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THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, September 7, 1961
* Jill Johnston's "Cunningham In Connecticut"
* Author, cultural critic, feminist activist
* Noteworthy columnist for The Village Voice
The feature article of this issue is an early piece done by cultural critic and icon, Jill Johnston: "DANCE: Cunningham In Connecticut." (see images) This is certainly a fine original printing to have for those who collect Johnston-related material.
Also included is a front page cartoon…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 19, 1963
* Jill Johnston's "Motorcycle" at Judson Church
* Author, cultural critic, feminist activist
* Noteworthy columnist for The Village Voice
* Radical lesbian separatism movement - theory
The feature article of this issue is an early piece done by cultural critic and icon, Jill Johnston under "dance" titled "Motorcycle by Jill Johnston" Continues on the following page. This is certainly a fine original printing to…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, April 15, 1997
* American poet and writer Allen Ginsberg death
* Beat Generation - counterculture culture movement icon
* Best publication to be had ?
The front page has a photo of Allen Ginsberg with heading. And beginning on page 36 with heading: "Remembering Allen Ginsberg" which is an editorial on his recent death whioch continues on multiple inside pages with a few related photos. Nice to have in this counterculture…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, August 7, 1969
* Woodstock music festival on Max Yasgur's farm
* Original advertisements from a counterculture publication
A significant newspaper on the Woodstock Music Festival.
The top of page 23 has an ad which includes the iconic logo of the bird on the guitar. The advertisement includes much detail including a listing of the artists which appeared on August 15, the 16th, and the 17th. Details are also provided for the "Art…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, October 19, 1967
* A extremely rare ad for the Broadway Hit - "HAIR" - prior to making it to Broadway
* The Public Theater - Greenwich, in the Village's own iconic newspaper
Prior to making it to Broadway and becoming one of the most famous musicals to hit the stage, the musical "Hair" appeared off-Broadway at The Public Theater in Greenwich Village. This issue contains two ads (both on pg. 27 for both) for the show. Due to its limited…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, July 1-7, 2009 (the locally distributed issue was dated June 30, 2009)
* Death of Michael Jackson - "King of Pop"
This iconic newspaper from Greenwich Village features a tribute to the King of Pop: "The Man In Our Mirror", which includes multiple photos and takes several pages.
Other period ads, reviews, and articles provide a glimpse into the era from a Greenwich Village perspective.
Complete in 88 pages, it was never in circulation.
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THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, May 27, 1965
* The Obie Awards
* Robert Duvall
* James Earl Jones
As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history.
The front page and several pages inside report on the 1965 Obie Awards, the annual Off-Broadway…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Oct. 8, 1970
* Janis Joplin dies of accidental drug overdose
* One of the best artists/performers of all time
The bottom of the ftpg. has a photo captioned: "Janis Joplin 1942-1970" with the article on page 12. The article begins: "Last Wednesday I taped a phone interview with Janis Joplin from California. I played it Sunday night on my radio show, only to wake up the next morning and find she had died that night..." with much more. Great to have this report…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, July 7, 1987 As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history.
Page 80 has a tribute to Fred Astaire after his death, at the age of 88, on June 22, 1987. The tribute details the broad scope of dancers who were impacted by…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Oct. 31, 1977
* Journalist Arthur Bell
* LGBT - gay rights activist
Page 16 has an article by Arthur Bell, a journalist and LGBT activist who first wrote for the Village Voice in 1969 on the Stonewall riots. After Variety Reporter Addison Verrill, a friend of Bell's, was killed in 1977, Bell wrote about the case in the Voice. In response he received a call from someone claiming to have been the killer, objecting to be called a "psychopath". Ultimately the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, March 3, 1987
* re. Andy Warhol's death
* Pop artist movement
As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history.
The top of the ftpg. has a teaser notice concerning the famed pop artist Andy Warhol.
Page 3 has a photo showing…
Item from last month's catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Nov. 7, 1977
* re. Elvis Presley death
* Drug use
As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history.
