On 29th August 2024, the Graham Bonnet Band took the stage of the world-famous Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles for a night that captured the power, history, and energy of the acclaimed vocalist.
Filmed and recorded in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the legendary Sunset Strip venue, Lost In Hollywood Again is out on 12th December, via Frontiers Music Srl; showcasing not only Bonnett’s legacy but also the chemistry and fire of his current band.
“It goes without say, that ‘Since You’ve Been Gone’ should be the first single off our new live DVD,” announced Bonnet. “It’s the song that put Rainbow on the map and jettisoned my career. It’s a damn fine song and I wish I’d written it with Russ Ballard.”
Lost In Hollywood Again has been described as more than a concert – Rather a celebration of Graham Bonnet’s enduring legacy and timeless songs, carried by a legendary voice, elevated by outstanding musicianship, and standing as a testament to the lasting power of hard rock.
The setlist is a journey through Bonnet’s career, featuring classics from Rainbow, Michael Schenker Group, and Alcatrazz, alongside hard-hitting originals from the Graham Bonnet Band catalogue. With Bonnet’s trademark vocals said to be in top form, with the performance blending nostalgia with vitality, and proving why he remains an enduring force in hard rock.
Alongside Bonnet that night were guitarist Conrado Pesinato, bass player Beth-Ami Heavenstone, keyboard player Alessandro Bertoni, and drummer Francis Cassol.
Known for his powerful and versatile voice, Graham Bonnet first achieved chart success in 1968 as part of the duo The Marbles, whose single ‘Only One Woman’ reached No. 5 in the UK. Over his long career he has recorded and performed both as a solo artist – notably in Australia early in his solo career, and as a member of several prominent rock and heavy metal bands, including Rainbow, the Michael Schenker Group (MSG), Alcatrazz, Impellitteri, Blackthorne, and others.
Bonnet’s time with Rainbow was a defining period in his career: he joined in 1979, replacing Ronnie James Dio as vocalist, and contributed to the album Down To Earth, that included hits such as ‘Since You’ve Been Gone’ and ‘All Night Long’. After leaving Rainbow he resumed his solo work, his ‘Night Games’ single reaching No. 6 in the UK charts, then later joined and formed several bands including MSG and Alcatrazz.
In more recent years Bonnet has continued to remain active touring and releasing solo albums, he also formed the Graham Bonnet Band, and also participated in projects like Michael Schenker Fest.
Lost In Hollywood Again features: ‘Eyes Of The World’, ‘All Night Long’, ‘Love’s No Friend’, ‘Making Love’, ‘Since You’ve Been Gone’, ‘Keys Solo’, Lazy’, ‘Imposter’, ‘S.O.S.’, ‘Desert Song’, ‘Drums solo’, ‘Night Games’, ‘Into The Night’, ‘Assault Attack’, ‘ Too Young To Die, Too Drunk To Live’ and ‘Lost In Hollywood’ – It is available here.
