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Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 07:46by jimuc
Yes folks it is hard to believe that Apache hit the number one spot 50 years ago today launching the career of the greatest instrumental band ever
Cheers
JIM
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 08:17by Kon-Tiki
Yes, we all have to be thanksful for this day 50 years ago.
Thank's to The Shadows; Hank, Bruce, Jet & Tony !
The Norwegian single was in yellow vinyl, which I have in frame on my wall.
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 14:20by cockroach
And two other guitar instrumentals were also in the charts at about that time- Duane Eddy's 'Because they're Young, and the Ventures 'Walk Don't Run'...
Not wishing to start an argument please!!!- having used the 'V' word!!....but it was a golden era for our beloved guitar instrumental music, and it was very popular with many people then, not just guitarists!!
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 20:25by nivram106
Hi
APACHE (played on Radio 2 this afternoon) - Still my 2nd favourite instro disc ever, the 1st? - WONDERFUL LAND. anyone agree (or disagree)
Best wishes
Jim
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 21:40by Squier Ken
When I listen to 'Apache', it's my favourite Shads tune from the 60s. When I listen to 'Wonderful Land', it's my favourite Shads tune from the 60s!
Ken
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 22:14by bgohara
Apache by the Shads is just perfect - I never tire of hearing it. It never ceases to amaze me that this was recorded by a bunch of teenagers...
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 23:01by Tim
Thanks for reminding us Jim. I was just turned 11 and at Scout Camp at Broadstone Warren in Sussex when Apache hit the charts. It made such a great impact on me, even at that age. Like Ken, I am never quite sure if I prefer the intro to Apache or Wonderful Land. They are both such wonderful records and both bring back great memories each time I hear them.
Tim
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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25 Aug 2010, 23:06by neil2726
We all owe Jerry Lordan alot!
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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26 Aug 2010, 00:13by JimN
Played it tonight at the local pub jam.
Line-up: drums / electric double bass /lead guitar (me) / rhythm guitar / rhythm guitar.
JN
Re: Golden Anniversary of Apache
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26 Aug 2010, 11:45by drakula63
Apache was the first Shadows record I ever heard.
My friend Paul played it to me in early 1977 and I was hooked immediately. I borrowed Man of Mystery/The Stranger off a friend of my mum's and then bought The Shadows 20 Golden Greats. So, albeit 17 years late(r) - Apache started it all for me too! A shame their record company were slow off the mark in the US, as I firmly believe that it would have been a number 1 hit over there if it had come out before the rubbishy cover version that stole its thunder.
It still is the greatest guitar instrumental ever - from the greatest guitar instrumental group ever.
HAPPY 50th, Apache!
Chris