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1989 "ELVIS COSTELLO" performance advertisement...
1989 "ELVIS COSTELLO" performance advertisement...
Item # 718657
August 08, 1989
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Aug. 8, 1989
* "Elvis Costello" concert performance
* English singer - songwriter and more
* "Palladium" nightclub advertisement
Page 66 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming "ELVIS COSTELLO" performance at the Palladium nightclub in Manhattan. (see image)
AI notes: On August 27, 1989, Elvis Costello and The Rude 5 took the stage at New York City’s iconic Palladium, delivering a memorable performance during his Spike tour. Known for its vibrant energy and intimate atmosphere, the Palladium provided the perfect setting for Costello’s dynamic blend of sharp songwriting and passionate delivery. That night, the setlist likely featured a compelling mix of new material from the Spike album, including songs like "Let Him Dangle" and "Veronica," alongside classic favorites such as "Pump It Up" and "Alison." The band’s tight musicianship and Costello’s distinctive vocals created a powerful live experience that resonated deeply with both devoted fans and newcomers. This concert remains a standout moment from that period of his career, encapsulating the intensity and artistry that defined Costello’s late ‘80s work.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because there was really no reason to save it at the time.
The Village Voice was an American counterculture newspaper 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. It is quite common to find great political cartoons, satirical cartoons and articles, thought-provoking editorials, and ads and reviews for both concerts and theater productions - both on and off Broadway. Many iconic writers and musicians credit their appearance in The Village Voice for at least a portion of their success.
Complete in 136 pages, one fold across the center, nice condition.
Provenance: This issue comes from The Village Voice's own archives, part of their in-house collection used to create their digital archive.
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Category: The 20th Century