Description
Circus Magazine – July 1969 – Vol. 4 No. 9 – Foghat, John Kay, Phil Ochs – No Label – VG
This July 1969 issue of Circus Magazine dives deep into the changing music scene of the late ’60s with Foghat, John Kay, Phil Ochs, The Doors, Joni Mitchell, Johnny Winter, and more. Featuring candid interviews, sharp commentary, and exclusive photo features, it’s a vibrant snapshot of the counterculture in transition.
Condition:
Very good condition with minor wear on edges. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Please review photos for details. Combined shipping available upon request. Each issue comes with a protective plastic covering.
Contents Include:
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Rock and Revolution – Four musicians debate America’s future—and find there isn’t one (p. 19)
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John Mayall – Johnny Winter’s favorite bluesman (p. 66)
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Ten Years After – Another English blues breakout band (p. 24)
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Joni Mitchell – Talks about Songs to a Seagull—and her dentist (p. 46)
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Johnny Winter – Bares his chest in an exclusive Circus spread (p. 35)
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Films – Mick Jagger preview in Performance (p. 40)
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Noel Redding – Hendrix gets busted in Toronto, but Noel doesn’t (p. 54)
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The Doors – “Here today and here tomorrow, probably” (p. 50)
Features & Columns:
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Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow – Jerry and Julie—nice, very nice (p. 15)
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Previews and Profiles – Industry tips and early looks (p. 62)
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Reviews and Re-reviews – Paul Nelson’s record review column (p. 7)
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Numerology – Alan Oken charts your personality (p. 32)
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Astrology – Predictions of drafts ending, legalized grass, and Kansas in the ocean (p. 13)
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Fashion – Zachary and his girlfriend show off unisex style (p. 44)
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Cartoon – “Hang on Groupie, Groupie hang on…” (p. 59)
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Our Back Pages – Retrospective notes (p. 69)
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Letters – Fan mail (p. 6)
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DJ Column – Art and Renee Ford’s show (p. 72)
This issue stands as a fascinating cultural time capsule from 1969, with its mix of humor, satire, rock coverage, and counterculture commentary. A must-have for collectors of late-’60s music history and psychedelic-era magazines.



