We are excited to share details of “The Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert Collection,” a charity auction featuring a number of items including guitars, cymbals and drumheads, signed by many of the iconic music artists who performed at the recent Tribute Concerts to honour Foo Fighters legend, Taylor Hawkins.
This phenomenal collection is being hosted by Julien’s Auctions as part of their “Icons and Idols: Rock ‘n’ Roll” auction, taking place from Friday 11th – Sunday 13th November 2022, live at the Hard Rock Cafe, New York.
Bidding can be done online both before and during the auction event. Click here to view the full selection of prizes raising funds for Music Support and to tune in to the livestream between 10am – 1pm (EST) on Sunday 13th November to be a part of the action!
Rock royalty came together at the sold-out Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts held in London and LA in September 2022 which featured a host of incredible performances including Foo Fighters, Paul McCartney, Nile Rodgers, Pink, Liam Gallagher, Blink 182, Lars Ulrich, Brian Johnson, Rush, Chrissie Hynde and many many more.
Commenting on being chosen as one of the beneficiary charities for the concerts, Music Support’s Chief Executive, Eric Mtungwazi, said “We are so grateful and honoured to have been chosen by the Hawkins Family and Foo Fighters as one of the beneficiary charities for these incredible concerts celebrating the memory and music of Taylor Hawkins, a true rock and roll legend.” Of the auction, he continued, “We would also like to thank all of the artists who have supported us through donating and signing these remarkable prizes for the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert Collection. The awareness and funds raised will make a huge difference to our crucial efforts in supporting peers who work in music and live events affected by mental ill-health and/or addiction.”
Some highlights of the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert Collection include….
BRIAN MAY ‘RED SPECIAL’ MULTI-ARTIST SIGNED ELECTRIC GUITAR
MULTI-ARTIST SIGNED DRUMHEAD
A Remo Emperor drumhead signed by numerous musicians who performed at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert at Wembley Stadium, London on 3rd September 2022. Signatures include Alex Lifeson, Brian Johnson, Stewart Copeland, Joe Walsh, Chrissie Hynde, Mark Ronson, John Paul Jones, Josh Freese, Josh Homme, Dave Grohl, Kesha, Rufus Taylor, Rami Jaffee, Nandi Bushell, Nate Mendel, Lars Ulrich, Greg Kurstin, Chris Chaney, and more.
MULTI-ARTIST SIGNED CYMBAL
A Zildjian cymbal signed by a host of musicians who performed at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert on 3rd September 2022 at London’s Wembley Stadium. Signatures include Roger Taylor, Brian Johnson, Chrissie Hynde, Mark Ronson, Josh Freese, Rufus Taylor, Josh Homme, Rami Jaffee, Kesha, Stewart Copeland, Nandi Bushell, Lars Ulrich, Greg Kurstin, Chris Chaney, and many others.
NILE RODGERS SIGNED HITMAKER FENDER STRATOCASTER
Exclusive, 100% authenticated, this limited edition Hitmaker Stratocaster signed by the legendary musician/producer Nile Rodgers is a truly unique collector’s piece. As well as signing the guitar personally to you (if desired), Nile will also record a very brief video message to congratulate you on your prize.
SCARLET PAGE SIGNED
FOO FIGHTERS PRINT
A black and white print, captured and signed by Scarlet Page, one of the official photographers of the Taylor Hawkins Tribute concert at London’s Wembley Stadium on 3rd September 2022. The image was taken as Foo Fighters entered the stage for the first time at the incredible Wembley show, capturing their courage, strength and love for their bandmate, Taylor Hawkins.
Click here to view the auction prizes raising funds for Music Support.
Click here to view all of the auction prizes (raising funds for both Music Support and MusiCares, our fellow beneficiary charity) and don’t forget to tune in for the livestream between 10am-1pm (EST) on Sunday 13th November.
This auction will raise funds to help us continue our essential efforts in helping our peers who work in music and live events affected by mental ill-health and/or addiction. Find out more about what Music Support does here.
Read testimonials from some of our beneficiaries here.
Click here to make a donation to Music Support to help us continue our work.
