May 9, 2025 – Julien’s Auctions, the world’s leading celebrity auction house, announced today from Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus extensive details on the items offered at their highly anticipated MUSIC ICONS sale. The listings are live now at juliensauctions.com with the two-day auction taking place May 30 and May 31 from Hard Rock Cafe in New York City.
Hosted at the world-famous Hard Rock Cafe, Julien’s unites the most electrifying, genre-defying treasures of rock and roll history into a single, unforgettable event. With the return of its legendary MUSIC ICONS auction, collectors are granted a once-in-a-lifetime chance to claim pieces from the most iconic names in music.
“Julien’s is honored to announce this year’s Music Icons sale from one of the most legendary music destinations in the world — London’s Hard Rock Cafe Piccadillly Circus,” said Martin Nolan, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Julien’s Auctions. “This incredible collection brings together the instruments, fashion, and personal items that shaped the soundtrack of our lives — from the guitars that changed music history to the unforgettable looks worn by the world’s biggest stars. It’s a celebration of artistry, legacy, and the timeless power and endless enjoyment of music.”
The sale includes several important guitars played on stage and in studio by revered musicians such as; Eric Clapton, Kurt Cobain, Brian May, Johnny Cash, Melissa Etheridge, Bob Dylan, Ronnie Wood, Django Reinhardt, Jack White, Noel Gallagher, Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Yngwie Malmsteen, Slash, Angus Young, Randy Bachman, Richie Sambora and more. It also features gear used by artists including AC/DC, Aerosmith, Frank Zappa, Neil Young, Roxy Music, Rascal Flatts, The Eagles, Nirvana, The Ventures and so many more.
Alongside the historic guitars is a stunning array of ensembles worn by revered style icons such as: Cher, Dolly Parton, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Barbra Streisand, Jimi Hendrix, Chrissie Hynde, Michael Jackson, Bob Dylan, Janet Jackson, Miley Cyrus, Amy Winehouse, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Christine McVie, Betty Davis, Karen Carpenter, Freddie Mercury and Britney Spears, along with additional personal effects and jewelry.
Rare handwritten works from David Bowie, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, Noel Gallagher, Bob Dylan, John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Madonna and more are also included in the auction.
