Formed in the early '80s by ex-Dictators guitarist Scott Kempner, the Del Lords combined elements of '60s garage rock with country, blues, and folk influences to become one of the initial progenitors of roots rock. Kempner recruited former Joan Jett guitarist Eric "Roscoe" Ambel, bassist Manny Caiati, and drummer Frank Funaro, and the Del Lords released their first disc, Frontier Days, on Enigma/EMI in 1984. The album was noted for its guts, street smarts, and twangy guitars, a balanced blend of Springsteen meets Johnny Thunders.
These are photos from concerts where The Del Lords played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
David Gilmour / The Del Lords Jun 8, 1984 Chicago, Illinois, United States Uploaded by Laurelei
David Gilmour / The Del Lords Jun 8, 1984 Chicago, Illinois, United States Uploaded by Igatti
Clarence Clemons and the Red Bank Rockers / David Johansen / The Del Lords May 12, 1984 Frankfort, New York, United States Uploaded by Brucefan24
