Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago

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"It's just one of those shows that will live forever in Australian history"

Relive one of Australia’s most unforgettable concerts in our latest episode of House Vault… Thin Lizzy headlining Rocktober at Sydney Harbour '78.

Over 100,000 screaming fans rocked out on the Sydney Opera House Forecourt as the band jammed out to some of their biggest hits, including ‘Jailbreak’, ‘The Boys are Back in Town’ and ‘Don’t Believe a Word’.

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