Release Date: 29 May 2026
Label: FM Concerts
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 5056083213665
Genres: Rock Progressive Rock
Description
Mike Oldfield's appearance at Knebworth on June 21, 1980 marked a significant moment in his career, representing one of his rare large-scale live performances during this period. The concert was part of a major outdoor festival that also featured other notable acts of the era, including the Beach Boys and Santana. For Oldfield, who was known for being somewhat reclusive and uncomfortable with live performances, taking the stage at such a massive venue was particularly noteworthy.
The event drew tens of thousands of fans to the historic Hertfordshire estate, which had become one of Britain's premier outdoor concert venues during the late 1970s and early 1980s. The Knebworth concert came during an interesting phase of Oldfield's career, following the enormous success of Tubular Bells and subsequent albums like Hergest Ridge, Ommadawn, and Incantations.
By 1980, Mike Oldfield had established himself as a pioneering figure in progressive rock and instrumental music, though he remained an enigmatic presence who gave relatively few interviews and live performances compared to his contemporaries. The scale of Knebworth represented both an opportunity and a challenge for an artist who preferred the controlled environment of the studio.
Tracklisting
Mike Oldfield & David Bedford
Talk Talk
Genesis
Pink Floyd
The Police
Rush
Kevin Ayers and the Whole World
Johnny Cash
Mike Oldfield
Mike Oldfield
Mike Oldfield
Piano Ensemble|Elizabeth Bergmann|Marcel Bergmann|Jeroen van Veen|Sandra van Veen
