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  1. Pete

    From the 80s Concert Flyers: February 1987

    Before online ticket drops and countdown timers, this is how a major tour announcement hit the streets. A bold black and white flyer. A radio promoted show. One night to be there. This flyer captures Iron Maiden bringing the Somewhere in Time Tour to the Portland Memorial Coliseum on February...
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  2. Pete

    From the 80s Concert Flyers: February 1985

    Before online ticketing, before social media announcements and before email blasts this is how concerts were promoted. A single printed flyer tied to a local radio station pinned up in record stores, passed around at work or school or folded into a back pocket to be saved. This flyer captures...
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  3. On This Day October 15 1983 - Pat Benatar Released the Live Album Live from Earth

    On This Day October 15 1983 - Pat Benatar Released the Live Album Live from Earth

    On this day October 15 1983, Pat Benatar released Live from Earth, her first live album capturing the power and energy of her performances during the Get Nervous tour. The record showcased Benatar’s commanding stage presence and the fiery chemistry with her band, led by guitarist Neil Giraldo...
  4. On This Day September 25, 1981 – The Rolling Stones Opened Their US Tour in Philadelphia

    On This Day September 25, 1981 – The Rolling Stones Opened Their US Tour in Philadelphia

    On this day September 25, 1981 The Rolling Stones kicked off their highly anticipated US tour with a massive concert in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The tour supported their album Tattoo You and marked one of the biggest rock events of the early 80s, drawing huge crowds and critical acclaim. The...
  5. On This Day September 22, 1982 – The Who Began Their Farewell Tour in Washington D.C.

    On This Day September 22, 1982 – The Who Began Their Farewell Tour in Washington D.C.

    On this day September 22, 1982 The Who began their highly publicized Farewell Tour in Washington D.C. At the time, the band announced it as their final major outing, drawing enormous attention from fans who believed it would be their last chance to see the legendary rock group perform live. The...
  6. On This Day August 29 1984 – The Jacksons Victory Tour Set a Concert Record

    On This Day August 29 1984 – The Jacksons Victory Tour Set a Concert Record

    On this day August 29 1984, The Jacksons Victory Tour set a new record by selling over 1.1 million tickets, making it the highest grossing concert tour in North America at the time. The tour marked the final time all six Jackson brothers performed together and capitalized on the massive success...
  7. On This Day August 9 1984 – Iron Maiden Launched Their World Slavery Tour in Poland

    On This Day August 9 1984 – Iron Maiden Launched Their World Slavery Tour in Poland

    On this day August 9 1984, Iron Maiden made rock history by launching their massive World Slavery Tour in Warsaw, Poland. This event was more than just the beginning of one of the band’s most ambitious tours. It marked the first time a major Western rock band performed behind the Iron Curtain...
  8. On This Day: June 8, 1989 - Rod Stewart Plays First Concert at Toronto's New Skydome

    On This Day: June 8, 1989 - Rod Stewart Plays First Concert at Toronto's New Skydome

    On this day June 8, 1989, Rod Stewart performed the very first concert at Toronto’s brand new Skydome. The state of the art stadium, later renamed the Rogers Centre, opened its roof for a crowd of over 50,000 fans as Stewart launched the venue’s entertainment legacy in grand fashion. The...
  9. Pete

    The Romantics Withdraw from ’80s Totally Tubular Festival Tour Due to "Medical" Reasons; The Tubes Added

    Organizers of the star-studded 1980s-themed tour have announced that The Romantics will no longer be performing due to an "unforeseen medical situation." They will be replaced on select dates by the veteran San Francisco band, The Tubes. The Romantics have posted a message on their official...
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