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1989 Guns N' Roses editorial and Poison concert...
1989 Guns N' Roses editorial and Poison concert...
Item # 718716
January 03, 1989
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Jan. 3, 1989
* Guns N' Roses - hard rock band
* New wave of rock music is born
* Axl Rose & Slash in their early years
* POISON - American glam metal band
* Bret Michaels at Nassau Coliseum concert
Pages 76 & 77 has an editorial by Frank Kogan headed: "Going to Die" with related photo. (see images)
And also on page 76 is a 7 x 5 inch advertisement for a upcoming "POISON" w/ Tesla concert at Nassau Coliseum. (see images)
AI notes: On February 5, 1989, Poison delivered a high-energy, electrifying performance at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, as part of their Open Up and Say... Ahh! tour supporting their breakthrough album. With Tesla opening, Poison captivated the crowd with their signature blend of glam metal swagger and catchy anthems, likely performing staples such as "Look What the Cat Dragged In," "Every Rose Has Its Thorn," and the crowd-favorite "Talk Dirty to Me." Their set balanced raw rock energy with emotional ballads, featuring extended guitar and drum solos that showcased their musicianship. The atmosphere was charged with the flamboyant '80s glam rock aesthetic—big hair, flashy outfits, and an infectious party vibe that kept fans engaged throughout the night. This concert was emblematic of Poison’s rise to stardom, delivering a memorable night of nostalgia-fueled rock that resonated deeply with their loyal fanbase.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because there was really no reason to save it at the time.
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Complete with 136 pages, tabloid size, one fold along the center, nice condition.
Provenance note: This issue comes from The Village Voice's own archives, part of their in-house collection used to create their digital archive. Rare as such.
Alert: Many issues of The Village Voice contain articles and/or photos which some consider offensive, and are certainly inappropriate for children. Please purchase with discretion.
Category: The 20th Century
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