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Concert poster "Flying Eyeball" concert poster (BG-105) for the Jimi Hendrix Experience, John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers, and Albert King shows in San Francisco in 1968.
Concert Details
Main Act: The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Support Acts: John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers, and Albert King
Venues & Dates:
Fillmore Auditorium: February 1 & 4, 1968
Winterland Ballroom: February 2 & 3, 1968
Promoter: Bill Graham Presents
Artwork Information
Artist: The highly recognizable artwork, nicknamed "The Flying Eyeball," was designed by the renowned psychedelic poster artist Rick Griffin.
Design Inspiration: Griffin adapted the image from the 1950s auto detailing art of pinstriper Von Dutch and evolved it into the winged, bloodshot figure with a rattlesnake tail.
Significance: It is considered one of the most iconic and sought-after psychedelic rock posters of the era, with first-printing originals fetching significant amounts at auction. |
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