This live double album, released five years after
Randy Rhoads' death, showcases a hard rock guitarist whose all-around ability was arguably second only to
Eddie Van Halen.
Osbourne leads his best band lineup through the entire
Blizzard repertoire, plus a few
Diary and
Sabbath numbers. Of special note are
Rhoads' unaccompanied solos, leaving no doubts about his virtuosity, and the studio outtakes of his short solo piece, "Dee."
Rhoads' entire output is absolutely essential for guitar freaks, but he sounds even better live than in the studio. ~ Steve Huey, All Music Guide