This band was the opening act: TALAS!
The pride of Buffalo, NY - they were/are (they still get together for reunions every now and again) a three piece band. And, they were the perfect opener for VH...
My friend (Hey, Eric!) and I were anticipating Eddie rippin' up the fretboard, but unbeknownst to us Talas featured a guy that also could also cut loose on the neck - of a BASS GUITAR!
His name is Billy Sheehan! (You may remember him from DLR, Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs, Etc., Etc.) His Bass Playing and Tone were Awesome and unlike anything I'd ever heard back then! They put on a great, rockin' show - Billy all over the bass and the stage! And, Dave and Paul were no slouches either!
This is their 2nd record, which is long Out Of Print!
IF You've never heard it - I highly recommend You do so Now!
NEW LINK: 2/3/21