Broken Wings | Mr. Mister's Legendary 1985 Performance

Get ready to soar with one of the most beautiful and atmospheric anthems of the decade. In this official archival release, Mr. Mister delivers a stunning, pitch-perfect live rendition of their massive global smash hit, "Broken Wings." Recorded live on December 12, 1985, this video captures the moody, layered precision of a historic 1985 Ritz concert in the heart of New York City, captured right as the band was taking over world radio. Driven by a hypnotic bassline, shimmering synthesizers, and Richard Page's flawless, soaring lead vocals, "Broken Wings" became a defining track of 1985. Watch this spectacular footage to see Mr. Mister live, showcasing their incredible musicianship in an intimate, high-energy club setting. Whether it is a permanent fixture on your 80s playlist or you are exploring this timeless pop-rock classic for the first time, this 1985 Ritz concert performance delivers pure magic. Turn the volume up, let the synthesizers take over, and experience Mr. Mister live delivering absolute perfection! --- 🌟 Featured Band Members: * 🎤 Richard Page – Lead Vocals, Bass Guitar * 🎸 Steve Farris – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals * 🎹 Steve George – Keyboards, Synthesizers, Backing Vocals * 🥁 Pat Mastelotto – Drums, Percussion --- ⚡ 5 Fast Facts About This "Broken Wings" Performance: 1. Reaching the Hot 100 Peak: This live set took place on December 14, 1985—the exact week that "Broken Wings" peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making this show a massive victory lap celebration for the band. 2. Breakthrough Album Success: The track was the lead single from their multi-platinum second studio album, "Welcome to the Real World," which also spawned the massive follow-up chart-topping hit, "Kyrie." 3. The Legendary Ritz Venue: The Ritz, located in New warming York City's East Village, was a legendary showcase hub for 1980s music, famously hosting breakout American shows for acts like U2, Depeche Mode, and Guns N' Roses. 4. Future Prog-Rock Royalty: The incredible, tight rhythmic backbone of this performance features drummer Pat Mastelotto, who would later go on to become the long-standing, celebrated drummer for progressive rock legends King Crimson. 5. Archival Preservation: This pristine live video feed was meticulously captured and archived, preserving a rare look at the group's highly technical, polished live setup without the use of standard studio overdubbing.

Added 7 Sept 2026