Final Auction Price
*Final prices include buyers premium
$84.00
Starting bid: $1.00
This is a rare original handbill that advertised a run of Blue Cheer shows at the Matrix in ’67. The San Francisco Acid Rock band Blue Cheer was one of the great bands of the era. They were unapologetically powerful and loud. Their take on Eddie Cochran’s “Summertime Blues” is the quintessential version of the song.
The Matrix was an early club that hosted many Blues and folk acts along with the emerging San Francisco sound. Managed by the Airplane’s Marty Balin the matrix served as an early showcase for the band. Ads like this were distributed freely during the day but very few have survived. Original Handbills are RED HOT! Read our blog dated 5/18/18 to learn more!
Handbill – Blue Cheer at The Matrix 1966
Grade – PAE Excellent 79
Bands/Bill – Blue Cheer The Colours
Venue – The Matrix
City – San Fransisco CA
Date – 8/25-27/67
Dimensions – 8 1/2" x 11"
Printing – OHB-A Original Pre-Concert First Printing
Paper Type – Super Thin Paper
Condition Details - 100% Original with no restoration. Creases and handling 1/8th" edge tear on left 1/2" tear on right. View the detailed high res photo of this lot. Click on the thumbnail photo to see an enlarged photo. Click a second time on the magnifying glass in the upper right corner of the enlarged photo. A super high res image with every millimeter will now be clearly displayed. For a personalized eyewitness examination call 410-464-6180 11:00 am to 6:00 pm eastern.
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