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culture28 days ago•2 min saved

David Gilmour’s Black Strat fetches a record $14.6M at auction

David Gilmour’s 1969 Fender Stratocaster, the so-called Black Strat used on Pink Floyd albums, sold for a record $14.6 million at Christie’s as part of Jim Irsay’s collection auction, far above expectations of $2–3 million. The sale also included other Irsay heir items such as Jerry Garcia’s guitar ($11.6M), Kurt Cobain’s guitar ($6M), John Lennon’s piano ($3.2M), Ringo Starr’s drum set ($2.4M), and Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky script ($508k).

via NBC Sports|

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music29 days ago•15 min saved

Gilmour’s Black Strat Sets New Guitar Auction Record

David Gilmour’s iconic Black Strat guitar sold for $14.55 million at Christie’s in New York as part of the Jim Irsay Collection, becoming the most expensive guitar ever sold and surpassing Kurt Cobain’s record; the instrument, tied to key Pink Floyd tracks, was purchased in 2019 and its sale will support charitable causes.

via Rolling Stone|

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music29 days ago•14 min saved

Gilmour’s Black Strat Breaks Auction Records with $14.55 Million Sale

David Gilmour’s Black Strat sold for $14.55 million at Christie’s in New York, as part of the Jim Irsay Collection, becoming the most expensive guitar ever sold and eclipsing Kurt Cobain’s Nirvana guitar sale. The instrument is tied to iconic Pink Floyd tracks (Money, Shine On You Crazy Diamond) and the Comfortably Numb solo, with Irsay having purchased it in 2019 for about $5.25 million.

via Rolling Stone|

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guitarists29 days ago•23 min saved

Hagar fires a fresh dig at Alex Van Halen, likening him to Roger Waters

Sammy Hagar fires a fresh dig at former Van Halen bandmate Alex Van Halen, likening him to Roger Waters and saying he understands why Pink Floyd's David Gilmour won't reunite with Waters; he also argues his Best of All Worlds lineup more closely captures the Van Halen experience amid ongoing tensions with the Van Halen camp.

via Guitar Player|

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entertainment3 months ago•15 min saved

Cobain’s Teen Spirit Guitar and Starr’s Ed Sullivan Drums Lead Jim Irsay Collection Auction

Kurt Cobain’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ guitar and Ringo Starr’s Ed Sullivan Show drums are among the standout items in the Jim Irsay Collection, which Christie’s will exhibit in New York in March and auction across four sales, alongside other icons from Pink Floyd and The Beatles; proceeds will support mental health initiatives.

via Rolling Stone|

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music6 months ago•4 min saved

Grammys' Rock Album Race Highlights Legends and Punk Upstarts

The Grammy Award for Best Rock Album is expected to feature a diverse mix of nominees, with David Gilmour likely to win for 'Luck and Strange' as a career recognition, while Wet Leg's 'Moisturizer' and Yungblud's 'Idols' are strong contenders. The category may honor overlooked legends and emerging artists, reflecting a broader appreciation for rock's evolving landscape.

via Rolling Stone|

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music2 years ago•2 min saved

David Gilmour's Reflections: Pink Floyd's Regrets with Syd Barrett

Pink Floyd's David Gilmour reflects on his personal connection with former bandmate Syd Barrett in a new documentary about Barrett's life. Gilmour expresses regret for not visiting Barrett during his reclusive years, acknowledging that both of them might have gained something from a simple visit. The documentary, titled "Have You Got It Yet? The Story Of Syd Barrett And Pink Floyd," features interviews with other Pink Floyd members, as well as friends and colleagues, and explores Barrett's rise to fame, mental health struggles, and eventual exit from the music industry.

via Louder|

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obituary2 years ago•6 min saved

From Resorts to Riches: The Entrepreneurial Journey of David Gilmour

David Gilmour, a Canadian-born entrepreneur who built a luxury resort on Wakaya Island in Fiji and created Fiji Natural Artesian Water, has passed away at the age of 91. Gilmour's resort, the Wakaya Club & Spa, became popular among celebrities, and his bottled water brand became the second-largest imported water brand in the United States. Gilmour's entrepreneurial ventures spanned over 50 years, and he leaves behind a legacy of transforming a tiny island into a luxurious destination and turning Fiji's water into a leading bottled brand.

via The New York Times|

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music2 years ago•5 min saved

"Remembering Prince: Iconic Songs, Birthday Tributes, and Industry Insights"

On what would have been Prince's 65th birthday, several artists paid tribute to the late musician by covering his songs. Chris Cornell performed "Nothing Compares 2 U," Bruce Springsteen covered "Purple Rain," Patti Smith sang "When Doves Cry," Foo Fighters played "Darling Nikki," Corey Taylor covered "Cream," and Tom Jones and David Gilmour performed "Purple Rain" on Jones' ITV series.

via Louder|

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