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Comment on Rolling Stones Concert Poster 1966 Window Card – Lynn, Mass. by Matt

Matt — Thu, 09 May 2013 03:29:24 +0000

I live in Malden, MA which is a couple towns away.. but my dad grew up in Lynn. He was 13 when the Rolling Stones played Manning Bowl in 1966. He’s told me about the show many times over the years and how huge it was considering the Stones were relatively new to the U.S at the time. Your YouTube video was really informative, interesting, and added a lot to what I know about the show. Thanks!

FYI: Manning Bowl was torn down in 2004 and replaced with a smaller football stadium. It was, however, HUGE in terms of capacity for a high school stadium, it fit 20,000+ people.

Comment on Jimi Hendrix Experience Window Card 1969 Globe Cardboard, Large by larryfj

larryfj — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:35:06 +0000

Hey Pete, I was there at that concert! I think I was about 15yrs old. You are right, there were no other acts on the show. I remember that Mitchell’s drums were nailed down to the drum riser. Interestingly, I don’t think this concert was the loudest heard at Dorton. I think that honor may go to Chicago. Many other acts played at Dorton: Led Zeplin, BS&T, Chicago, Grand Funk Railroad, King Crimson, James Taylor, Three Dog Night, Jethro Tull, and Black Sabbath. I am sure there were others. Also, virtually all country acts of the last 50 years have played there as well. They even raced midget open wheel cars inside! Also, since you mentioned not knowing about the architect, you might like to read about him: Matthew Nowicki. Quite notable internationally. http://ncarchitects.lib.ncsu.edu/people/P000044

Comment on Rare Grateful Dead Concert Poster – Hawaiian Aoxomoxoa 1969 by baynejr2013

baynejr2013 — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 05:25:15 +0000

Reblogged this on Buffalo Bayne and commented: My favorite poster ever!!!!!

Comment on Jimi Hendrix, Doors, Grateful Dead Concert Posters – Authentic or Bootleg? by Peter Dueber

Peter Dueber — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 22:11:03 +0000

Thank you for verifying that I have an original. I attended the concert but could not remember if I bought it there or afterwards. Very helpful.

Comment on Led Zeppelin Concert Tickets 1969 & 1977 Never Used by meg kistler

meg kistler — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:49:49 +0000

I have an intact ticket for Led Zeppelin’s concert that was scheduled for August 13, 1977 at JFK Stadium in Philladelphia, I stood in line at ticketmaster for 8 hours. When I heard that the tour had been canceled due to the tragic death of Robert Plant’s son. I decided to just keep the ticket, rather than send in back for a refund.

Comment on 1930s Big Band Jazz Concert Posters – Cab Calloway, Earl Hines by danapronounceddonna

danapronounceddonna — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 01:05:45 +0000

I am a huge Cab Calloway fan! This is awesome. Thanks for sharing.

Comment on Bob Dylan Concert Flyer – 1966 Tour w/ The Band (The Hawks) by piscine davao

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Comment on Jimi Hendrix, Doors, Grateful Dead Concert Posters – Authentic or Bootleg? by Frank Bettencourt

Frank Bettencourt — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:06:55 +0000

The first poster shown was done by fellow artist John Cushing. He did the one poster for Jim Salzer. Happy to know I have a first printing of this poster! I was never sure.

Comment on Elvis Presley Concert Poster 1973 Rare Lake Tahoe 3 AM Show! by Joe Krein

Joe Krein — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 18:40:36 +0000

I have a photo in my book of that poster out side the casino . so it is very real. i also have a poster that was on the elevator for his Mothers Day Concert . It mentions a rose or carnation to all Mothers. Elvis speaks about this poster during the concert.

Comment on Led Zeppelin Concert Poster 1969 Original vs. Reproduction by Frank Bettencourt

Frank Bettencourt — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:39:42 +0000

Hello Pete Howard,
Nice video on the Led Zeppelin/Jethro Tull poster and how to authenticate the original printings from the later printings. I’m very happy someone has taken the time to do so. My name is Frank Bettencourt and I was the artist that did this poster. I still have the original pen and ink drawing in my home.

The reason I’m writing is that I would like to make it clear that I had nothing to do with any of the reprints. That falls upon Jim Salzer. I did not know that he reprinted the posters until the Art of Rock book came out and I found that my posters were of some value. I won’t get into the whole sordid mess that transpired over the reprints, I will just say that I was less than pleased with the idea. Although I held the copyright and the original drawings, I was not informed, nor did I benefit financially from any reprints.

I did, however, find many people very upset with me. Legalities pursued and at this time Jim Salzer and myself are on decent terms. I was paid $100.00 for doing this poster and Jim made quite a bit from it. I would hope, in the future, that you would mention that, as the artist, I was unaware of any reprints of my work. I did not know they were even worth any money. Luckily, I did keep quite a few and sell them every once in a while.

I will say that not all of my images were reproduced, which is fortunate. Much time has gone by and sometimes letting bygones be bygones is the best policy. I cannot undo what has been done. All the concerts were great and I was able to meet most of the band members. I have continued to produce artwork for over 45 years, but more fine art than poster art. I was 17 or 18 when I did the Led Zeppelin poster.

Just wanted to set the record straight about the reprints and let you know that I appreciate your video which does just that.

Best regards,
Frank Bettencourt