@@RCC.1962 / You hear two stories: One being that the road or touring management company was awful, and the only way the band made any money was on tour, so they were basically on tour from 1978 to the end of 1980 with a management team they all disliked immensely. The other thing you hear is that Pat Thrall and Pat Travers were not getting along and Tommy Aldrich was actively working a side deal with Ozzy's team and was hinting he was leaving soon and so Adrich and Thrall just quit during the one long tour break in 1980 - and that was the end
@Andrew_M_Ward PT said they left because they were unhappy with management and the money. I don't believe there was any rift between the PT's. The drugs might have been a factor in Tommy leaving. He left Black Oak Arkansas for that reason.
Saw that same lineup in Oakland. I didn't even know who DL was. They were pretty good, though. I always remind my younger brother that I saw the DL original lineup. He is 5 years younger and a huge DL fan.
Listening in June 2024! Saw PT during this tour...in Phoenix, AZ 1980. Then i saw him again in 1981 for the Radioactive tour. NEVER seen anything like it before, or since then.
1979 was the GFWYK tour. I saw them in August '79 and PT had the same shirt and pants that were on the album covers. He even wore the same watch. 1980 was the Crash and Burn tour, and I caught that one in Oakland. Radioactive was indeed 1981 and saw that one in Daily City CA. Unfortunately, it was Ritchie's turn to headline.
I was there with you in Oakland for the Crash & Burn tour and Raidioactive opening for Rainbow. First time seeing PT was in late December 1980 opening for Cheap Trick also in Oakland. Caught Hughes/Thrall at the Old Waldorf in SF in ‘82 with Tommy on drums. That was a cool show. Just a high school kid but a great time to be a rock ‘n’ roll fan. Hard rock at its peak.
Pat Travers was in his prime with the fantastic lineup of Pat Thrall, Tommy and Mars. Pat Thrall added what Pat needed and more. Why Pat moved on or was fired was never explained? Saw Pat Travers in concert with and without Pat Thrall and it was never the same without Pat Thrall. Pat Travers has had too many lineup changes, with his lineup getting worse thru his long career.
Pat, why did you ever leave the Travers band???? You two were the best guitarists ever but only when playing with each other. Why would you go become a record producer with your guitar skill???? You need to get back with Pat and make another album with him. I dont need to say more, just read the rest of the comments here, they say everything I would want to say.
Sorry I’m a bit obsessed with the wammy bar. Isn’t this early to have a locking trem. I can’t really see it but I assume it’s an early Floyd. And what pickup is in the bridge position? Sounds great.
I was and still am a travers fan, however if him and pat thrall weren't on so much coke they could have been legends ! Pat thrall was the best thing to happen with line up, besides Tommy Aldridge(a real jerk) when I met him with Ozzy. To much drugs for travers and thrall. Interesting fact, look at his wishbone around his neck, when I met travers it was a two way tooter for coke! Glad he's still alive and thrall too. Peace.
That songs a hot mess. They have the basics of a great riff and grove but try to get tricky with weirdd fills and breaking up the tempo, and throwing in some funk rhythm... Egad. It should have been a much heavier, better song.
One of the greatest band lineups in rock history in my opinion.
Can't argue with that.
Can’t agree more
Yep Tommy Aldridge!!
No.... actually THE best lineup in rock history.
Yes, I totally agree. I saw them twice with this lineup in 1979 and 1980 in Sacramento, CA. they kicked ass.
My absolute favorite lineup of all time
Why did these guys, from this lineup, leave the band? 1979 and 1980 were GREAT years, for the band. Any idea?
@@RCC.1962 / You hear two stories: One being that the road or touring management company was awful, and the only way the band made any money was on tour, so they were basically on tour from 1978 to the end of 1980 with a management team they all disliked immensely. The other thing you hear is that Pat Thrall and Pat Travers were not getting along and Tommy Aldrich was actively working a side deal with Ozzy's team and was hinting he was leaving soon and so Adrich and Thrall just quit during the one long tour break in 1980 - and that was the end
@Andrew_M_Ward PT said they left because they were unhappy with management and the money. I don't believe there was any rift between the PT's. The drugs might have been a factor in Tommy leaving. He left Black Oak Arkansas for that reason.
I saw this lineup and they totally blew away def leppard who opened
Saw that same lineup in Oakland. I didn't even know who DL was. They were pretty good, though. I always remind my younger brother that I saw the DL original lineup. He is 5 years younger and a huge DL fan.
I saw them in Seattle on this tour, I was 11. Many years later my band opened for Pat and I had him autograph the ticket and my A/DA Flanger
The Very Best Pat Travers Band EVER
100%
One of the best bands ever!!!!!!!!!!!
Killer twin guitar attack, superb bass player and the best rock drummer on the planet!
