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This November, Julien’s is hitting the road to Music City with the return of “PLAYED, WORN, & TORN II,” the industry-leading entertainment auction house’s seminal music memorabilia event taking place November 20 – 21 live at The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum at The Historic Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, TN and online at juliensauctions.com. Julien’s announcement began with a preview at the Hard Rock Cafe® in Times Square, New York, showcasing highlights from the public exhibition leading up to the auction, which runs through November 3, as well as an exhibition at The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum at the Historic Municipal Auditorium will continue until the auction concludes.

 

Headlining are some of the biggest music acts of all time and their arsenal of instruments, wardrobe, gear, and other iconography that crowned their success and charted their rise to the top from the likes of The Beatles, Prince, Madonna, The Band, Eddie Van Halen, Johnny Cash, Freddie Mercury, Guns N’ Roses, Eric Clapton, Dolly Parton, Ronnie Wood, Oasis, George Michael, Billie Eilish, Selena Gomez, 3 Doors Down, Indigo Girls, and more. 

Joining alongside this hall of fame auction’s previously announced headliner–George Harrison’s groundbreaking early Beatles era Futurama guitar that was played on over 324 legendary Beatles performances at the Cavern Club, The Beatles’ first studio recordings, 1960-61 Hamburg Tour and The Beatles’ last visit to Hamburg in 1962 (Estimate: US$600,000-$800,000/ HK$4,680,000-6,240,000) –will be a significant guitar from fellow rock titan, Prince. The 1985 Sadowsky Telecaster style electric guitar made for The Purple One in metallic purple finish with floral artwork by Wayne Jarrett is an iconic artifact of Prince’s collection of most coveted axes (Estimate: US$200,000-$400,000/ HK$1,560,000-3,120,000).

The guitar from his post-Purple Rain tour days appeared in Prince’s 1985 “America” music video filmed in Nice, France and stage played during the 1986 Parade Tour as seen in the photographs and footage of Prince playing the guitar, as well as in the hands of guitarist, Wendy Melvoin and featured on the cover of Duane Tudahl’s book Prince and the Parade and Sign O’ The Times Era Studio Sessions: 1985 and 1986. Prince guitar historian John Woodland comments, “Out of all six guitars Sadowsky made for Prince, the purple floral one saw the most use….” At some point prior to the Lovesexy Tour in 1988, the guitar came into the possession of singer and percussionist Sheila E.

In a letter addressed to Sheila E. in 1995, Sadowsky confirms that serial #179 is indeed one of several that he made for Prince. Additionally, Prince’s signed handwritten notes related to the Purple Rain back cover album text will also be offered (Estimate US$8,000-$12,000/ HK$62,400-93,600).

An adrenaline rush of guitars from rock’s greatest legends will burn up the auction stage including:

Eric Clapton  Signed and stage played 1990 Torino Red Fender Stratocaster electric guitar on his 1989-1991 Journeyman tour  Estimate: US$50,000-$70,000/ HK$390,000-546,000	Oasis  1999 Epiphone Noel Gallagher Supernova, Union Jack Finish with Photos. Signed by with Liam Gallagher, Gem Archer, Andy Bell, Alan White, plus Noel Gallagher’s signature and an additional flower drawn by Noel on the back along with the inscription, “Peace, Estimate: US$20,000-$30,000/ HK$156,000-234,000

Eddie Van Halen1993 Ernie Ball Music Man Eddie Van Halen Signature solid body electric guitar with a red and white Canadian flag graphic played by Eddie Van Halen during the encore of Van Halen’s Canada Day show at Molson Park in Barrie, Ontario on July 1st, 1993. Signed by the then-current members of Van Halen: Sammy Hagar, Alex Van Halen, Michael Anthony, and Eddie Van Halen himself. Estimate: US$60,000-$80,000/ HK$468,000-624,000Proceeds Benefit City of Hope through the Jaybird Family Fund

