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Sell or Auction Your Chicago Terry Kath Typed Letter Signed for up to Over $1,000 or More at Nate D. Sanders Auctions

ByNate D Sanders May 12, 2023November 30, 2023

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FREE VALUATION. To buy, auction, sell or consign your Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed that is for sale, please email your description and photos to [email protected] of Nate D. Sanders Auctions (http://www.NateDSanders.com).

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Below is a recent realized price for a typed letter signed from Chicago founding member Terry Kath. We at Nate D. Sanders Auctions can obtain up to this amount or more for you:

Chicago Terry Kath Typed Letter Signed. Sold for Over $1,000.

Here are some music autographs we have sold:

Michael Jackson Autograph Letter Signed to Bill Bray — ”…Joseph…only saw me as a way for him to make money…Thank you for being a father…I love you…” — With Epperson COA

Incredible Michael Jackson autograph letter signed ”M.J.” to Bill Bray, Michael’s head of security since he was a child, and also his father figure. In this highly personal letter, Michael reflects on ”true love”, his relationship with both his mother and father, ”the gift of and love of music”, and the ”long long road” he and Bray traveled together. Circa 1992, letter reads in full,

”Bill / It’s been a long long road, we have traveled throughout the years, concerts tours, meeting dignitaries, kings and queens of contries [sic], touring around the world twice, making people happy through the gift of and love of music. I’m coming of age now and really realize the importance of true love.

Joseph [Michael’s father] never ever had time for me, he only saw me as a way for him to make money. And as you know, Mother was a perfect Mother but I never was with her, my childhood was on stage away from Mother.

What I’m simply trying to say is thank you for being a Father. I don’t know what would have happened to me if you were not around. / I love you. / M.J.” On the verso, Michael writes ”Bill the Joker”.

Composed in blue ballpoint on lined yellow legal paper measuring 8” x 12.375”. Folds, else near fine. Letter is accompanied by an 8” x 10” photo of Michael with Bray, an MJJ Productions sticker, and a COA from Roger Epperson. Sold for $15,625.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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Epperson COA. Click image to enlarge.

Beatles Contract Rider for Their 1965 San Diego Concert Signed by Brian Epstein — The Beatles Refuse to Play Before a Segregated Audience

Contract rider for the Beatles 28 August 1965 concert in San Diego at Balboa Stadium, signed by the ”fifth Beatle,” their manager Brian Epstein. This concert was a particularly well-documented event in rock and roll history symbolizing Beatlemania; it was added last-minute to the itinerary of their 1965 North America tour in response to popular demand, and an incident immediately followed the show in which the Beatles’ tour bus broke down and was damaged by a frenzied mob of crazed fans. Typed rider is also signed by a representative from the event purchaser Sight and Sound Productions. The Beatles’ live performance requirements are spelled out in the eleven point rider, including security considerations and crowd control. Also present is their famous requirement that they not play before a segregated audience. Rider arranges for the Fab Four’s transportation from Los Angeles to San Diego for the concert and guarantees the following terms: ”not less than 150 uniformed officers” were to be provided and more if necessary; a ”strong fence or barrier…to prevent any of the audience from climbing over”; also a ”platform for Ringo Starr and his drums” and a high-fidelity sound system equipped with a ”first class sound engineer”; a dressing room with ”four cots, mirrors, an ice cooler, portable TV set and clean towels”; a guest list not to exceed 50 complimentary tickets; one press conference and no further media engagements at the event; prohibition of ticket sales in advance of 31 May 1965; transportation including ”Two seven-passenger Cadillac limousines (air-conditioned if possible) with chauffeurs” and prohibition of unauthorized merchandise sales and bootlegging at the show. Incidentally, the Beatles encountered transportation snafus both coming and going – the airline workers’ strike coincided with their planned flight to San Diego and a touring coach instead brought the band from LA via Highway 1. Three-page document on 3 sheets measures 8.5” x 11”. Toning, creasing and staple punctures to the upper left, else near fine. A scarce record of the Beatles. Sold for $10,780.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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Charming Beatles Autographs on a Photo With Funny Inscriptions by John, Paul, George and Ringo — “Why Don’t You Get A Job? Good heavens from John Lennon”

