Various authors. Reay, Tony, editor — Creem No. 4 (Creem)

Detroit, Creem Magazine, Publisher, 1969. Tabloid. Side folding tabloid newspaper format. 28 pp. Black and white photos and illustrations throughout. Fourth issue of this legendary rock music magazine, founded in 1969 as somewhat of an antidote to Rolling Stone. Creem adopted a humorous, less serious editorial tone that was unafraid to poke fun of musicians and the rock scene, while at the same time providing in depth coverage of groups and artists, often being well ahead of the mainstream media (like its coverage of punk rock). Because of its location in Detroit, it also covered a lot of acts from the Midwest. Rock journalist Lester Bangs wrote and served as editor of the magazine in the early 1970s. This issue features a photo spread of bands playing at the Detroit Pop Festival, including MC-5. Of note is the inclusion of Iggy and the Iguanas, who had broken up in 1967. Still the photo features a young Iggy Pop front and center. An article on the festival is included. Lastly, editor Tony Reay writes a letter to Creem's future editor (who was still at Rolling Stone), Lester Bangs, most certainly mocking him. GOOD condition. Faint horizontal fold crease present. Moderate to heavy toning to the paper. A few small tears along the edges. Minor soiling. Good .