Dolly Parton  An Epiphone Power Players SG electric guitar in Lava Red finish smashed and signed by Dolly Parton for her Nashville Special 2023 HITS Daily Double interview and cover photo shoot. On the cover, Dolly has slung the guitar over her right shoulder against a red background. Estimate: US$4,000-$6,000/ HK$31,200-46,800

Don Everly of The Everly Brothers, the iconic American rock duo who became the pioneers of country rock with their songbook of classic hits, “Bye, Bye Love,” “Wake Up Little Susie,” “All I Have to Do is Dream” “Problems” and their biggest selling single “Cathy’s Clown” will be honored with a sensational collection of more than 150 iconic pieces such as handwritten lyrics, stage-worn clothing, guitars, awards, childhood keepsakes and personal items. 

OTHER EXCEPTIONAL HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: 

Billie EilishSigned Fender Billie Eilish Signature UkeleleEstimate: US$2,000-3,000/ HK$15,600-23,400Proceeds to benefit Teenage Cancer Trust & Teenage Cancer America	Madonna  1997 “Ray of Light” MTV Video Music “Moonman” Award presented to Caresse Norman for Best Editing in a Video  Estimate US$8,000-$12,000/ HK$ 62,400-93,600	Lady Gaga  2009 “Parlour Magazine” Cover-Worn Fingerless Gloves Estimate US$1,000-$1,500/ HK$7,800-11,700
		Freddie Mercury A Christmas themed hat, stage-worn by Freddie Mercury during Queen’s charity performance on December 26, 1979 at London’s Odeon Hammersmith, as part of the “Concerts for Kampuchea” series.Estimate US$10,000-$20,000/ HK$78,000-156,000
Michael Jackson 1987-1988 “Bad” Tour Fingerless GlovesEstimate: US$4,000-6,000/ HK$31,200-46,800	George MichaelCustom-made Giorgio Armani iridescent blue suit worn in the “25” Live Tour                  Estimate US$10,000-15,000/ HK$78,000-117,000

In its fifth consecutive year, Julien’s Auctions will present an incredible collection of handwritten and signed lyrics from some of music’s most influential artists and their greatest hits offered by Music Health Alliance (MHA) in its Lyrics for A Cause Auction – MHA has tirelessly served more than 25,000 members of the nationwide music community over 10 years.

The non-profit’s advocacy work has saved more than $130M in healthcare costs and provided critical life-saving resources for medical procedures, mental health care, senior care support, diagnostic tests, prescriptions, as well as helped countless families avoid bankruptcy due to mounting medical debt.

Over 50 handwritten lyrics will be presented including (each lot range: US$600-$800/ HK$4,680-6,240): a promotional vinyl pressing of Billy Eilish’s album Hit Me Hard and Soft signed on the cover by Eilish who has also inscribed lyrics from her song “Chihiro” : “There’s a part of me that recognizes you, / Do you feel it too?”; Selena Gomez handwritten and signed “Who Says” lyrics with doodled small hearts; Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down handwritten and signed lyrics for the band’s song “Away from the Sun”; Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls handwritten and signed “Closer to Fine” lyrics; and more.

Gibson Gives, the iconic and leading global instrument brand’s charitable arm that is committed to making the world a better place by supporting non-profit organizations and developing programs to advance musicians through music education, and health and wellness initiatives worldwide will partner once again with Julien’s in offering a lineup of twelve of their legendary guitars signed by music’s greatest heroes to support their philanthropic efforts. Highlights include:  A 2022 Gibson Slash Les Paul Standard electric guitar signed by Slash, Peter Frampton signed Gibson “Phenix” Inspired Les Paul Custom VOS and Gibson EDS-1275 Double Neck signed by Don Felder of the Eagles. 

The sale of 62 incredible guitars made by the world’s finest brands from Fender, Gibson, Epiphone, Ibanez, Danelectro, Epiphone to Guild, as well other one-of-a-kind musical objects signed by a who’s who of music icons will benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund that provides services and financial assistance for all types of career musicians and music industry professionals.