The ftpg. has an article: "Elvis Died by Prescription" "A Posstmortem on His Drug Problem---And Ours" which includes…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, Jan. 19, 1976
Page 14 has: "How a Real Hero Saved the Mild-Mannered Creators of Superman", which includes the illustration of a poster drawn by Neal Adams along with a separate photo of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The article takes a page and a half and is quite interesting.
Also present are the following articles: "Hollywood Uncovers Plain…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, July 30, 1970 A significant newspaper on the historic "Festival For Peace" concert at Shea Stadium as this was the only issue in which the iconic advertisement appeared. The Janis Joplin website identifies this festival/concert as her last public performance before her untimely death.
It is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. So it is notable…
(4-issue set) THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, 1960's - 1990's You will receive one issue each from the 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, 1990's, providing an overview of the last half of the 20th century through the eyes of this iconic, progressive, and often radical publication.
Each is complete, never bound nor trimmed, tabloid-size, has occasional margin-edge tears, a typical mid-fold, may include a "for copying purposes only" (see provenance note below), but is otherwise good.
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Here is what I believe to be a yellow placard advertisement for the Greenwich Village publication "Village Voice" with a focus on the weekly cartoon by the famed Jules Feiffer. A written date on the back reads: "Jan. 23, 1964" which means this was from the beginning of the counterculture movement in America. I searched the internet to try to find a similar item and nothing comes up. I assume this to be a rare item from heyday of Greenwich Village in Manhattan. This measure 10 x 6 inches, made
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THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, Jan. 11, 1973
* Notable photos of Bob Dylan, The Beatles, & Timothy Leary
* All part of the Fred McDarrah Collection
* Renowned photographer for the Village Voice
The front page has 5 notable photos from the Fred McDarrah Collection, which were on display at the Soho Photo Gallery in New York City. Fred McDarrah was a long-time photographer for the Village Voice, and one of the first "professionals" to photograph Bob Dylan. Nice to have…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, July 20, 1961
* Bob Dylan - Robert Allen Zimmerman (19 yrs. old)
* Very 1st photo of him in a publication
* Cafe Wha? music venue in Greenwich Village
* Photo taken 2 months prior to his 1st gig
* This photo was actually taken in early Feb., 1961
An exceedingly significant newspaper which offers witness to the pre-birth of the music career of the legendary Bob Dylan. And no other title exists for this type of content concerning Bob Dylan…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 5, 1977
* Mark Alan Stamaty
* Iconic panoramic cartoon: "A Glimpse of The Village"
The centerfold contains the icon cartoon by (Mark) Alan Stamaty: "A Glimpse of The Village", which became so sought after, The Village Voice had posters created to meet the widespread interest. The cartoon takes nearly all of both centerfold pages.
All of the classic "Voice" features are present as well, including advertisements for various…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Oct. 5, 1982
* Stray Cats - American rockabilly band
* Video Lounge at Danceteria advertisement
* "Rock This Town" written by Brian Setzer
* Video of the Year at MTV's inaugural VMAs
Page 119 has an advertisement for upcoming performances at the Danceteria nightclub in New York City. Within these ads is special notice to Village Voice readers for "Be In The Stray Cats Video !" and more. (see image)
Background: The advertisement placed…
* Back Nationalist empowerment - Nation of Islam
Beginning on the front page is coverage on the city's funeral for Malcolm X with heading: "Burying Malcolm X" with three related photos. (see images)
background: The March 4, 1965 issue of The Village Voice stands as a rare and profoundly significant artifact of the civil
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, June 21, 1983
* Very early & rare Run-DMC D.M.C. mention
* "It's Like That" song release - brief review
* Beginning of new-school hip hop - rap music
Page 73 has a very early take on the recent release of "It's Like That" by Run DMC with heading: "John Who?". (see images)
Background: Run-D.M.C.’s debut single “It’s Like That” received its first major media coverage in The Village Voice on June 21, 1983, in a short article…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, Aug. 3, 1967
* Very early Jimi Hendrix performance advertisement
* American electric guitarist, songwriter and singer
* Swami Satchidananda Saraswati editorial
Page 24 has a 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for "The Jimi Hendrix Experience" which was performed four nights at the Salvation Club in Greenwich Village. Hendrix released his debut album "Are You Experienced" just a few months earlier.
