Great concert by Ian Dury & The Blockeads from February 21, 1978, at the WDR studio in Cologne (Germany) inc the hits “Sex And Drugs And Rock’n’Roll” and “What A Waste” Re-issue of the individual CD and DVD – now in one package with new front cover artworkWith their catchy mix of post-punk, funk, and rhythmic spoken vocals, Ian Dury and the Blockheads became pioneers of the new wave scene.Frontman Dury captivated audiences with his mischievous Cockney wit and ecstatic stage show.In the mid-1970s, Ian Dury was the fgurehead of the British new wave and pub rock scene.His 1977 debut album “New Boots And Panties!!!” became a classic shortly after its release: songs like “Sex And Drugs And Rock’n_Roll” became catchphrases, and the melodic and creative richness of early Ian Dury, coupled with his extravagant stage show, made him a legend.The Rockpalast concert, which has now been released, was recorded just a few months after the release of “New Boots And Panties” and contains all the highlights of the album, a completely unrestrained Ian Dury and the Blockheads playing brilliantly!A memorable performance, recorded by WDR on February 21, 1978, at WDR Studio-L in Cologne, precisely because Dury was virtually unknown in Germany at the time.His quirky performance is more reminiscent of a staggering drug addict than a musician who doesn’t take himself too seriously, but still gives his all and always works professionally.A document of its time, not so metal, but extremely worth seeing and hearing – a classic!
