Julien's Auctions Announces Live Music Icons Auction at Hard Rock Cafe
Julien's Auctions, a world-renowned auction house known for its record-breaking sales of musical memorabilia, has announced the return of its iconic
Music Icons auction, set to take place live on
May 30 and 31, 2025, at the
Hard Rock Cafe located in the vibrant
Times Square of New York City.
This year's event promises to be a breathtaking showcase of over
700 unique items from some of the most legendary figures in music history. Attendees can expect to see a wide range of memorabilia, including instruments used in famous performances, iconic stage costumes, handwritten song lyrics, and personal belongings from musical legends like
Kurt Cobain, Eric Clapton, David Bowie, Nirvana, U2, Elvis Presley, and
Taylor Swift.
Among the highlights of this year's auction is a remarkable collection curated by
Julian Lennon, which features rare items connected to
The Beatles and John Lennon himself. The collection boasts fascinating pieces such as RIAA Gold awards for the albums
Hey Jude and
Revolver, original handwritten lyrics, animated drawings from the
Yellow Submarine movie, and much more. A portion of the proceeds from this spectacular collection will be donated to the
White Feather Foundation.
Fans and collectors will also find noteworthy items, including:
- - Kurt Cobain's 1989 Takamine acoustic-electric guitar, played during Nirvana's recording session in Hilversum in 1991.
- - A Remo Acousticon Quadra drum set, played by Dave Grohl during sessions.
- - Krist Novoselic's Warwick Dolphin Pro bass guitar.
- - Iconic guitars from rock legends such as Eddie Van Halen, Jack White, Noel Gallagher, Ronnie Wood, and Joe Perry.
- - Stage attire worn by Cher (designed by Bob Mackie), Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Dolly Parton, and Amy Winehouse.
The Julien's Auctions team is also hosting a
free public exhibition from
May 21 to 31 at the Hard Rock Cafe, allowing fans to view this captivating collection daily from
10 AM to 11 PM ET. "This year’s Music Icons auction is a celebration of unforgettable craftsmanship that has shaped generations of music lovers," commented
Martin Nolan, CEO of Julien's Auctions. "From
Kurt Cobain's guitar to
Julian Lennon's treasures connected to
The Beatles, this is a landmark moment in cultural history."
For those eager to participate, the auction catalog will be accessible online. Bidders and enthusiasts alike can RSVP and find more information by visiting
juliensauctions.com.
Join us as we celebrate an amazing chapter in music history with the Music Icons auction at Julien's Auctions. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of musical legacy that continues to resonate through time.