This is yet another version of an early Motorhead album that Sanctuary keep milking from the Bronze Records catalogue (which they consumed when Bronze went under). I was told by Lemmy himself that they don’t get a penny from the sales of these albums as they got stiffed when Bronze went bust. They only get publishing from these songs. I’m not sure if that’s still the case, but it’s outrageous if it is.
Anyhoo, this is the 40th anniversary edition of this Live album when Motorhead were at the peak of their powers, I have to admit it’s a nice package with extensive liner notes and it’s spread over three discs. The first is the original release, and the other two are the full recordings from the Newcastle City Hall gig from the same tour. I was at a few shows on this tour – the highlight of which was the Port Vale Heavy Metal Holocaust. What a great day out that was. I managed to snag a backstage pass for the show and got to meet and talk with all the bands on the day. Epic day!
This is as close as you will get to being at a classic Motorhead show, and it’s a great live album. As you will probably notice, keeping time was not Motorhead’s strong point and some of these songs fly past at break neck speed compared to the album versions.
I miss this time as it was so much fun and Motorhead were a huge part of that. It still brings a tear to my eye that none of the classic line up are with us anymore. This album is pure nostalgia for me.
10/10 from The Grooveman.
