AXS TV Concerts Season 3 Episode 4 Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo - 35th Anniversary Tour
- January 25, 2015
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo are a musical duo legendary for creating some of the greatest hits of the 1980s. Their songs have been played countless times all over the world. Now, celebrating the 35th Anniversary of their music career, they have gone on a tour that is captured in this episode.
The AXS TV Concerts Season 3, Episode 4, titled "Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo - 35th Anniversary Tour", is an hour-long show featuring footage from their concert tour. In this episode, viewers get to witness the live performance of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, who at the age of 64, still have the rock star charm they had back in the 80s.
The show opens with a pre-show interview where both Pat and Neil talk about their career and their milestone 35th-anniversary tour. They talk about how their songs were initially unrecognized by the record industry and how they kept pushing themselves, even when things got tough. They reflect on their journey as musicians and how they still have a lot to offer.
From there, the cameras take you to the stage where Pat and Neil prepare to rock the house. The band's energy is infectious as they kick-start the show with some of their greatest hits such as: "Shadows of the Night," "Hell is for Children," and "All Fired Up." The electrifying atmosphere of the concert is palpable, and the audience is on their feet, singing and jumping along with the music.
Throughout the performance, Pat and Neil interact with the audience, sharing their thoughts and feelings about their journey and the songs that have gotten them so far. They exhibit great camaraderie on stage, displaying a perfect blend of their musical skills that have kept their fans coming back for more.
One of the highlights of the show is when Pat takes a few minutes to address what it really means to be a rock star. She talks about the sacrifices that one has to make to maintain a successful career in the entertainment industry and how crucial it is to have grit and determination.
The concert continues with more of their stellar performances such as "Love Is a Battlefield," "Treat Me Right," "Hit Me with Your Best Shot," and "Heartbreaker." Each song is performed with an unrivaled passion, with Pat's undiminished voice ringing from each melody. The duo's stage presence and their band's orchestration always make their music feel alive, vibrant, and engaging.
As the concert reaches its crescendo, the viewers are treated to a special surprise when the band plays "We Belong" from their 1984 album "Tropico." The song had long since been brushed to the side due to its lack of commercial success. However, it remains a favorite among their fans, giving them a reason to cheer one more time.
The concert finally comes to a close with a tribute to all the fans that have supported them for their three-decade-long journey. They thank and appreciate their fans and offer a final song "Goodbye to You" before taking their leave.
This episode of AXS TV Concerts Season 3 showcases the remarkable work of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. It is a rare instance where viewers get to witness the flawless execution of one of the most iconic rock acts of the 1980s. After all these years, their music still manages to capture the hearts of fans and musicians alike, and this episode is a testament to their legacy. Fans of their music can rekindle their nostalgia, and new fans can experience the timeless classics for the first time.