Background:In early August 1967, Jimi Hendrix performed…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Feb. 27, 1978
* STYX American rock band
* "The Grand Illusion" album tour
* Palladium nightclub concert ad (Sold Out)
* Village People - American disco group
* "Macho Man" album release advertisement
Page 53 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming "STYX" concerts at the Palladium nightclub in Manhattan. This particular ad has a "ALL SHOWS SOLD OUT" stamp, which covers the illustration of the ad.
Note: The Styx "Grand…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 26, 1963
* Washington Square Village sold
* New York University buys
* Moondog - Louis Thomas Hardin
* Blind composer, Musician, performer
* Greenwich Village performance advertisement
The front page has a heading: "NYU IS Top Landowner, Buys Washington Sq. Village" Article continues on multiple inside pages.
The back page has a small advertisement for "Moondog" performances above the Village Vanguard in Greenwich…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 26, 1979
* RUSH - Canadian progressive rock band
* Geddy Lee - Neil Peart - Alex Lifeson
* "Hemispheres" album American tour
* Nassau Coliseum concert advertisement
* Village People at Madison Square Garden
Page 60 has a 5 x 3 inch advertisement for a upcoming "RUSH" concert at Nassau Coliseum.
Note: On April 6, 1979, Rush performed at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, as part of their…
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, April 13, 1961
* Bob Dylan - Robert Allen Zimmerman
* Very 1st public performance advertisement
* Gerde's Folk City music venue in Greenwich Village
An exceedingly significant newspaper which offers witness to the birth of the music career of the legendary Bob Dylan. And perhaps no better title exists for this content. Indeed, this notice may only have appeared in the Village Voice.
First, it is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture…
Item from last month's catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, April 20, 1961
* Bob Dylan - Robert Allen Zimmerman
* Very 1st public performance advertisement
* Gerde's Folk City music venue in Greenwich Village
An exceedingly significant newspaper which offers witness to the birth of the music career of the legendary Bob Dylan. And perhaps no better title exists for this content. Indeed, this notice may only have appeared in the Village Voice.
First, it is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was an American news…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Nov. 7, 1956
* Underground press & the "Beat" generation
* Dylan Thomas - Welsh poet and writer
* Very early use of the word "Hipster"
* Bohemian satire - White Horse Tavern
* Very early Jules Feiffer cartoon (3rd)
First, it is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. Founded just 6 years previous in 1955, the Voice began as a platform for the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Feb. 12, 1970
* Grateful Dead concert at Ungano's Night Club
* Also performances at the Fillmore East as well
* Jerry Garcia - Bob Weir - Ron "Pigpen" McKernan
Page 36 has an advertisement for upcoming gigs at the Ungano's Night Club including a Feb. 12th performance by "GRATEFUL DEAD" (see images) source: Lost Live Dead: This mysterious, somewhat controversial show was advertised on page 36 in the Village Voice of February 12,…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 25, 1987
* New York City Gay Rights Bill of 1986
* NYC Council passes the LBGTQ legislation
* Protection from discrimination for gay & lesbians
The front page has a headline that reads: "What the Gay Rights Bill Means for New York" with lead-in: "Free At Last ?" (see images)
And page 19 has a similar heading which is an editorial by Richard Goldstein on the new law which continues on multiple inside pages with a few…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Sept. 1, 1966
* Tiny Tim - Herbert Butros Khaury
* American musician - guitarist - singer
* New Freaky music performances
* Almost two years prior to 1st album release
Page 13 under "scenes" is a editorial about the new shock-rock movement with the focus on upcoming musician of Tiny Tim with photo. (see images)
Background: The September 1, 1966 issue of The Village Voice stands as a highly rare and culturally significant archival artifact,…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, July 28, 1975
* African American Michelle Wallace editorial
* Black feminist author - cultural critic
Pages 6 & 7 has a editorial written by Michelle Wallace with two related photos. See images for portion of the text.
