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$259.00
Starting bid: $1.00
Ladies and Gentlemen: Here is a historic original handbill we’ve never auctioned before until now! Stories about the Newport 1969 festival at Devonshire Downs have been told and passed down for generations. Its popularity in folklore naturally revolves mostly around the legendary Jimi Hendrix. For starters it was attended by an estimated 200 000 fans which was not only the largest festival at that time (only to be topped by Woodstock a couple months later) but it was certainly the largest audience Jimi had performed to up until that point. Then things got weird. The Jimi Hendrix Experience headlined Friday (the first night) and their set was sub-par and confusing. Apparently it seemed Jimi may have gotten dosed prior to stepping on the stage to play. To make matters worse the festival was policed by the Hell’s Angels whom were not known as being friendly fellahs when it came to organized chaos. There were several hundred people injured from riots that apparently broke out near the entrance gates. The three day festival was also stocked with inadequate food drink and restroom facilities as well as poor stage sound during several performances. The good news? Jimi Hendrix prevailed by returning on Sunday for a second set! The Sunday set was an expansive improvisational jam with Eric Burdon Buddy Miles Tracy Nelson and Mother Earth. Jimi’s enthusiastic participation won over the crowd and it proved to be THE highlight of the entire weekend! This two-sided handbill is a crowning jewel collectible in mint condition from a noteworthy and legendary time in history! Handbills are hot! Read our Blog Dated 5/18/18 to learn more!
Handbill – Newport Pop Festival Devonshire Downs 1969
Grade – PAE Mint 95
Bands/Bill – The Jimi Hendrix Experience Love Jethro Tull Marvin Gaye Creedence Clearwater Revival Ike & Tina Turner Steppenwolf Spirit Johnny Winter Joe Cocker Eric Burdon Albert King more.
Venue – Devonshire Downs
City – Northridge CA
Date – 6/20-22/69
Dimensions – 5 17/32” x 8 1/2"
Printing – OHB-A Original Pre-Concert First Printing
Series/Promoter - Mark Robinson Productions
Condition Details- There are no nicks tears pin holes or restoration of any kind. Uber Light handling.
*****This Handbill is available for inspection at our gallery by appointment. *****
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