Ozzy Osbourne Will Auction Off Paintings He Made With Chimps

Black Sabbath - Ozzy Osbourne Black Sabbath in concert, Denver, Colorado, America - 15 Feb 2016

Ozzy Osbourne, the venerable icon of heavy metal and former frontman of Black Sabbath, has once again captured public attention, but this time through a unique and altruistic intersection of art and animal advocacy. Osbourne has partnered with ex-lab chimpanzees from the Florida-based Save the Chimps sanctuary to create a collection of paintings. This collaboration…

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John Lennon’s ‘Smutty & Funny’ Letter to Be Sold at Auction

New picture/image found in the Archive files, not previously available on site, kept on Hold for possible exclusive purposes - for inquiries please Edd Griffin, Laura Watts or Nick Lawton - Archive, Nov 2024. The Beatles - John Lennon The Beatles - 1964

A handwritten letter composed by John Lennon to his first wife, Cynthia Powell, has surfaced in the headlines as it heads to auction. Set to be sold by Christie’s, this letter captures a vivid snapshot of Lennon’s early life as he juggled his burgeoning career with the Beatles and his personal relationships. The love letter—peppered…

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Steve Perry Is Auctioning Signed Journey Memorabilia To Benefit Fire Relief

Steve Perry at the Dreamworks' Pictures premiere of "Need For Speed". Arrivals held at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, CA, March 6, 2014. "Need For Speed" Premiere, Los Angeles, California, USA - 06 Mar 2014

Steve Perry, the former lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Journey, has embarked on a heartfelt mission to aid the victims of the devastating wildfires in Altadena, Los Angeles. In collaboration with Darkives Collectibles, an emergent archiving initiative under the banner of Dark Horse Records, Perry has launched an auction featuring a trove of…

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Steven Tyler’s ‘Dream On’ Keyboard Sells For $130k

Aerosmith Singer Steven Tyler Performs During a Concert at the Poliedro Parking Lot in Caracas Venezuela 28 September 2013 Venezuela Caracas Venezuela Music - Sep 2013

The prestigious “Music Icons” auction hosted by Julien’s Auctions in the bustling Times Square at the Hard Rock Cafe captivated music enthusiasts and collectors alike. Among the notable items that fetched impressive prices, one stood out: a stage-played keyboard used by Steven Tyler, the legendary frontman of Aerosmith, during performances of the iconic song “Dream…

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New Auction Proves Bill Walton Was a Hardcore Deadhead

Bill Walton 'Fire On The Mountain' documentary, New York, USA - 04 Nov 2019

Bill Walton, the celebrated Hall of Fame NBA center, was known both for his illustrious basketball career and his profound admiration for the Grateful Dead. Walton’s dedication to the band went beyond being a fan; he attended over 800 Grateful Dead or Dead-related shows during his lifetime—often spotted in the front rows. His deep-seated connection…

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R.E.M., Coldplay, Nickelback Contribute Items For Sweet Relief Auction

R.E.M.: Peter Buck, Mike Mills, Michael Stipe and Bill Berry attend 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala at Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on June 13, 2024 Lev Radin - 2024-06-13, New York, NY, USA - 13 Jun 2024

The Sweet Relief Musicians Fund has recently launched a high-profile auction to benefit the Music’s Mental Health Fund. This initiative, announced on May 15, 2025, aims to provide crucial financial support to music industry professionals struggling with mental health challenges. The auction extends an opportunity to bid on a diverse array of memorabilia and experiences…

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George Harrison’s Uneaten Toast Sells to Devoted Beatles Fan

A bit of uneaten toast from the 1960s has sold for an undisclosed sum, revealing the enduring and sometimes bizzare allure of Beatles memorabilia. The toast, purportedly left behind by legendary guitarist George Harrison in 1962, has changed hands once again, becoming the prized possession of music memorabilia collector Joseph O’Donnell. Despite the enigmatic nature…

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