Pylon collection, circa 1979-2009

Summary

Creator:
Pylon (Musical group)
Date:
circa 1979-2009
Extent:
2 Linear Feet 2 document boxes, 1 artifact box, 10 oversize boxes, 1 oversize folder, and 3 artifacts
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], Pylon Collection, ms4358, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection is comprised of posters, art, clothing, photographs, song lyrics, fan mail, and memorabilia from the band Pylon. Also included are newspapers, magazines, zines, and articles with interviews with band members, as well as music and performance reviews.

Biographical / historical:

In 1979, four University of Georgia art students, Randall Bewley, Michael Lachowski, Curtis Crowe, and Vanessa Briscoe (now Vanessa Briscoe Hay), formed the Post-Punk band Pylon. After playing local venues and recording an album, Pylon went on to tour parts of the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. with such groups as the B-52's, R.E.M., and U2. After their second album was released in 1983, the group decided to disband and played their last show on December 1st at the Mad Hatter club in Athens. The band reformed in 1989 to release a new album and perform live shows until dissolving again in 1991. In 2007, the band united once more and played several shows and festivals until Randall Bewley's death in 2009.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], Pylon Collection, ms4358, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.