In case you were wondering, the Live And Dangerous DVD is not simply a concert video recording of the band's seminal 1978 live double album of the same name. The Live And Dangerous album was actually pieced together from various shows during Thin Lizzy's 1977 tour and, supposedly, it also featured more re-recorded parts than even Kiss Alive. I mean no disparagement as both are among my all-time favorite "live" rock albums, but I do prefer them 100% live and untouched.
The Live And Dangerous DVD features a concert that was recorded at The Rainbow Theater in London on March 29, 1978, and was first aired on British TV to promote the new live album. The show was also released the same year on VHS video. The performance features a tight, 11-song set that showcases what a dynamic live act Thin Lizzy were, and what a memorable group of songs they churned out in such a short period.
While most bands today would be hard pressed to squeeze out two albums in a five year span, Thin Lizzy spit out Nightlife, Fighting, Jailbreak, Johnny The Fox, Bad Reputation, and Live And Dangerous between 1974-1978 — and they all rocked.
The video begins with a prerecorded version of "Rosalie" playing in the background as the road crew are shown setting up the band's equipment at the venue. In fact, Thin Lizzy used to open for — and became big fans of — Bob Seger, which is how their muscular cover of this song came about. And speaking of Seger, where in the hell is his concert DVD?!
The concert kicks off with the band's best known song, "The Boys Are Back In Town," and these boys leave no doubt that something special lay in store on this night. Featuring their quintessential line-up of Phil Lynott (vocals/bass), Scott Gorham (guitar), Brian Robertson (guitar), and Brian Downey (drums), Thin Lizzy were, by this point, at the peak of their powers.
What follows is a non-stop barrage of intense rockers, easing up only briefly for the stunning ballad, "Still In Love With You," Lynott's poignant vocal performance demonstrating part of why he became such a star.
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