Tasty

Released in 1977, Tasty is the eleventh studio album by The Shadows, arriving at a time when the band was re-establishing their identity in a post-punk and disco-dominated landscape. While many of their contemporaries were chasing harder sounds, The Shadows doubled down on their strengths: impeccable melody, clean production, and the signature Vox/Stratocaster chime. The album is notable for its variety, ranging from the upbeat 'Cricket Bat Boogie' to the more atmospheric and lengthy 'Bermuda Triangle,' which hints at the soft-rock and light-synth influences of the era. Recorded for Columbia (EMI), the album showcases the band's transition into a more 'adult contemporary' instrumental act, maintaining their high technical standards while embracing a smoother, more polished studio sound. It remains a favorite among guitar aficionados for its exemplary display of Hank Marvin's phrasing and the band's tight, professional arrangements.