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Johnny Marr to Auction 95 Guitars Spanning The Smiths to Bond Theme
entertainment19 days ago

Johnny Marr to Auction 95 Guitars Spanning The Smiths to Bond Theme

Johnny Marr is set to auction about 95 guitars, including his Smiths-era and Billie Eilish No Time To Die instruments, with Christie's handling a display in New York and London ahead of a London sale on 17 September. Estimates range from £1,000 to £150,000, and he will donate the hammer price of 10 lots to The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and The National Autistic Society, aiming for the guitars to continue to inspire others rather than sit in storage.

via BBC|
#christies#entertainment#guitar-auction
Marr’s Guitars Collection to Hit the Block at Christie's London Sale
business19 days ago

Marr’s Guitars Collection to Hit the Block at Christie's London Sale

Christie’s will auction Marr’s Guitars: The Johnny Marr Collection in London on 17 September 2026, showcasing around 80 guitars across about 95 lots with estimates from £1,000 to £150,000; highlights include Marr’s 1982 Rickenbacker 330 Jetglo, 1960 Cherry Red Gibson ES-355, a 1984 Roger Giffin Korina Telecaster, a 1971 Martin D-28, a 1984 Gibson Les Paul Standard, and a 2017 Fender Johnny Marr Signature Jaguar; several guitars were used on his new album The Age Of Everything and in film scores; highlights will tour to New York (25 June–1 July) before a London pre-sale (9–16 September); 10 lots' hammer prices will be donated to The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and The National Autistic Society; Christie’s emphasizes Marr’s influence from The Smiths and beyond, tracing his career through the instruments that shaped his sound.

via Christie's - Press center|
#auction#business#christies
Morrissey's Dallas Concert Halted as Fans Overrun Stage
music1 year ago

Morrissey's Dallas Concert Halted as Fans Overrun Stage

Morrissey's concert in Dallas was abruptly ended when fans rushed the stage during his encore, leading to a security incident where a bodyguard was injured. The show, which featured a setlist of Morrissey's solo and The Smiths' songs, was cut short as the singer was forced to leave the stage. In other news, Morrissey recently donated £50,000 to Salford Lads Club to help prevent its closure.

via NME|
#concert#dallas#morrissey
"Smiths Guitarist Demands Trump Cease Using Band's Music at Rallies"
politics2 years ago

"Smiths Guitarist Demands Trump Cease Using Band's Music at Rallies"

Donald Trump could face a lawsuit for using a song by the Smiths at a rally, as the band's guitarist, Johnny Marr, and a lawyer have suggested potential legal action for copyright infringement and "passing off." This isn't the first time Trump has faced such issues, as the disco group Village People previously sent him a cease-and-desist letter for using their music at his events. Several other artists, including Neil Young, Adele, Rihanna, and Elton John, have also objected to Trump using their music at his campaign events.

via Newsweek|
#copyright-infringement#donald-trump#lawsuit
"The Smiths' Guitarist Demands Trump Cease Using Band's Music at Rallies"
music2 years ago

"The Smiths' Guitarist Demands Trump Cease Using Band's Music at Rallies"

Donald Trump has been playing The Smiths' song "Please Please Please, Let Me Get What I Want" at his campaign rallies, prompting guitarist Johnny Marr to express dismay and vow to "shut this s*** down." However, musicians often have limited control over politicians using their music due to licensing agreements, and it's unlikely that Marr can prevent Trump from using the song. While some bands may benefit from politicians using their music, the issue raises questions about the intersection of music and politics.

via The Irish Times|
#donald-trump#johnny-marr#music
Johnny Marr Demands Trump Cease Using The Smiths' Music at Rallies
music2 years ago

Johnny Marr Demands Trump Cease Using The Smiths' Music at Rallies

Guitarist Johnny Marr of The Smiths strongly objects to their music being played at former President Trump’s campaign events, calling for it to be "shut down." Marr has a history of clashing with conservative politicians and has spoken out against right-wing politicians who like The Smiths. This comes in contrast to his former bandmate Morrissey, who has made headlines for speaking out against cancel culture and politicizing diversity.

via Fox News|
#donald-trump#johnny-marr#music
"Musical Showdown: Rocker Johnny Marr Takes on Trump Over Song Usage"
music2 years ago

"Musical Showdown: Rocker Johnny Marr Takes on Trump Over Song Usage"

British rock guitarist Johnny Marr of The Smiths called out Donald Trump for using the band's music at his rallies, demanding that it be stopped. Marr joins a long list of musicians who have spoken out against Trump using their music, including Adele, Aerosmith, and many others. The Smiths' lead singer, Morrissey, previously criticized Trump in a 2017 interview. Marr has been vocal against right-wing politicians and previously forbade them from claiming to like The Smiths.

via cleveland.com|
#donald-trump#johnny-marr#music
"Johnny Marr's Sharp Rebuke: Trump's Use of Smiths Songs Shut Down"
music2 years ago

"Johnny Marr's Sharp Rebuke: Trump's Use of Smiths Songs Shut Down"

Johnny Marr criticized Donald Trump for using The Smiths' song at a political rally, expressing disbelief and calling for it to be stopped. Marr joins a list of artists who have publicly rebuked Trump for using their music at his events, despite not having permission. This incident adds to the ongoing issue of musicians objecting to their songs being used without consent at political rallies.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#donald-trump#johnny-marr#music
"Johnny Marr Demands Trump Cease Using The Smiths' Music at Rallies"
music2 years ago

"Johnny Marr Demands Trump Cease Using The Smiths' Music at Rallies"

The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr is calling on Donald Trump to stop using the band's music at campaign rallies, specifically the song "Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want." Marr reacted to a video showing Trump using the song at a rally in South Dakota and urged for it to be "shut right down right now." Trump has faced backlash from numerous artists, including The Rolling Stones, Linkin Park, and Neil Young, for using their music without permission at his rallies.

via USA TODAY|
#campaign-rallies#cease-and-desist#donald-trump
"Johnny Marr Furious as Trump Continues to Use The Smiths' Songs at Rallies"
music-politics2 years ago

"Johnny Marr Furious as Trump Continues to Use The Smiths' Songs at Rallies"

The Smiths' guitarist Johnny Marr has demanded that the Trump campaign stop using the band's song "Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want" at rallies, expressing disbelief at its use and stating, "Consider this s–t shut down right now." Marr joins a list of artists who have objected to Trump using their music, with some pursuing legal action or sending cease-and-desist letters. It remains unclear if Marr plans to take legal action, but he is the latest in a series of musicians to protest the use of their songs by the former president's campaign.

via New York Post |
#campaign#donald-trump#johnny-marr
Johnny Marr Condemns Trump's Use of The Smiths' Music at Rallies
music-politics2 years ago

Johnny Marr Condemns Trump's Use of The Smiths' Music at Rallies

Johnny Marr denounces Donald Trump's use of The Smiths' song "Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want" at a campaign rally, expressing disbelief and shutting down the use of the song. Trump, currently running for a second term, has faced opposition from numerous artists for using their music at his rallies. While Marr has been outspoken against right-wing politicians praising The Smiths, frontman Morrissey has not yet spoken out against the use of the song.

via Variety|
#donald-trump#johnny-marr#music