Sex Pistols - Live 76 (4 LP)

The Sex Pistols' 'Live 76' is a seminal collection of historic live performances, officially sanctioned by the band and meticulously mastered at the renowned Abbey Road Studios. Released on 19 August 2016 via Universal Music Catalogue, this 4CD and 4LP box set is a must-have for collectors and hardcore fans of the iconic punk group.

Capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the Sex Pistols in 1976, a year widely regarded as the band's pinnacle, 'Live 76' features four revolutionary live recordings from notable UK venues, including the Lesser Free Trade Hall in Manchester, Screen On The Green in Islington, HM Prison Chelmsford, and the 76 Club in Burton-on-Trent.

With Glen Matlock on bass, these performances showcase the band's superior sound and unbridled passion, which would later influence their sole studio album, 'Never Mind The Bollocks'. The 57-track setlist includes renditions of classic tracks like 'Anarchy In The UK', 'Pretty Vacant', and 'No Feelings', demonstrating the band's unwavering intensity and unapologetic attitude.

As a testament to the Sex Pistols' enduring legacy, 'Live 76' is an essential addition to any punk rock enthusiast's collection, offering a unique glimpse into the band's formative years and the genesis of the punk movement. With its professionally mastered recordings and accompanying photographs, this box set is a fitting tribute to the Sex Pistols' groundbreaking music and their profound impact on the genre.

This 4LP set was released in 2016.