Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Surf Instro Review: Light Valley Shadows-Rapid River

You may find the latest release from Light Valley Shadows, Rapid River, a delightful surprise. Their unique blend of influences from The Shadows and The Ventures creates a distinct sound that sets them apart.

This album is a testament to the band's infectious energy. The covers are executed with precision, and the original material is truly impressive. It's a complete package of bouncy fun and excitement.

Their music is very tasteful, and the colorful cover leads you to believe that what's inside will be a great experience. It is true to form as the group navigates 19 cuts of pure instrumental gold (as they refer to their music on their website) with an effortless and natural style.

There is a nice flow to this recording. The mixture of covers and originals keeps you on your toes and interested in what's coming next. The group succeeds in all aspects and leaves you in an upbeat and fancy-free mood. That's what it's all about.

The Light Valley Shadows have made a significant mark in the surf-instro realm with this album. Their success is evident in the upbeat and carefree mood it leaves you in. It's a journey worth taking.

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck

January 22, 2000

Tracks:

01. Man of Mystery

02. Perfidia

03. Rapid River

04. Atlantis

05. Peace Pipe

06. The Stranger

07. Time is Tight

08. Foot Tapper/ Walk Don´t Run

09. Little B

10. Midnight in Moscow ( Podmoskovnyje Vetjera )

11. Sleepwalk

12. Round and Round

13. FBI

14. Gonzales

15. Find Me a Golden Street

16. The Boys

17. Quartermaster's Store´s

18. Frightened City

19. Passage through Millenniu

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