Classic Concert Photos From the '60s, '70s & '80s
The following images from the 60s, 70s, and 80s capture unique moments in music history, featuring artists and bands that became legends, such as Elton John, Eric Clapton, Freddie Mercury, and the Ramones, among others.
Bands and singers performing before massive crowds, showcasing the best of their repertoire on stages around the world, reflecting the highlights of their music and the culture of those years.
Furthermore, these images capture the passion and faces of the fans, immersing you in the atmosphere of concerts from decades past. You'll witness historic moments documenting outstanding performances by great bands and artists.
You'll also see the evolution of musicians over the years and how instruments and artists' attire changed.
Phil Collins
Phil Collins in concert in the 1970s.
The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones on stage at the Altamont Free Concert, 1969.
Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen performing in the '80s.
Elton John
Elton John doing the Glam Metal look in the '80s.
Pink Floyd Fans
Young girls at Pink Floyd concert enjoying the show Dark Side of the Moon tour in 1973.
AC/DC
The crowd at an AC/DC concert in Glasgow during their 1979 tour.
The Offspring
The Offspring playing a garage show in the mid-to-late ’80s.
Scorpions
Scorpions working up a sweat in the ’80s.
Ramones
Ramones live at Phase V, a club in New Jersey, 1980s.
Led Zeppelin
Probably the greatest rock concert ever. Led Zeppelin at Earls Court, London, 1975.
Kiss
“My mom snapped a photo of Ace Frehley of Kiss during their concert at the Civic Auditorium in Omaha, 1979.”
Michael Jackson & Sheryl Crow
Michael Jackson and Sheryl Crow during the Bad Tour (1987–1989).
Jimmy Page & Robert Plant
50th anniversary of what might be the most legendary concert of the ’75 tour with Jimmy Page and Robert Plant.
Nena
German singer Nena performing in the '80s.
George Michael
George Michael in the Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute concert on 11 June 1988 at the Wembley Stadium in London.
Freddie Mercury
Freddie Mercury performing in Milton Keynes on June 5, 1982.
Alice Cooper Fans
Fans at an Alice Cooper concert at the Boston Garden, March 26, 1973.
Beatles Fans
Beatles fans admiring their idols at concert in St Louis in the 1970s.
Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix on stage at a concert in Bakersfield, California, 1968.
Eric Clapton
1970 Eric Clapton in concert.
