1971 George Harrison Bangla Desh Store Promo Poster Apple Records 29.5x40

1971 George Harrison “Bangla Desh” Store Promotional Poster – Apple Records

This is an original 1971 George Harrison “Bangla Desh” store promotional poster produced by Apple Records to promote the historic Concert for Bangladesh release.

Large promotional posters like this were distributed to record stores to advertise the album and associated campaign following the groundbreaking charity concerts organized by George Harrison and Ravi Shankar.

At nearly 29.5” x 40”, this striking poster was designed to capture attention in record store windows and retail displays.

A Historic Moment in Music History

The Concert for Bangladesh, held at Madison Square Garden in August 1971, is widely recognized as one of the first major benefit concerts in modern music history.

Organized by George Harrison and Ravi Shankar, the event brought together an extraordinary lineup of artists including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, Billy Preston, and Leon Russell. The concerts helped raise global awareness for the humanitarian crisis in Bangladesh and set the template for future benefit concerts such as Live Aid.

The live album and film released from these performances became an important milestone in George Harrison’s solo career and an enduring piece of music history.

Original Apple Records Promotional Material

This poster was produced specifically for record store promotion and was never intended for retail sale to the public. Posters like this were typically displayed for a short period and then discarded once promotional campaigns ended.

As a result, surviving examples have become increasingly difficult to find, particularly in well-preserved condition.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition.

• Original 1971 Apple Records promotional poster
• Large format store display
• Light storage wear consistent with age
• Minor wrinkling present in the bottom right corner that smooths out beautifully when framed

The poster displays exceptionally well and remains a striking visual piece associated with one of the most important events in rock history.

Dimensions

29.5” x 40”

What You Will Receive

• Original 1971 George Harrison “Bangla Desh” store promotional poster
• Large format Apple Records retail display
• From the Jack Kunkle Capitol / Apple Records warehouse archive
• Printed newspaper article documenting the collection acquisition

Provenance

This poster comes from the preserved archive of Jack Kunkle, a former Capitol and Apple Records warehouse employee who saved promotional materials during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Many items from this archive remained in storage for more than fifty years before resurfacing in Maine.

Vinyl Vogue Beatles Memorabilia Collection

This item is part of the Vinyl Vogue Beatles Memorabilia Collection, a curated selection of original Apple Records promotional materials, posters, and record store displays preserved for more than half a century.

Availability

Because items from this archive are rare promotional pieces, they may also appear on select auction platforms. If the item sells elsewhere, the listing will be removed promptly.

Collectors interested in acquiring the piece are encouraged to secure it while available.

Shipping

The poster will be packed using collector-grade protection. Large posters are carefully shipped rolled in a heavy-duty tube to ensure safe delivery.