Highlights include (Estimate range: US$300-$500/ HK$2,340-3,900 to US$2,000-$4,000/ HK$15,600-31,200): Dolly Parton Malibu Player Guitar painted prior to signing by artist Nancy Elhallak (photo left credit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund: Dolly Parton signing guitar); Steve Vai’s Ibanez Jem Jr.; Alice Cooper Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic; John Mellencamp Fender Player Telecaster; Keith Richards Fender American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster; Norah Jones Classic Vibe ’60s Jazzmaster; Peter Frampton Gibson Standard Black; Slash Gibson Slash Model; Duran Duran vinyl of ”Danse Macabre”; Pixies Squier Affinity Telecaster; Phish signed poster; James Taylor Martin GPC-X2E; Mark Knopfler Fender American Vintage II ’61 Strat in Fiesta Red; Graham Nash Fender CD-60; as well as signed instruments from Bonnie Raitt, Living Colour, Scotty McCreery, John Mayer, Nile Rodgers and more. 

A collection of exceptional music items including Roger Daltrey signed and stage used The Who Hits Back 2022 North American Tour Shure SM58A Beta microphone (Estimate US$1,000-$2,000/ HK$7,800-15,600) will benefit Teenage Cancer Trust, a cancer care and support charity in the UK that exists to improve the cancer experience of young people aged 13–24.

“Julien’s aptly named ‘Played Worn Torn II’ auction represents the GOAT of all music memorabilia as each item bears the insignia of rock greatness,” said Darren Julien, Executive Director/Co-Founder of Julien’s Auctions. “From George Harrison’s early Beatles era Futurama to Prince’s signature tour guitar to the treasures of rock and roll kings and queens, Don Everly of the Everly Brothers and Dolly Parton, one would be hard pressed to find any auction collection that was more iconic as this one. After our most recent successful auction of Christine McVie’s collection in Nashville, Julien’s is thrilled to be back again at the renowned Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum to present this incredible auction which demonstrates our unwavering commitment to celebrating the legacy of rock and roll in the music capital of the world.”

JULIEN’S AUCTIONS EXHIBITIONS 

New York: Hard Rock^® Cafe New York 1501 Broadway-Times Square New York 10036

Monday, October 28^th-Sunday, November 3^rd 

Free to the Public: Daily: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time 

Nashville: Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum 401 Gay Street Nashville, Tennessee 37219

Monday, October 21^st-Friday, November 21^th 

Daily: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Time daily

LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION 

Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum 401 Gay Street Nashville, Tennessee 37219

“Played, Worn, & Torn II” 

November 20 – 21 

Session: 10:00 a.m. Central Time 

(12:00 a.m. HK Time. November 21-22)

For more information please email – [email protected] or call 310-836-1818.

REGISTERING TO BID
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For inquiries, please email [email protected] or call 310-836-1818.

PLACING BIDS
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1. Bid with Julien’s Auctions online.
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It is also important to note that Joe Chambers was an accomplished musician and songwriter, and, as a couple, Joe and Linda Chambers opened a chain of guitar stores, Chambers Guitars. The couple co-founded and opened the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum in 2006 on 6th Avenue South. They relocated to what is now known as the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum at Nashville’s Historic Municipal Auditorium in 2013 and also houses the GRAMMY Gallery.

The museum, revered by artists including Keith Richards, Ringo Starr, Garth Brooks, and Neil Young, and recently added exhibits featuring Glen Campbell, Alan Parsons, Marshall Tucker Band and drummer, Stan Lynch. The mission of the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum is to honor all great musicians regardless of genre or instruments. This is done by exhibiting the actual instrument they used to record some of the most iconic songs in recorded history.

Not only does the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum entertain local and international visitors but also educates them about the musicians who actually played on the “soundtracks of their lives.” The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum is a 501 (c) (3) charity organization.

*All Photos from Julien’s Auction