Blue Öyster Cult - Veteran of the Psychic Wars (Live) 10/9/1981 [Digitally Restored]

I don't have PTSD and I've never fought in a war, but somehow this song hits me very deep. One of the most unique rock songs I've ever heard, and my God, Buck on this performance is on fire

My go-to song when I'm beaten down and depressed. Like now. It gives me the strength 💪 to get up.

im still in the trench with you. you are not alone

Who else is here because of the Heavy Metal soundtrack?
Wow, great music ✊👍

And it’s completely IMPROVISED!

I watched it live on mtv. Best solo EVER PERIOD!

Saw them on the 81 tour at the Hampton Coliseum.

In my top 20 of the best solo ever, live or not.

It's such a shame the epic monster of a guitar solo is not in the original version.
Mad respect though

Are you kidding me? Buck Dharma killing it. Love the vocals. All around awesome live performance.

My favorite guitar solo EVER!

the best of the bestest

You see me now, a veteran
Of a thousand psychic wars
I've been living on the edge so long
Where the winds of limbo roar
And I'm young enough to look at
And far too old to see
All the scars are on the inside
I'm not sure if there's anything left of me
Don't let these shakes go on
It's time we had a break from it
It's time we had some leave
We've been living in the flames
We've been eating up our brains
Oh, please, don't let these shakes go on
You ask me why I'm weary
Why I can't speak to you
You blame me for my silence
Say it's time I changed and grew
But the war's still going on, dear
And there's no end that I know
And I can't say if we're ever-
I can't say if we're ever gonna be free
Don't let these shakes go on
It's time we had a break from it
It's time we had some leave
We've been living in the flames
We've been eating up our brains
Oh, please, don't let these shakes go on
You see me now, a veteran
Of a thousand psychic wars
My energy's spent at last
And my armor is destroyed
I have used up all my weapons
And I'm helpless and bereaved
Wounds are all I'm made of
Did I hear you say that this is victory?
Don't let these shakes go on
It's time we had a break from it
Send me to the rear
Where the tides of madness swell
And been sliding into Hell
Oh, please, don't let these shakes go on
Don't let these shakes go on
Don't let these shakes go on

KICKING ASS MUSIC! Love it!

Ì can relate to this song as a combat veteran, it's all about PTSD

no guitar solo has ever melted my face as hard as that magnificent reckoning of a performace

I never get enough of this video! One of Eric's finest vocal performances. Heck the whole bad was great...soooo tight! But Buck...OMG that lead was beyond amazing! I agree with the poster who said it was a religious experience...probably tge best description of that solo I've heard.

Buck at the top of his game

F'n A man, that solo is way too good. Let is not overlook how great the band is though, and how Damn perfect Mr.Bloom sings this! Really impressed by Mr.Downey as well!

Best solo Buck played the best concert too

One of the best bands to ever come down the pike, underrated. Seen them many times, always top shelve live on stage, I definitely saw the band on this tour, immaculate

Ihanaa musiikkia, tykkään todella!!!

Buck Dharma is seriously underrated as a guitarist

Under rated guitar player!! This solo, damn...😮

BOC was kicking on 8 cylinders here, pure classic rock, no band today could match this

So good it damage my brain. Amazing band and a killer guitar solo. haha thanks

Amazing version! Buck Dharma is an incredible ead guitar man! El solo es impresionante. Rick Downey me imñresiona en la bateria!

Great job blending all that together

They ruined the guitar solo with a comercial interruption. wtf…..

Best solo ever.

Did anyone noticed lyrics here was written By Michael Moorcock?

:)

Live is good like originally.

Bucks sounds like a million bucks. What a band.

🎉This I such a brilliant version of this great track!

apotheosis

Thank you so very kindly !

Crappy camera work. When Buck's solo starts, the camera should be on him

The "best cover" of VotPW...

At their best, this is a complete masterpiece. I was fortunate to see them in 1984, but really wish I could have been at this show. Half of the Extra Terrestrial Live album came from this show.

Buck Dharma is an awesome guitar player.

This Is Fire 🔥🙏🏽💙🌿

This is one of my favorite bands of all time I saw them five times they were very talented 😎😎😎

I've seen these guys live many times since the 70's right through to the 2000's and they never disappoint. True rock legends. My dream concert would be BOC with Opeth opening for them.

As far as I am concerned, greatest solo ever.