Johnny Marr to auction guitars he played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish
Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars, including iconic instruments from his time with The Smiths and Billie Eilish.
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Johnny Marr announced the auction of nearly 100 guitars, including instruments played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish. The collection was scheduled for display at Christie's in New York.
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Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars, including instruments he played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish. The collection will be displayed at Christie's in New York City this week before the auction. Coverage from outlets such as Yahoo, American Songwriter, and The Guardian emphasizes the historical significance of the guitars, particularly those used in Smiths classics like This Charming Man.
The auction includes a wide range of gear, with Marr expressing a desire for the instruments to continue being played. Christie's is handling the auction, and the collection is on display at their New York location. Watch for updates on the auction process and any notable bids or acquisitions from the collection.
Coverage does not yet specify the auction date or details about the bidding process.
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The obvious questions
Which guitars are included in the auction?
The auction includes nearly 100 guitars, featuring instruments played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish.
Where will the guitars be displayed before the auction?
The guitars will be on display at Christie's in New York City this week.
What is the significance of these guitars?
Many of the guitars have historical significance, particularly those used in Smiths classics such as This Charming Man.
Coverage (9)
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Johnny Marr Is Auctioning the Guitars That Helped Shape Modern RockAmerican Songwriter · 134d ago
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Johnny Marr To Auction Guitar Collection Through Christie’sclashmusic.com · 134d ago
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Johnny Marr auctioning 100 guitars including Smiths classicsFar Out Magazine · 134d ago
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Johnny Marr to auction off dozens of guitars heard on Smiths classics such as This Charming ManThe Guardian · 134d ago
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Marr's Guitars The Johnny Marr CollectionChristie's - Press center · 134d ago
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