Offered Here: Keith Moon 1967 Lot of 2 Handwritten Letters From Texas In July. This lot features two handwritten letters from The Who’s drummer, Keith Moon, to his wife, Kim Moon. These letters were sent during the band's 1967 inaugural American tour as the opening act for Herman’s Hermits. One letter is written on stationery from The Shamrock Hotel in Houston, where the band performed at the Sam Houston Coliseum on July 22, 1967, and the second letter was mailed from the Statler Hilton in Dallas following their next evening performance. They reflect Moon’s personal thoughts and requests for more correspondence.
Additional Information: The Who embarked on their first major tour of the United States in the summer of 1967, opening for Herman’s Hermits. This tour was significant for the band, helping to establish their reputation in America. The performance at the Sam Houston Coliseum was part of this historic tour, marking one of their early steps in making a lasting impact on the U.S. rock scene.
Provenance/Authenticity: This lot comes directly from the private collection of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Ian McLagan, legendary founder and keyboard player of iconic rock band The Small Faces / Faces. McLagan who also toured with The Rolling Stones, The New Barbarians and Bob Dylan, and recorded with dozens of artists. It will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Lee McLagan, on behalf of the Ian McLagan estate. Roger Epperson (REAL) Letter of Authenticity.
Condition: The letters are in very good condition, showing only mild wear on the envelopes and minor discoloration appropriate for documents of their age.