The Mushrooms emerged during a period in our country—somewhere in the mid-80s—when everything was experienced in an extreme and distinct way. They left behind a legacy of records that are true rock ‘n’ roll gems. Steeped in punk, psychedelia, and garage, *Taste of* (1986) left no room for doubt. With lyrics and guitars as sharp as blades—yet delivered with an unbridled sense of refinement—it stands as a landmark record for the Greek independent scene.
Labyrinth of Thoughts is reissuing “Taste of” in an anniversary edition, marking 40 years since its original release, pressed on 200 neon green vinyl copies.
For the record, Asklipios Zabetas went on to join Trypes and later formed Seahorse; Giorgos Atmatzidis (aka Atmas) joined Blackmail—and the rest is history. Giorgos Kyriakos (aka Grandfather) and Kostas Trypsanis (aka Tripsunny) did not pursue music again, nor did one of the most gifted singers this scene has ever seen, Giorgos Antoniadis (aka Pluto), who passed away in 2004.
Μastering – audio restoration: Νick Stylidis @ Labyrinth Of Thoughts.
