Silverhead - Berlin Backlash 1973 (live) (2022)... Apr 2026

Silverhead was a short-lived but highly influential British glam rock band (1972–1974) fronted by the charismatic . Signed to Deep Purple’s Purple Records , they were known for a "sleazy" boogie-rock style that served as a blueprint for 80s hair metal bands like Mötley Crüe. Lineup on this recording: Michael Des Barres : Vocals Nigel Harrison : Bass (later of Blondie ) Pete Thompson : Drums Rod "Rook" Davies : Guitar Stevie Forest : Guitar Album Overview: Berlin Backlash 1973

The album, released in its modern form in 2022 (following a 2019 Audio Archives version), captures Silverhead at their peak energy during a performance at the Sportpalast, Berlin , on February 7, 1973 . The Band: Glam Rock Royalty Silverhead - Berlin Backlash 1973 (Live) (2022)...

This live set highlights the raw, aggressive side of the band that often felt "softened" in their studio recordings. It features key tracks from their self-titled debut and their sophomore effort, 16 and Savaged . Silverhead was a short-lived but highly influential British