"His hair was perfect..." - Warren Zevon (Werewolves Of London Live)

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Experience Warren Zevon at the peak of his powers during this electrifying 1982 performance at the Capitol Theatre. This rendition of his signature hit captures the dark wit and raw energy that made him a legendary figure in rock history. Watch as Zevon leads his band through the howling choruses and sharp lyrics of his most famous masterpiece.

🎹 Warren Zevon
🎸 Waddy Wachtel
🎸 Leland Sklar
🥁 Rick Marotta

📅 October 1, 1982

Werewolves of London peaked at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978. The parent album Excitable Boy was certified Platinum by the RIAA and remains Zevon's best-selling work with over 1 million copies sold.

Did You Know?
• The song's title and concept were suggested by Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers after he saw the 1935 film Werewolf of London on television.
• It took about seven years from the initial idea for Zevon to finally write and record the track for his 1978 breakthrough album.
• The studio recording of this track famously features the rhythm section of Fleetwood Mac with Mick Fleetwood on drums and John McVie on bass.

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