Do You Know Who Opened for Hendrix the Night Rick Griffin Drew the Flying Eyeball?

BG-105. One of the most iconic posters in rock history. Who else was on that bill?

Relix Daily
March 22, 2026

March 22, 2026

A Whiz of a Quiz from Dr. Dean Budnick

Flashing Back to the Fillmore: Poster Art Collections and Recollections

QUESTION 1

Rick Griffin’s Flying Eyeball poster, BG-105, was created for a Jimi Hendrix gig at the Fillmore, which also featured these artists.

Mike Gordon Welcomes Marco Benevento During Tour Opener at Bearsville, Debuts From the Weekend, Photos + More

QUESTION 2

Mike Gordon performed “Happy Friends,” at his tour opener, which was a fitting selection given that it was originally written and recorded by whom?

BG-105: The Poster Rick Griffin Drew for Hendrix's 1968 Fillmore Run Is Up for Bid

BG-105 is the one collectors point to. Rick Griffin at the height of his powers, Hendrix at the peak of his, four nights at the Fillmore. Signed original. The trivia question is easy. Owning the poster is the hard part.

Learn more about the poster and 19 other classic artifacts in The Fillmore Era: Posters, Tickets, and Handbills from Rock’s Golden Era, 1966-1972.

Watch: Tedeschi Trucks Band Welcome Nels Cline and Future Soul Producer Mike Elizondo on Night Five at The Beacon

QUESTION 3

On Wednesday, Nels Cline appeared with the Tedeschi Trucks Band for three songs, including a version of “Leaving Trunk” which opens this artist’s 1968 self-titled album.

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Bobby Weir (1947 - 2026) 🌹 Relix Special Edition

He was not only an inspiring artist, he was an inviting presence, a beloved figure, and a friend to millions of fans.

Relix's 132-page softcover edition pays tribute to this endearing and enduring musician. This edition has been lovingly crafted for fellow Deadheads, music lovers, collectors and everyone who misses their Bobby.

Zach Bryan Purchases Jack Kerouac’s On The Road and The Dharma Bums Scrolls for Kerouac Center

QUESTION 4

The Jack Kerouac Center is being built in the author’s hometown. Where is that?

Listen: Willie Nelson Previews New LP Dream Chaser with Title Track

QUESTION 5

Willie Nelson’s new album includes a co-write with the musician Nelson credits with inspiring the formation of Farm Aid, after this artist appeared at 1985’s Live Aid and suggested that some of the proceeds be directed to paying off farmers’ mortgages.