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Hells Angels Party

Before concert poster for a Hells Angels Party held on May 21, 1970, at the Bermuda Palms in San Rafael, California. Event Highlights Performers: The bill featured Janis Joplin (playing her first gig with her new band, later known as the Full Tilt Boogie Band), her former group Big Brother & The Holding Company, and the bands Main Squeeze and Gold. Significance: This event was Joplin's fourth and final appearance on behalf of the Hells Angels; she passed away four months later in October 1970. It also marked one of the first times she performed professionally after leaving Big Brother. Details: Admission was priced at $1.00 per head, and the event was for adults only ("No Minors").