Del Tones

Dick Dale was the King of the Surf Guitar, providing a Latin and Arab influenced sound to go along with the new craze coming out of California, Florida, and Hawaii. This allowed him to develop success and a legacy. He and his Del Tones performed Misirlou, a version of a traditional song that became the definitive surf song. Dale, without the Del Tones, has been considered for the Hall, but not chosen. It is a shame. Today they probably figure having The Ventures is enough. Also, the Hall has a history of neglecting backing groups.