Stylish Shadows

Press, 5 March 1987, Page 8

Stylish Shadows

“ “The Shadows, at the Town Hall last evening. Reviewed by Greg Jackeon. i .. In spite of starting the . show 40 minutes later \than publicised, The - Shadows still drew an enthusiastic reception from their audience last evening. ! Their slick, choreographed footwork and j 'stylish guitar formats ( (Which were responsible for the group’s success in ( the 1960 s proved popular | S&U. .... ~ ! r The audience was an interesting mix of - fans j, :

from the early years, mixed with a smattering of guitar enthusiasts drawn by the seamless tapestry of sound the group gains from their instruments. Hank Marvin lived up to the heavy burden of his reputation and displayed versatility few modern players could emulate. It was a good-natured foray into nostalgia thoroughly enjoyed. A token nod to the current pop-art icon status by the group came with the playing of “Livin’ Doll,” a song revived for fund-raising purposes by

the satirical group, The Young Ones, and the former Shadows singer, Cliff Richard. Fifties standards such as a medley of “Lucielle,” “Rip it up,” and “Blue Suede Shoes” contrasted with reflective works such as the theme from the stage show, “Evita.” The usual Shadows lineup was augmented by the addition of Mark Griffiths. Even the devotees who had travelled from South Canterbury to attend the concert left “well pleased.”