Life on the road for musicians is never as glamorous as it seems. Cramped quarters and long days relegated to seats or bunks make for plenty of dull moments. But when you’re traveling with a crew, there’s always bound to be some shenanigans going on. Take a look at these vintage photos offering a glimpse into the tour bus life of world-famous musicians from decades past.
1. Van Halen on Their Tour Bus in Lewisham (1978)
2. Wonder Where Dolly Parton Was Headed? (1977)
3. English Rock Band The Cure Taking a Nap on Their Bus During the ‘Seventeen Seconds’ Tour in Holland (1980)
4. Tom Petty on His Tour Bus, Watching the ‘Runnin’ Down a Dream’ Music Video (1989)
5. Van Halen Goofing Around (1979)
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6. The Band Rush Hanging Out on Their Tour Bus (1970s)
7. Roger Daltrey of The Who on His Very Humble Tour Bus in Paris (1965)
8. Lita Ford Tuning Her Guitar on Her Tour Bus (1984)
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9. Blondie’s Debbie Harry on a Tour Bus to Philadelphia (1978)
10. ‘Ray Charles and His Sons Pretending To Drive His Tour Bus’ (1966)
11. Joan Jett of The Runaways Used a Tiny Van as Her Tour Bus (1970s)
12. British Girl Group Bananarama on Tour in San Francisco (1989)
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