Charming publicity photograph of The Beatles sipping from china tea cups, with all of the Beatles autographs on verso in various inks with facetious messages by The Fab Four: “To Roy, why don’t you get a job? good heavens from John Lennon” with a hand-drawn crucifix motif; “To Roy you’re fired! you may think this is a joke, but if we come back soon, you’ll see…Paul McCartney”; “Why don’t you just piss off! George Harrison”; and, “To Roy, the best barman in L.A, Ringo Starr”. Additionally inscribed and signed “To Mother Roy it’s been fun nowing [sic] you Neil Aspinall” and further annotated in an unknown hand. Glossy photo measures 6″ x 8″. Diagonal crease across upper right of photo, some dampstaining and fingerprints on verso, else near fine. A rare, fantastic piece showing the Fab Four’s playful wit.  Sold for $10,470.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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Bob Dylan Signed “The Lyrics: Since 1962” — #15 of Only 50 Signed by Dylan

Bob Dylan signed deluxe edition of “The Lyrics: Since 1962″, #15 of a very limited edition of 50 signed copies. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2014, with book design done by The Un-Gyve Limited Group. This limited edition is set apart not only by Dylan’s signature, but also by its outstanding craftsmanship, beginning with the custom slipcase, accented with antique gilt tooling. Book displays gilded edges, headband and ribbon, and acid free text paper showcasing the literary stylings of the Nobel Prize winner for Literature. Book runs 961pp. with lyrics interspersed with album artwork from Dylan’s career. Slipcase measures 13.75″ x 13”, snugly fitting the book. In pristine, fine condition. With LOA from Un-Gyve Ltd., as well as with original shipping box. Sold for $9,432.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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LOA. Click to enlarge.

Bob Dylan Signed Album “The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan” — With a COA From Dylan’s Manger, Jeff Rosen

Bob Dylan signed album, “The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan”, his second album that earned him “Spokesman of a Generation” for the political nature of the songs including “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall”. This album also marked Dylan’s transition to writing nearly all his own compositions. Measures 12.25″ square. Signature has been authenticated by Jeff Rosen, Bob Dylan’s manager. Very good condition. Also with a COA by Roger Epperson. Sold for $8,000.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
Bob Dylan Autograph Album “The Freewheelin’. Click to enlarge.
Roger Epperson COA. Click to enlarge.
Jeff Rosen COA. Click to enlarge.

Michael Jackson Signed “Thriller” Contract — Large Red Signature — With Verification from the U.S. Copyright Office

Michael Jackson signed contract for his groundbreaking “Thriller” music video. The contract, a security agreement between Jackson’s production company and the Screen Actor’s Guild, was signed in Los Angeles, California by Jackson on 10 October 1983. Jackson broadly signs his name on behalf of Optimum Productions in red ink under a typed declaration reading “Michael Jackson, President”. Contract includes certification from the U.S. Copyright Office, with a recording date of 27 December 1983. 10pp. contract measures 8.5″ x 11″. Staple holes to upper left and slight creasing to corners. Very good plus. Sold for $7,717.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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Rolling Stones Signed Limited Edition Poster for the Licks World Tour — With Epperson COA

Rare limited edition Licks 2002-03 tour poster signed by the Rolling Stones. Limited edition is number 240/1,000, signed by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, and artist Jeff Koons. Vivid, colorful poster with metallic stamping measures 39.5″ x 19″. Near fine condition. With Roger Epperson COA. Sold for $5,914.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
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Epperson COA. Click image to enlarge.

