Bow Wow Wow

The Profile

Bow Wow Wow are a British new wave/post-punk band formed in 1980 by Malcolm McLaren, featuring vocalist Annabella Lwin with former Adam and the Ants members Matthew Ashman, Leigh Gorman and Dave Barbarossa. Known for propulsive tribal rhythms and the hit I Want Candy, they were active 1980–84 and later reunited.

Formed by Malcolm McLaren after recruiting ex-Adam and the Ants members and Annabella Lwin; noted for Burundi-influenced percussion and the hit I Want Candy; the See Jungle! album cover recreated Manet’s Déjeuner sur l’herbe with a nude, underage Lwin, sparking controversy.

A single, enthusiastic review hails Bow Wow Wow’s See Jungle! as a riot of color, rhythm, and cheeky provocation. It spotlights Malcolm McLaren’s role, Annabella Lwin’s unmistakable presence, and the band’s tribal-tinged post-punk energy. Key tracks noted include Jungle Boy, Go Wild In The Country, and I Want Candy.