1) an Irish rock and blues… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) an Irish rock and blues band formed in 1966 that featured talented guitarist Rory Gallagher
2) an Australian classic-style rock band based in Melbourne
3) a British Christian rock outfit
4) an independent Japanese musician
5) a Swedish AOR band
6) a Japanese death metal band
7) a Japanese doujin arranger
8) a Polish disco polo artist
1) Taste was formed in Cork, Ireland in August 1966 as a trio consisting of Rory Gallagher on guitars & vocals, Eric Kitteringham on bass, and Norman Damery on drums. In their early years Taste played around the UK before becoming regulars at Maritine Hotel, an R&B club in Belfast, Northern Ireland. In 1968 the original lineup split. The new lineup formed with Richard McCracken on bass and John Wilson on drums.
The new Taste moved permanently to London where they signed with the record label Polydor. In 1969 Taste released their first two studio recordings, the self-titled 'Taste' first with 'On the Boards' soon following, the latter showing Rory and the band's jazz influences with Gallagher playing saxophone on numerous tracks. In November 1968 the band opened for Cream at Cream's farewell concerts in London. Taste then began touring the United States and Canada opening for Eric Clapton and Ginger Bakers new band Blind Faith.
Perhaps their most notable performance came in 1970 as part of the Isle of Wight Festival, joining such notable musicians as Jimi Hendrix and The Who. They were well-received by those in attendance, ultimately being called back for five encores. Later the same year Taste would once more tour Europe before performing their last show on New Year's Eve in Belfast. In 1970] Taste split leaving front man Rory Gallagher to pursue his solo career. Gallagher received a liver transplant in 1995, but died of complications later that year in London, England aged 47.
In the August 2006 issue of Blues in Britain it was revealed that John Wilson had made Taste active once again. John has been at the fore front of the Irish Blues and R&B scene ever since his days in Them with Van Morrison,and of course in Taste with Rory Gallagher. Along with with Richard McCracken on bass and Belfast guitarist and singer Sam Davidson,who worked with John in the Belfast Blues Band.
They are still performing at Blues and R&B festivals around the world with both Richard McCracken (when his other commitments allow), and Albert Mills on bass.
Taste have since signed to label Bad Reputation and released the album 'Wall to Wall'.
Official Site: http://www.taste.uk.com
2) Taste is the name of an Australian classic-style rock band based in Melbourne. http://www.taste.us.com
3) Taste is the name of a British Christian Rock outfit.
4) taste is the name of an independent Japanese musician that specializes in orchestral arrangements of Anime songs and Touhou music.
5) Taste is a Swedish AOR band, grounded by Christopher Borg and Felix Borg. They released their self-titled album in 2012. Taste's music is heavily inspired by mid 1980's AOR and melodic hard rock bands.
6) Taste is the name of a Japanese death metal band.
7) Circle: Melodic Taste Website: http://taste-f.sakura.ne.jp/Melodic/
Morning Sun
Taste Lyrics
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Another night has gone, if something's changed then it does not show
She shines so brightly and make your two eyes blink
But you know she can't be found when the sun begins to sink.
She looks like the morning sun but you must remember
She's as cold as December, I can't remember what I've done.
She's as cold as December, I can't remember what I've done.
Looks like the morning sun that's come to play outside my window
Another night has gone if something's changed then it does not show.
The lyrics of Taste's song Morning Sun are quite complex, alluding to the idea that appearances can be deceiving. The first verse describes a beautiful morning sun shining outside the singer's window, but also hints at the idea that something has not changed. The sun appears to be a source of happiness and warmth, however, despite all of its beauty, it is transient, and eventually disappears. It represents the feeling of fleeting happiness that can evaporate just as easily as it came.
The chorus repeats the phrase "She looks like the morning sun" and adds the line "but you must remember, she's as cold as December, I can't remember what I've done." This line serves to reinforce the idea that things are not always as they seem. The woman the singer is referring to may appear to be warm and kind, but in reality, she is cold and distant, much like the month of December. The line "I can't remember what I've done" could either suggest that the singer cannot remember why he is feeling this way or that he has done something to cause the woman's coldness.
