On their first international tour, in May of 1982, Americana music legends The Blasters were recorded at the Venue in London England. Six of those tracks were released on Slash Records as a 12” EP later that year. Four more tracks were uncovered and included on the Rhino/Warner Bros anthology album Testament in 1997. As part of a new catalog deal for the Blasters recordings with Liberation Hall, the label has uncovered the thirteen remaining tracks and is releasing the complete concert.
The show found The Blasters firing on all cylinders as they were taking off in London, after Shakin Stevens’ version of the Dave Alvin-written “Marie Marie” hit the top 20 of the UK charts. It is quintessential listening, and a magical music moment uncovered for any fan of the band.
The RSD Black Friday classic black vinyl double LP exclusive is housed in a gatefold sleeve with new liner notes, rare photos and memorabilia images.
Tracklist
Side A 1. This Is It 2. Crazy Baby 3. No Other Girl 4. What Will Lucy Do? 5. Border Radio 6. I Don’t Want To
Side B 1. Rock Boppin’ Baby 2. Tag Along 3. I Love You So 4. Got Love If You Want It 5. Walkin’ With Mr. Lee 6. I’m Shakin
Side C 1. Hollywood Bed 2. Go, Go, Go 3. Stop The Clock 4. Marie, Marie 5. American Music 6. So Long Baby Goodbye
Side D 1. Roll ‘Em Pete 2. High School Confidential 3. These Arms of Mine 4. Keep A Knockin’ 5. Barn Burning