This record is an unmissable, stellar showcase of pure instrumental perfection.

Play On! The Savage Sound Of The Shadows 1960-62 captures the remarkable early career of The Shadows, the instrumental group whose revolutionary guitar sound helped shape British popular music. Led by Hank Marvin's instantly recognizable tone and supported by Bruce Welch, Jet Harris, Tony Meehan, and Brian Bennett, the band transformed instrumental rock into a chart-dominating phenomenon while inspiring countless musicians who would follow in their footsteps.

This twenty-track collection chronicles the group's extraordinary commercial and artistic success between 1960 and 1962, featuring every major hit from the era. Classics including 'Apache,' 'F.B.I.,' 'Kon-Tiki,' 'Wonderful Land,' 'Guitar Tango,' and 'Dance On!' showcase the group's pioneering blend of echo-laden guitar melodies, innovative arrangements, and impeccable musicianship, all produced under the guidance of legendary EMI producer Norrie Paramor.

Pressed on vinyl and accompanied by historical notes exploring the band's chart achievements and film appearances, Play On! The Savage Sound Of The Shadows 1960-62 is an essential collection celebrating one of Britain's most influential instrumental groups.

Track Listing

• Apache
• Quatermasster's Stores
• Man of Mystery
• The Stranger
• F.B.I
• Midnight
• The Frightened City
• Back Home
• Kon-Tiki
• 36-24-36
• The Savage
• Peace Pipe
• Wonderful Land
• Stars Fell On Stockton
• Guitar Tango
• What A Lovely Tune
• The Boys
• The Girls
• Dance On!
• All Day

Additional Details

Label: Acrobat

Genre: Pop/Rock

Language: English

Run Time: 37 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 09/04/26

UPC: 824046171629