Hank Brian Marvin is an English multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter. He is known as the lead guitarist for the Shadows.
Marvin in 2009
Sculpture of Hank Marvin by artist Victor Heyfron M.A. 1964
Hank Marvin in 2007
The Shadows were an English instrumental rock group, who dominated the British popular music charts in the pre-Beatles era from the late 1950s to the early 1960s. They served as the backing band for Cliff Richard from 1958 to 1968, and have joined him for several reunion tours.
The Shadows performing in Denmark, featuring long-time members from left Bruce Welch (far left), Mark Griffiths and Hank Marvin; Brian Bennett featured in background on drums.
Hank Marvin, lead guitarist of the Shadows
Bruce Welch, rhythm guitarist of the Shadows
Brian Bennett, the band's long time drummer