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Taste

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The Profile

Taste were an Irish blues-rock power trio formed in 1966 by guitarist and singer Rory Gallagher. With Richard McCracken (bass) and John Wilson (drums), they released two studio albums—Taste (1969) and On the Boards (1970)—and disbanded in 1970 after a celebrated appearance at the Isle of Wight Festival.

Irish blues-rock trio led by Rory Gallagher; classic lineup with Richard McCracken and John Wilson; active 1966–1970; studio albums: Taste (1969), On the Boards (1970); notable live recordings include Live Taste (1971) and Live at the Isle of Wight (1971); known for fiery live improvisation and slide guitar.

Reviews portray Taste as a short-lived but explosive Irish blues-rock trio (1966–1970) led by Rory Gallagher. Emphasis falls on raw live power, improvisation, and slide guitar, with highlights from Live at the Isle of Wight and Live Taste. On the Boards draws praise for jazz, folk, and country shadings. Overall sentiment is admiring and enthusiastic.

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