Overall, the song Morning Sun is an introspective look at the ways in which we can be deceived by appearances. It suggests that we must look beyond surface-level beauty to truly understand the people and situations in our lives. The imagery of the morning sun is used as a metaphor for happiness and the fleeting nature of life itself.
Line by Line Meaning
Looks like the morning sun that's come to play outside my window
The singer is describing the beauty of the morning sun that has risen outside their window, setting a peaceful scene.
Another night has gone, if something's changed then it does not show
Despite the passage of time, there seems to be no noticeable difference in the world around the singer.
She shines so brightly and make your two eyes blink
The morning sun is so bright that it forces the singer to squint their eyes.
But you know she can't be found when the sun begins to sink
The morning sun is only meant to be enjoyed in the early hours of the day and disappears as the sun sets.
She looks like the morning sun but you must remember
The artist is warning the listener that someone may seem as radiant as the morning sun, but they are not necessarily genuine or kind-hearted.
She's as cold as December, I can't remember what I've done
The person the singer is describing is emotionally distant and unfeeling, causing the singer to feel confused and frustrated in their interactions with them.
She looks like the morning sun but you must remember
The singer repeats their warning, emphasizing the importance of not being fooled by appearances.
She's as cold as December, I can't remember what I've done
The artist reiterates that the person they are describing is distant and uncaring, leaving the artist feeling unsure of themselves and their actions.
Looks like the morning sun that's come to play outside my window
The song returns to the peaceful and beautiful image of the morning sun outside the artist's window, creating a sense of longing for something pure and honest.
Contributed by Aiden V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lindasmith6316
Love Rory's hair flip at the beginning.🥰
@clouddog2393
Taste knocked Cream into a cocked hat . Along with Tony McPhee and the Groundhogs one of the greatest three piece Blues /Rock bands . The Hogs came out with the classic "Thank Christ "and "Split ", Taste with their classics "Taste" and" On The Boards ." Blues and Rock does,nt come any better . Live there was no beating either band , Rory the greatest and Tony up there as one of the best and underrated . They summed up what the early '70's were all about . Great times .
@brianhammer5107
Idiotic comment about Cream - grow up. Groundhogs were good, but were never a top tier band.
@clouddog2393
@Brian Hammer So someone whose opinion you disagree with is idiotic and needs to grow up . You are arrogant and insulting Brian . It,s you who needs to grow up .
@clouddog2393
@Brian Hammer Idiotic and l should grow up because you disagree with me . You,re the one who should grow up Bri old chap !
@reconn9056
John, as a 15 year old in 69, I thought Taste and the Hogs were tops, but I loved Cream and Zepp too. Tony (TS) McFee is my hero, back in the day I saw them live at the Chesford Grange near Leamington Spa great voice, great guitarist. So so underrated. But I don't care I rate them and will to my dying day.
@marekurbanowicz7553
What nonsense. Cream were the first so called Supergroup. Clapton said they played blues like a jazz band.I've seen all 3 individually and they were all brilliant in their way but even better as Cream. I also saw the Groundhogs several times and Taste at the legendary Eel Pie Island. Taste were a very good band and Rory was a fine guitarist but to say that they knocked Cream into a cocked hat is risible. Like saying that the Stones were the greatest band ever when The Beatles were always in a league of their own.
@sheistcoff
Had the good fortune to see Blind Faith in Seattle. Little did I know there'd be a support band by the name of Taste appearing.
One minute into their set, my jaw dropped! I was astounded!! Could not believe what I was witnessing.
Blind Faith should have been the opener.
Rory's solo career featured great musicians, but the chemistry of Taste was unparalleled.
@11celtics11
Chemistry? There's a reason Rory ditched those guys and refused to perform any taste songs after they disbanded.
@malcolmhunt2904
Saw them live in Norwich, late 60's, just streets ahead of the rest, Rory was just phenomenal.