GIRLSCHOOL Live From London 1985 DVD
Live From London 1985 captures Girlschool delivering a raw and energetic performance during the golden era of British heavy metal.
Featuring powerful songs like “Hit and Run,” “Emergency,” and “C’mon Let’s Go,” along with dynamic covers of “20th Century Boy” and “Tush,” this concert showcases the band’s relentless rock energy and enduring influence.
GIRLSCHOOL
Live From London 1985 DVD
Concert Review
Few bands captured the raw energy of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal quite like Girlschool. Live From London 1985 is a powerful snapshot of the band during one of the most exciting eras of their career, delivering fast, loud, no-nonsense rock to a packed crowd.
By 1985, Girlschool had already earned a reputation as one of the most relentless live acts in the scene. Sharing history and attitude with bands like Motörhead, the group built their reputation on gritty riffs, aggressive rhythms, and a rebellious stage presence that fit perfectly with the spirit of the early 80s metal movement.
The show opens with the punchy “C’mon Let’s Go,” immediately setting the tone for an energetic night of hard rock. The band charges through fan favorites like “Nowhere to Run,” “Hit and Run,” and “Emergency,” delivering tight performances that keep the crowd fully engaged.
One of the highlights comes with their cover of 20th Century Boy, a glam rock classic originally by T. Rex, which Girlschool transform into a powerful hard rock anthem.
The performance closes with a raucous rendition of Tush, originally by ZZ Top, giving the show a loud and celebratory finale.
While the production reflects the straightforward style of mid-80s concert recordings, the raw energy of the band shines through, reminding viewers why Girlschool remain one of the most respected pioneers of women in heavy rock.
Concert Highlights
Classic mid-80s heavy rock performance
Powerful riffs and energetic stage presence
Strong crowd reaction during “Hit and Run” and “Emergency”
Memorable cover of “20th Century Boy”
High-energy finale with “Tush”
The Good
Raw and authentic live performance
Tight musicianship and strong guitar-driven sound
Excellent representation of the 80s British metal scene
Energetic audience atmosphere
The Not-So-Good
Video production reflects typical mid-80s TV recording quality
Lighting and camera work are simple compared to modern concert films
Some audio moments feel slightly rough, though still enjoyable
DVD Format: NTSC
Source: Professional Shot (Multi-Camera)
Video Quality: Rating: 8.0
Menus: No
Chapter Selection: Every 5 Min.
Fullscreen: Yes
HD: No
Total Running Time: 57 Min.
SETLIST:
C’mon Let’s Go
Nowhere to Run
You Got Me
Play Dirty
Love Is a Lie
Hit and Run
Out to Get You
Ready to Rock
Emergency
20th Century Boy
Yeah Right
Tush
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