DESCRIPTION
Vintage original official concert merchandise from the actual gig in 1993 - over 30 years ago. 

This is a great program featuring bios of the performers (some brief, some lengthy) as well as photos, the line-up for each venue, and an interview with Tex Perkins. The program is in excellent condition.

Comes with Rockaway Records Certificate of Authenticity.

Actual images of item have been used and form part of the item condition/description.  

THE TOUR
The Big Day Out (BDO) was an annual music festival that was held in five Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Adelaide, and Perth as well as Auckland, New Zealand. The festival was held during summer, typically in January of each year but was sometimes held as late as early February in some cities including Perth.

The Big Day Out debuted on the 1992 Australia Day public holiday in Sydney and eventually expanded to Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth the following year. The Gold Coast and Auckland were added to the schedule in 1994. 

Some of the notable acts that performed at the 1993 Big Day Out included:

1. Sonic Youth
2. Iggy Pop
3. Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
4. Mudhoney
5. Beasts of Bourbon
6. Screaming Jets
7. The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy
8. Helmet
9. Spiderbait
10. Def FX
11. The Chevelles

The Big Day Out was known for its diverse lineup, spanning a wide range of musical genres, including alternative rock, punk, electronic, and more. It was a significant event in the Australian and New Zealand music scenes and provided a platform for both international and local artists to showcase their talent.

Over the years, the Big Day Out continued to feature influential and iconic acts, making it one of the most popular music festivals in the region. It concluded in 2014 after a successful 22-year run, leaving a lasting impact on the music festival culture in Australia and New Zealand.

COLLECTABILITY
Tour 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.

Programs 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.