"Life in the Jungle" is a studio album by the British instrumental rock group, The Shadows. Released in 1982, the album primarily features cover versions of various songs, showcasing the band's ability to capture different musical styles. The quintessential group of four includes Hank Marvin on the lead guitar, Bruce Welch on rhythm guitar, Brian Bennett on drums, and various bassists.
The album includes the hit song "Life in the Jungle", conveying the band's affinity for utilizing creative and unconventional sounds to portray a theme. Capitalizing on their instrumental prowess, the album is an assorted collection of smooth arrangements, expert playing, and innovatively layered sounds. It's a growth-oriented record, showing their evolution from a backing band for Cliff Richard in the late '50s to a standalone musical entity. The sheer versatility of their instrumentals, across multiple genres like rock, pop, and country, sets this album apart.
