Twisted Sister — Live at the Astoria (2008)
Type: Live album / DVD release (CD + DVD)
Artist: Twisted Sister
Released: November 17 2008 (CD/DVD combo)
Recorded: August 1 2004
Venue: London Astoria, London, England
Genre: Heavy metal / glam metal
Label: DVE Records / Demolition Records
Format: CD + DVD (uncensored live performance)
Live at the Astoria is a live CD and DVD set capturing one of Twisted Sister’s most celebrated reunion performances, recorded at the famed Astoria Theatre in London on August 1, 2004. The band’s classic lineup delivers a high‑energy show featuring many of their biggest hits and fan favorites, showcasing why they’ve remained a powerful live act long after their 1980s heyday.
Tracklist (CD/DVD – same set)
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What You Don’t Know (Sure Can’t Hurt You)
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The Kids Are Back
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Under the Blade
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Destroyer
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Like a Knife in the Back
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Burn in Hell
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Ride to Live
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Shoot ’Em Down
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You Can’t Stop Rock ’N’ Roll
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The Fire Still Burns
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We’re Not Gonna Take It
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The Price
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I Am, I’m Me
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I Wanna Rock
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Come Out & Play
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S.M.F.
Credits
Twisted Sister Members
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Dee Snider – lead vocals
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Jay Jay French – guitars, backing vocals
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Eddie “Fingers” Ojeda – guitars, backing vocals
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Mark “The Animal” Mendoza – bass, backing vocals
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A.J. Pero – drums, backing vocals
Production
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Live recorded and produced for DVD release with contemporary sound mixing and multi‑camera concert footage.
Overview & Significance
Though recorded in 2004, Live at the Astoria wasn’t released until late 2008 — making it Twisted Sister’s third major live album release. The performance is widely regarded by band members and fans as one of their best post‑1980s shows, with critics and reviewers noting its fierce energy and strong performance quality.
The CD/DVD captures Twisted Sister delivering classic hits with intensity and showmanship, demonstrating that even decades after their original success, they could still command a live stage with vigor and tight musicianship.
Cover Art Description
The Live at the Astoria cover typically presents a live performance shot or high‑contrast promotional image of the band in front of a crowd at the Astoria. The design emphasizes the raw rock energy of the show, often featuring bold metal typography with the band’s logo and title, reflecting the fierce concert atmosphere and the iconic London venue where it was recorded.
Fun Facts & Trivia
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🎸 Third Major Live Release: Live at the Astoria is considered Twisted Sister’s third official live album, following earlier concert releases like Live at Hammersmith.
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🇬🇧 London Highlight: The August 1, 2004 show at London’s Astoria was unanimously cited by band members as one of the best performances of their long career, with many recalling it as a particularly hot and intense gig.
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🎤 CD/DVD Combo: The package includes both a full audio CD and an uncensored DVD, giving fans the full concert experience in both formats — rare for many bands of their era.
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🔊 Classic Setlist: The setlist focuses on Twisted Sister’s most beloved songs, mixing anthem‑level hits (We’re Not Gonna Take It, I Wanna Rock) with harder‑edged tracks (Under the Blade, Burn in Hell).
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🕰️ Delayed Release: Although recorded in 2004, the performance footage and audio were held for several years before official release, making it a treasured archival event for fans.
Did You Know?
👉 Live at the Astoria captures Twisted Sister in their reunited classic lineup long after their original mainstream run ended, making it a key document of the band’s endurance and live prowess.
👉 The London Astoria venue itself was a historic stop on the rock circuit before its closure in 2009, and this performance stands as one of the notable rock recordings made there.
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Twisted Sisters - Under the Blade (1982)
Twisted Sisters - You Can't Stop Rock 'n' Roll (1983)
Twisted Sisters - Stay Hungry (1984)
Twisted Sisters - Come Out and Play (1985)
Twisted Sisters - Love Is for Suckers (1987)
Twisted Sisters - Big Hits and Nasty Cuts (1992)
