Rolling Stone Magazine January 24 1980 Rock & Roll Tragedy Illustrated

This vintage issue of Rolling Stone magazine, dated January 24, 1980, features a compelling cover story titled "Rock & Roll Tragedy," written by Chet Flippo. The cover highlights the tragic event where eleven concertgoers died in Cincinnati on December 3, 1979, with photos of the victims prominently displayed. Inside, readers will find extensive coverage of the incident, alongside articles on major music acts of the time including Pink Floyd, Angela Bofill, Rick James, and Neil Young.

This issue, number 309, also includes insightful features such as "1941" by Chris Hodenfield, discussing Steven Spielberg's new comedy, and a forward-looking piece on future visions of home entertainment technology. The magazine offers a snapshot of late-1970s rock culture and music industry news, making it a valuable collectible for fans and historians alike. The pages are newsprint, typical for magazines of the era, with dimensions approximately 11 x 15 inches, and contains multiple full-color photographs and advertisements, including a notable Seagram's 7 Crown ad on the back cover.