Sex Pistols Full Concert Live at Shepherd's Bush Empire
Venue: Shepherd's Bush Empire
Location: London, England, United Kingdom
Date: July 17, 1996
When the Sex Pistols lit up the Shepherd's Bush Empire on July 17, 1996, they were in the midst of their Filthy Lucre Tour. This show came almost two decades after the release of their iconic debut album, *Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols*, which had completely revolutionized punk rock music. By the time of this concert, the Pistols had released a few compilations and live albums, but their original music was still the lifeblood of their performances. Interestingly, the 1996 tour marked their first since the infamous split back in 1978, underscoring the band’s lasting impact and their unresolved legacy in music history. Tracks like “God Save the Queen” and “Anarchy in the U.K.” fired up audiences, reminding everyone why this band could hold such a legendary status. It’s kind of wild to think; after all the drama and turmoil, their raw sound still resonated powerfully with fans at that show.
