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Sex Pistols

Sex Pistols - Live at Winterland 1978 Full Concert Featuring 'God Save The Queen'

Venue: Winterland Ballroom Location: San Francisco, California, United States Date: December 31, 1977

On December 31, 1977, the Sex Pistols delivered a show-stopping performance at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco, and it was a fascinating moment in their whirlwind career. Just months earlier, they had released their groundbreaking debut album, *Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols*, which shattered conventions and became a punk anthem. By the time of this live recording, the band had already stirred significant controversy and media attention, particularly with their notorious single "God Save the Queen." This concert was part of their chaotic U.S. tour, a period marked by unpredictability, raucous energy, and a refusal to play by the industry’s rules. The Winterland gig captured the raw essence of punk rock—loud, defiant, and unapologetically rebellious—showcasing tracks that would remain iconic, like "Anarchy in the U.K." and "Bodies." It's worth noting that this performance was one of their last before the original lineup unravelled, making it a pivotal moment in

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