Live @ the Spectrum! ...the concert experience with tales from the inside
The legendary Philadelphia Spectrum Arena- America's Showplace!
A podcast about the Philadelphia Spectrum Concerts! From 1967-2009, the Spectrum held and hosted close to 1500 concerts and shows. The Stones, Springsteen, Billy Joel, Zeppelin and the Dead. We will delve in to the performances, recordings and memories. Featuring perspectives from myself and guests, including national and local photographers, the radio, print and media who covered the shows and performers... and of course the fans sharing their experiences. Spotlights on this date in Spectrum concert history featuring recordings and archival information. Hit the House Lights and let's rock!
Episodes
3 episodes
Four Day Creep - Humble Pie 03-15-1975
Pioneering British rock band Humble Pie rolled in the Philadelphia Spectrum for one last time on their "Goodbye Pie Tour" and left the crowd wanting for more. A blistering final set recorded and released on the Official Bootleg Box Set, Vol. 2<...
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Cumberland Blues - The Grateful Dead 9-21-1972
The Grateful Dead pulled into the Spectrum on September 21, 1972, for an electric and memorable show. They went on early and played late to another sold out Spectrum crowd! This show is highly regarded as one of the best on this tour. Get up an...
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The Rolling Stones - Gimme Shelter- July 21, 1972
Live @ the Spectrum!Our inaugural show kicks off with a fiery performance by The Stones! During the legendary 1972 tour in support of Exile on Main Street, the Stones rolled in to Philly in July for 2 days playing 3 shows. An evening sh...
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