BUZZCOCKS / Live At The Palladium 1979 (1CDR)

01. I Don't Mind
02. Autonomy
03. Ever Fallen In Love (With Someone You Shouldn't've)
04. Mad, Mad Judy
05. Sixteen Again
06. Moving Away From Pulsebeat
07. Noise Annoys
08. What Do I Get? / Harmony In My Head
09. Everybody's Happy Nowadays
10. You Say You Don't Love Me
11. I Don't Know What To Do With My Life
12. I Believe
13. Fast Cars
14. Breakdown
15. Boredom

This release features a broadcast recording of Buzzcocks' 1979 New York concert. As it is a broadcast source, the sound is clear and well-defined, making it an ideal entry point for newcomers. While an Italian release existed previously in 1992, this edition utilizes the latest 2021 remaster. Although "Love You More" has been omitted, the recording fully captures the audience's fervor during early punk classics like "Breakdown" and "Boredom"—songs originally sung by Howard Devoto—and the rhythm section of John Maher and Steve Garvey delivers a performance full of unstoppable energy. The setlist, drawing from three albums, is sure to satisfy any fan. Early punk enthusiasts will find the relentless succession of classics—kicking off with "Fast Cars"—irresistible; this is a release meant to be enjoyed at high volume.
For die-hard fans who might tear up just hearing Pete Shelley's stage banter, this is an absolute must-buy.