wikipedia notes: From 1974 to 1975, Wallace worked at Newsweek as a book review researcher. During this period she contributed to Ms. magazine from time to time. In 1974, she met Ross Wetzsteon and Karen…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, April 30, 1979
* No Nukes Teach-In w/ speakers - Ralph Nader
* re. Three Mile Island nuclear energy accident
Page 39 has a full page notice for a upcoming: "VILLAGE VOICE NO NUKES TEACH-IN" at Riverside Church in Manhattan. (see images)
Background: The No Nukes Teach-In held on May 5, 1979, at Riverside Church in New York City was a major early response to the Three Mile Island nuclear accident, bringing together…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 19, 1985
* WWF - World Wrestling Federation
* Pre WrestleMania - gaining popularity
* Hulk Hogan, The Iron Shiek - Cyndi Lauper
This issue has a great lengthy editorial on the surge in mainstream popularity for WWF Wrestling with a front pahe headline : "YOU'VE REALLY GOT A HOLD N ME" with a photo of Hulk Hogan. (see images) See images for other related photos. Lengthy text.
Background: The March 19, 1985, issue of The Village…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, June 22, 1993
* Marijuana - pot - reefer - dope - cannabis
* Resurgence - Richard Goldstein editorial
* Pre-medical marijuana era
The front page has an image of a green marijuana leaf with heading: "keep dope alive" And starting on page 28 is a lengthy editorial by Richard Goldstein headed: "refer redux" and continues on multiple inside pages. Page 29 has humorous illustrations regarding the drug. (see images)
Background: …
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 29, 1976
* Pre singer Ronnie Van Zant airplane crash disaster
* Lynyrd Skynyrd - American Southern rock band
* GENESIS w/ Phil Collins Beacon Theatre advertisement
* Nils Lofgren - American musician concert & album ad
Beginning on page 83 is a editorial on Ronnie Van Zant and his group Lynyrd Skynyrd with photo of Zant. This was the year before the fatal airplane crash that killed Ronnie Van Zant amongst others.
Background: John…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Jan. 4, 1983
* German Weimaraner dog "Man Ray"
* American artist William Wegman
* "Man of the Year" cover photo (death)
The front page has a photo of "Man Ray", artist William Wegman's dog with heading: "MAN OF THE YEAR" (see image)
wikipedia notes: William Wegman is an American artist best known for creating series of compositions involving dogs, primarily his own Weimaraners in various costumes and poses. In 1982, Man Ray…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 18, 1987
* Killing of The Notorious B.I.G.
* Biggie Smalls - American rapper
* New York rap scene - gangsta rap
* East Coast hip-hop music pioneer
* Considered one of the best of all time
The front page has a powerful photo of rap icon "The Notorious B.I.G." with heading: "Think B.I.G., 1973-1997" (see images)
Page 38 has another powerful photo of "Biggie Smalls" with coverage of his recent murder on pages 39-42.
…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, March 25, 1965
* Early and rare Bob Dylan interview
* American folk singer - songwriter
Page 24 has a rare interview with a young Bob Dylan under the heading: "Dylan Meets the Press" with a related photo. Dylan was known not to give many interviews throughout his career. This was one of his very first public press conferences.
