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The end of the decade. October / November 1969 at The Fillmore East.

The end of the decade. October / November 1969 at The Fillmore East.

The end of the decade. October / November 1969 at The Fillmore East.

Imagine buying a ticket to the Fillmore East in October 1969 and seeing this bill:

Spirit
The Kinks
Bonzo Dog Band

The Kinks were returning to America after years away, promoting what many now consider their masterpiece, Arthur. 

Spirit were at their creative peak, blending psychedelia, jazz, and California cool. 

The Bonzos brought British absurdist humor that left audiences either laughing or completely confused.

Three bands. Three completely different visions of where rock music could go.

Fillmore East, New York City.
October 17–18, 1969.

Spirit
The Kinks
Bonzo Dog Band

— POLN Editor

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