I never saw them either. I did see 1980s version David Johansen a few times, though. 

I never got to see the NYD live, but did catch Buster. But yeah, an amazing performer.

StillStackinAfterAllTheseYears

New York legend. I saw many of his shows under both personas, but I think I liked him as himself best. New York Dolls was groundbreaking.

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David Johansen (Buster Poindexter), New York Dolls CoFounder, Has Stage 4 Cancer

New York legend. I saw many of his shows under both personas, but I think I liked him as himself best. New York Dolls was groundbreaking. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aQTGqqXHw4