Golden Anniversary of Apache

[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

[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.

[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!!

[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

[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

[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...

[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

[neil2726]

We all owe Jerry Lordan alot!

[JimN]

Played it tonight at the local pub jam.

Line-up: drums / electric double bass /lead guitar (me) / rhythm guitar / rhythm guitar.

JN

[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