Background: The 1965 Village Voice interview conducted by Jack (J.R.) Goddard offers a revealing, if…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, July 23, 1979
* Ira Einhorn "The Unicorn Killer"
* Environmental activist & murderer
* Holly Maddux killing case w/ photos
The front page has a banner heading: "Blinded by the Light; The Einhorn-Maddux Murder Case" with photo of Ira Einhorn and Holly Maddux. Very lengthy text continues on multiple inside pages with a few more related photos. See images for small portion of the article.
background: The July 23, 1979, issue of The Village…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Nov. 9, 1967
* Maharishi Mahesh Yogi - The Beatles guru
* Post "More popular than Jesus" remark
* John Lennon - Paul McCartney
* Transcendental Mediation Swami
* New religious movement
The front page has a heading: "What's New in America? Maharishi & Mediation" with related photo. (see images) Lengthy text continues on multiple inside pages.
Background: This specific convergence—The Beatles adopting Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s Transcendental…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, April 23, 1979
* Movie director George Romero
* Zombies in horror films pioneer
* "Dawn of the Dead" release
Starting on the front page is a editorial on George Romero and his release of "Dawn of the Dead" with heading: "Knight of the Living Dead" with photo of Romero (notice the red library stamp here). (see images)
This editorial continues on multiple inside pages with a few more related photos. See images for portion of the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Sept. 23, 1986
* Early MADONNA w/ Sean Penn advertisement
* Singer - songwriter - actress - model
* Shanghai Surprise opening day film
* Adventure comedy movie - George Harrison
Page 59 has a 7 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch advertisement for the opening day premiere of "SHANGHAI SURPRISE" in New York City.
Madonna's main residence at the time was in East Village, Manhattan which is right next door to Greenwich Village, so this…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, April 18, 1968
* Central Park be-in against racism (Yippies)
* Martin Luther King Jr. assassination - funeral
* Eldridge Cleaver & Bobby Hutton - Black Panthers
The front page has a heading: "Sunday in the Park: Yip-Out or Has-Been?" with 4 related photos. (see images) Coverage continues inside.
The top of page 5 has a heading: "Three Days in Atlanta: 'I'm Free at Last..." with lead-in: "King Funeral"
Page 21 has a full page…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, April 21, 1987
* 1986 New York City AIDS Walk advertisement
* Fundraiser event for retrovirus disease prevention
Page 19 has a nice full page advertisement for the upcoming "AIDS WALK" in Manhattan. Interesting this ad has a misprint as the date is one day off. It actually took place on the 18th. And the Village Voice was one of the main sponsors for this historic walk.
background: The 1986 New York City AIDS Walk, held on…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, July 17, 1978
* Dick Button & others attacked by thugs
* "The Ramble" section of Central Park
* Anti-gay LGBTQ violence
The front page has a heading: "Hunting Gays in Central Park" with lead-in: "EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE VICTIMS", subhead and related photo. This editorial continues on multiple inside pages with a few more related photos. (see images)
background: The July 17, 1978, cover story in The Village Voice served as…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Feb. 12, 1985
* Early & rare "The Fat Boys" editorial
* Beginning of new-school hip hop - rap music
* Rapper Darren Robinson - Beatboxing pioneer
Beginning on page 67 is an editorial by Robert Christgau on the new hip hop sensation "The Fat Boys" with photo. (see images)
Background: The mid-February 1985 editorial attention given to the Fat Boys by The Village Voice represents a watershed moment in music journalism, marking the exact…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 29, 1992
* Rush Limbaugh editorial on his rise to prominence
* American conservative political commentator
Page 51 has an editorial headed: "Sitting Here in Limbaugh" with photo. This continues on the next page. See images for a portion of the text.
Background: In December 1991, The Village Voice published an editorial titled "Sitting Here in Limbaugh," penned by journalist Leslie Savan. The piece critically examined Rush…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Jan. 16, 1990
* New-school hip hop - rap music pioneers editorial
* Public Enemy - rappers Chuck D and Flavor Flav
Beginning on page 83 is an editorial by Robert Christgau on hip hop pioneers "Pubic Enemy" with heading: "Jesus, Jews, and the Jackass Theory" and photo. See images for portion of the text.
background: In his January 16, 1990 editorial for The Village Voice titled “Jesus, Jews, and the Jackass Theory: Public…
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