On this day October 15 1983, Pat Benatar released Live from Earth, her first live album capturing the power and energy of her performances during the Get Nervous tour. The record showcased Benatar’s commanding stage presence and the fiery chemistry with her band, led by guitarist Neil Giraldo.
Live from Earth included live renditions of her biggest hits like Heartbreaker, Fire and Ice, and Promises in the Dark, along with two new studio tracks Love Is a Battlefield and Lipstick Lies. Love Is a Battlefield became one of her signature songs, earning her a Grammy and major MTV airplay.
80s insight: Live from Earth highlighted the raw power of Pat Benatar’s voice and performance, reminding fans that she was not just an MTV icon but one of rock’s most dynamic live artists of the decade.
Live from Earth included live renditions of her biggest hits like Heartbreaker, Fire and Ice, and Promises in the Dark, along with two new studio tracks Love Is a Battlefield and Lipstick Lies. Love Is a Battlefield became one of her signature songs, earning her a Grammy and major MTV airplay.
80s insight: Live from Earth highlighted the raw power of Pat Benatar’s voice and performance, reminding fans that she was not just an MTV icon but one of rock’s most dynamic live artists of the decade.
