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Description
This was a 1975 Bee Gee tour book passed around backstage or after a show, it’s likely that multiple band members, touring musicians, and crew signed it. As well as a signature which chat gpt says resembles the Bee Gees, Robin Gibb signature.
Category
Autographs
Distinguishing marks
Dennis Byron
His name is clearly written in one image: “Thanks for everything / Love / Dennis Byron.”
Dennis Byron was the drummer for the Bee Gees during their peak years in the mid- to late 70'S.
● Alan Kendall
"Love Alan Kendall"
Lead guitarist for the Bee Gees.
You can spot his name and bio in one of the pages, and there's a signature near his picture.
● Geoff Westley
Musical director and keyboardist.
His signature appears along with his photo and a note: “To the lovely Linda / No.1 kisser on stage! / Geoff Westley.”
Additional Signatures:
You also have a page with multicolored waves behind a photo of the Bee Gees performing, signed by multiple people. These include:
● Blue Weaver (keyboardist)
"Lots of Love, Blue"
● Arif Mardin (producer)
Thanks for the close-up!
● Bruce Aitken” –
Bruce Aitken was a session drummer who played with various artists, though he's not a core Bee Gees member. It’s possible he was part of the extended crew or band lineup.
● Middle Inscription:
“Thanks for the banana sandwiches”
This is written in a different hand than the name above or below. It seems like a humorous or personal message—very likely added by someone on the tour or in the band.
● Robin Gibb
Here are a few identifying clues:
1. The sweeping loops and long strokes in the signature match Barry Gibb's known signature style from that era.
2. and the surname has loops consistent with the letter s "Gibb"-- especially the bold "B" and trailing flourish.
His name is clearly written in one image: “Thanks for everything / Love / Dennis Byron.”
Dennis Byron was the drummer for the Bee Gees during their peak years in the mid- to late 70'S.
● Alan Kendall
"Love Alan Kendall"
Lead guitarist for the Bee Gees.
You can spot his name and bio in one of the pages, and there's a signature near his picture.
● Geoff Westley
Musical director and keyboardist.
His signature appears along with his photo and a note: “To the lovely Linda / No.1 kisser on stage! / Geoff Westley.”
Additional Signatures:
You also have a page with multicolored waves behind a photo of the Bee Gees performing, signed by multiple people. These include:
● Blue Weaver (keyboardist)
"Lots of Love, Blue"
● Arif Mardin (producer)
Thanks for the close-up!
● Bruce Aitken” –
Bruce Aitken was a session drummer who played with various artists, though he's not a core Bee Gees member. It’s possible he was part of the extended crew or band lineup.
● Middle Inscription:
“Thanks for the banana sandwiches”
This is written in a different hand than the name above or below. It seems like a humorous or personal message—very likely added by someone on the tour or in the band.
● Robin Gibb
Here are a few identifying clues:
1. The sweeping loops and long strokes in the signature match Barry Gibb's known signature style from that era.
2. and the surname has loops consistent with the letter s "Gibb"-- especially the bold "B" and trailing flourish.
Condition
Good
Date Period
1975
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Autographed 1975 Bee Gees "Main Course" Tour Concert Program
Item Description
This item is a 1975 Bee Gees tour program from the "Main Course" tour, a pivotal era in the band's career when they were transitioning to a more R&B/disco sound, producing hits like “Jive Talkin’”. The program is not only a vivid piece of Bee Gees history—it has also been signed by several key band members, musicians, crew, and associates
Historical Significance
Autographs Identified & Tentative Authentication
Confirmed Signatures:
Possible Robin Gibb Signature:
Condition
Valuation
Component
Estimated Value (USD)
1975 Bee Gees Main Course Tour Program (unsigned)
$50–$100
With confirmed band member autographs (Byron, Kendall, Westley, Weaver)
$300–$450
With possible Robin Gibb autograph
$600–$800+ (conditional on authentication)
Additional signatures (crew, humor, personalization)
Adds contextual and collector value
Total Estimated Value:
$600 to $800 USD as-is, potentially higher if Robin Gibb's autograph is confirmed authentic.
Authentication Recommendation
To establish maximum value, especially for resale or insurance purposes, it is highly recommended to pursue professional autograph authentication through a reputable service such as:
Conclusion
This is a unique and culturally rich piece of Bee Gees memorabilia, showcasing a direct link to their pivotal 1975 tour. The combination of vivid original photography, personal inscriptions, and verified musician autographs makes it highly collectible. If Robin Gibb’s signature is authenticated, the program would be particularly desirable to Bee Gees collectors and 70s music memorabilia investors.