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Offered Here: Buzzcocks & Magazine 1979 Concert Contracts, Correspondence & Accounting Lot-Paragon Agency. This is a collection of original concert paperwork from the Paragon Agency, documenting the 1979 concert appearances of The Buzzcocks and Magazine. Included are documents for twenty-three shows occurring during the latter half of 1979, a crucial time for the post-punk and new wave scenes. The archive contains tour contracts, cover sheets, internal correspondence, advancement paperwork, cancellation notices, and accounting records detailing revenue and commissions.
Additional Information: The Buzzcocks, formed in 1976, were pivotal in the Manchester punk scene and known for songs such as "Ever Fallen in Love (With Someone You Shouldn't've)." Magazine, founded by Howard Devoto after leaving Buzzcocks, released their debut album "Real Life" in 1978, which was a critical component of the post-punk movement. The 1979 touring period was significant as both bands were at the forefront of defining the new wave sound that emerged from the punk era.
Provenance/Authenticity: From the Capricorn Records collection.
Condition: All paperwork in this collection is in very good condition, showing typical signs of wear, aging, and storage consistent with its 1979 origin. Documents are intact and legible, with minor creasing, yellowing, and edge wear characteristic of archival materials from this era.