{"product_id":"val-doonican-1985-australia-original-concert-tour-program","title":"Val Doonican - 1986 Australia Original Concert Tour Program","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eVintage original official concert merchandise from the actual gig in 1986 - over 37 years ago. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePrinted for the Australian tour by Plabybill (Australia) Pty Ltd. The tour was presented by A.T.A. Allstar Artists Pty Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis program features lots of photos and info about Val Doonican. It includes a 2 page spread of photos of Val with other TV and music stars. The booklet is in very good condition with minor age wear. It does have a mark on the front cover where a price sticker has been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eActual images of item have been used and form part of the item condition\/description. \u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE TOUR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVal Doonican was an Irish singer, guitarist, and television presenter known for his soothing and easy-listening style of music. He was born Michael Valentine Doonican on February 3, 1927, in Waterford, Ireland. He grew up in a musical family and developed an early interest in music and entertainment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVal Doonican was known for his warm stage presence and his concerts were typically filled with his popular songs and humorous anecdotes. His tours to Australia were well-received, and he had a significant following in the country. He often performed in major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis concert tour was Val's eighth trip to Australia and he \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtinued touring until his retirement in 2009. He passed away on July 1, 2015, at the age of 88.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLLECTABILITY\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTour programs are highly collectable and sought after for several reasons. Firstly, they provide a tangible memento of a specific concert or event, allowing fans to relive the experience and cherish the memories associated with it. Tour programs often feature exclusive content like behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and detailed information about the artists and their performances. Additionally, they serve as a snapshot of a particular era in an artist's career, making them valuable to both music enthusiasts and historians.  Whether you're a dedicated fan or a passionate collector, owning these programs offers a tangible connection to the music world and serves as a treasured piece of memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrograms can also be framed together with other items we have on our website such as vinyl records, official stage guitar picks, autographs, backstage passes, concert tickets, drumsticks and photos and you can create a truly one-of-a-kind unique piece of memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Easy Listening","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42042248626294,"sku":"1116555","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/3009\/6246\/files\/Val-Doonican-2a.jpg?v=1740800799","url":"https:\/\/rockaway.com.au\/products\/val-doonican-1985-australia-original-concert-tour-program","provider":"Rockaway Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}