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The story behind the classic 1980 David Lee Roth poster by Helmut Newton

by VHND — updated March 28, 2014 50 Comments

When Van Halen's Women And Children First was released on March 26th, 1980, a three-foot black and white poster of David Lee Roth, bound to a chain-link fence, was included in the first million pressings. The photograph was taken by famed fashion photographer Helmut Newton. It was used for shock value. Many fans are unaware of the story behind this very rare, classic … [Read more...]

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