Photograph of Run-DMC performing during the "Run's House" tour at UIC Pavilion

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A color photograph of Run-DMC onstage at UIC Pavilion in Chicago in August 1988 on the Run's House Tour. The image features Run at left, bending over towards the audience, holding a microphone to his mouth with his right hand. At center is D.M.C., standing with his arms raised over his head, a microphone in his right hand. Both wear black t-shirts, pants, and hats with large gold chains. Behind and to the right is Jam Master Jay, behind turntables and stacks of speakers. The stage lights glow orange in the background. The print is signed by the photographer in the bottom right. On the verso is an inscription by Bill Adler identifying the place and date.

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