I've searched for years for live footage of this line up.. This is amazing ❤️❤️
Right! A rarity even with the bad audio
Saw them this same year. Running on all cylinders. Excellent band.
I guess every rock band should HAVE to cover this tune....
Listening in June 2024! Saw PT during this tour...in Phoenix, AZ 1980. Then i saw him again in 1981 for the Radioactive tour. NEVER seen anything like it before, or since then.
1979 was the GFWYK tour. I saw them in August '79 and PT had the same shirt and pants that were on the album covers. He even wore the same watch. 1980 was the Crash and Burn tour, and I caught that one in Oakland. Radioactive was indeed 1981 and saw that one in Daily City CA. Unfortunately, it was Ritchie's turn to headline.
I was there with you in Oakland for the Crash & Burn tour and Raidioactive opening for Rainbow. First time seeing PT was in late December 1980 opening for Cheap Trick also in Oakland. Caught Hughes/Thrall at the Old Waldorf in SF in ‘82 with Tommy on drums. That was a cool show. Just a high school kid but a great time to be a rock ‘n’ roll fan. Hard rock at its peak.
@silvertuna6270 I also saw PT in July at a Day On The Green show. It was later in the Radio Active tour.
Pat Thrall on Lead Guitar was a cross of Beck and Clapton, with his own unique voice
Who all first heard of Pat Thrall via Improvising Rock Guitar Vol 1”…..remember the soft vinyl record that came with it?
Quick somebody pass me the oxygen bottle…..I can’t catch my breath this band is TOO GOOD!👍 Thanks 🙏 😊
Pat Travers is one of the best rockers ever and he always has an awesome band with him! Total blues rockin' madness with great vocals!!
They were 🔥 at that time. When I was in school, seen them twice. One of my favorites.
Hey pat. You played with my friend John on drums with meat. Always loved your playing . Thanks for the music.
Definitely his best line up and the best use of the incredible A/DA Flanger.
Mars is the man
Saw these guys at the Manchester Apollo brilliant
I’m speechless after seeing this. One of the best bands ever!
This and the Snortin' Whiskey video are the best footage of Thrall playing I've ever seen. Thanks for uploading.
Pat Travers was in his prime with the fantastic lineup of Pat Thrall, Tommy and Mars. Pat Thrall added what Pat needed and more. Why Pat moved on or was fired was never explained? Saw Pat Travers in concert with and without Pat Thrall and it was never the same without Pat Thrall. Pat Travers has had too many lineup changes, with his lineup getting worse thru his long career.
Yep Tommy Aldridge!!
That Gibson SG is screaming , WOW !
It’s a Melody Maker
Man...don't hide this stuff, please!
PT was the best! My fave era was 1979 to 1981. The LIVE album, Crash and burn, and Radioactive.
MORE OF THESE PLEASE!!! BEEN LOOKING FOREVER!!!
Best of the best right there. ! Legends.
This is awesome! Great to see video of this era of Pat Travers career!
So cool! Now I know who was playing what leads on the album.
I can easily tell by the tones and style of playing. Thrall was of the newer style players,like EVH and PT is old school blues rock style.
I am going to see the " King of Shredder,s " very soon! Rock On 4 Ever my Brother !
Rock On!!!
Here Here!!!
AMAZING🔥🔥🔥
Tommy Fuckin' Aldridge
Thanks so much for the awesome upload Mr. Thrall. Long live Sir Mars Cowling 🤘😎🤙
Pat, why did you ever leave the Travers band???? You two were the best guitarists ever but only when playing with each other. Why would you go become a record producer with your guitar skill???? You need to get back with Pat and make another album with him. I dont need to say more, just read the rest of the comments here, they say everything I would want to say.
Thanks for Posting Pat! You rule 🥳
You are so welcome!
Amazing!!!
Thank you so much for the upload 🎉 I need a lighter emoji lol
#whatta sweet rocker >
YUP
Sorry I’m a bit obsessed with the wammy bar. Isn’t this early to have a locking trem. I can’t really see it but I assume it’s an early Floyd.
And what pickup is in the bridge position?
Sounds great.
I had one of the first Floyd's. I was the first to show it and explain how it worked in Guitar Player Magazine.
I was and still am a travers fan, however if him and pat thrall weren't on so much coke they could have been legends ! Pat thrall was the best thing to happen with line up, besides Tommy Aldridge(a real jerk) when I met him with Ozzy. To much drugs for travers and thrall. Interesting fact, look at his wishbone around his neck, when I met travers it was a two way tooter for coke! Glad he's still alive and thrall too. Peace.
That songs a hot mess. They have the basics of a great riff and grove but try to get tricky with weirdd fills and breaking up the tempo, and throwing in some funk rhythm... Egad. It should have been a much heavier, better song.
So glad no one else in the comments feels that way.