Blondie ”Heart of Glass” Lyrics Handwritten by Debbie Harry — Signed & Sealed With a Kiss by the Genre-Breaking Singer

Complete lyrics to Blondie’s 1979 hit song ”Heart of Glass,” signed and written by lead singer Debbie Harry. The glamorous star of punk and new wave imparts a lipstick kiss and signs: ”X Love, Debbie Harry” to the conclusion of the 25-line song. It begins: ”Once I had a love and it was a gas / Soon turned out had a heart of glass…” For the last line, she transcribes the famous chorus: ”…Ooh ooh oh!” 2pp. on yellow ruled pages in blue ink. A photo of Harry is affixed near the bottom edge. Matted and framed to an overall size of 22.25 x 18.25”. In near fine condition. Dings to black metal frame, else near fine. Scarce handwritten lyrics signed by Debbie Harry. Sold for $5,530.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
Blondie ”Heart of Glass” Lyrics Handwritten by Debbie Harry. Click to enlarge.

Queen Signed 1975 Contract for the ”Sheer Heart Attack” Tour — Signed by All Four Band Members for Their First Headlining World Tour

Queen signed contract to promote their breakout album ”Sheer Heart Attack” featuring their first hit, ”Killer Queen”. Dated 7 January 1975, contract is boldly signed by all four band members: Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon and Roger Taylor, representing a concert in Queen’s first world tour as a headlining act. Contract with concert promoter Belkin Productions is for the performance on 8 February 1975 at Music Hall in Cleveland, which would be videotaped for later TV and radio broadcasts. Four page contract on two sheets measures 8.625” x 14”. Single fold, not affecting signatures, and light haloing to May and Taylor’s signatures. Overall very good condition. Accompanied by a Promoter pass to the concert and five photos, date-stamped 19 February 1975 on verso, as well as COAs from Belkin Productions and Roger Epperson. Sold for $4,834.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
Queen Promoter Pass. Click to enlarge.
Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
Queen Signed 1975 Contract for the ”Sheer Heart Attack” Tour. Click to enlarge.

George Michael Signed as George Panayiotou 1981 Card

George Michael signed membership card to “Bogart’s Discotheque”, one of the London night clubs frequented by Michaels before he catapulted to fame with Wham! Card features a photo of the 17-year Michaels, with his signature “G. Panos” (shortened from “Panayiotou” by his father), his name before he changed it to Michaels. His name is also signed in block letters, along with his handwritten birthdate of 25 June 1963. The card’s expiration date is September 1981, the same year Michaels formed Wham! with Andrew Ridgeley. Laminated card measures 3.25″ x 2″. Bend to center, otherwise near fine condition. A fantastic George Michael memento, carried with him during his early club years. Sold for $3,200.

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Madonna Autograph Letter Signed From 1981, With Fantastic Content — ”…I finally found a place on 8th and 30th across the street from Madison Square Garden (where someday I’ll play)…”

Madonna autograph letter signed, with envelope dated 17 April 1981, featuring an unknown, but prescient, Madonna fantasizing about one day playing at Madison Square Garden. The 7-time Grammy winning megastar who’s sold more than 250 million records writes to her brother 2 years prior to releasing her debut album. A 22 year-old at the time, an eager and ambitious Madonna grills Christopher for staying in Detroit and speaks of the possibilities in New York. She writes: ”…You see I have a manager right now. Her name is Camille Barbone, she’s very good and extremely helpful and at this time is supporting me while I try to get my music act together…I have moved 3 times since the last time we spoke (not unusual). I finally found a place on 8th and 30th across the street from Madison Square Garden (where someday I’ll play) 8 blocks from rehearsal studio and it’s the favorite street for assorted bums and winos to hangout on but their [sic] harmless they just add more life to my already chaotic lifestyle. I’ve been auditioning musicians for a couple of weeks, finally got a shit kicking band together and my guitar player went on a European tour with another band and so I’m auditioning again. It’s really frustrating cause I’m so anxious to start playing out and it would only be a matter of months before we went into the studio to record…I’ve been writing lots of good material lately (songs) and everyone tells me how wonderful they are but it takes so long to get record deals and negotiate contracts and find the right musicians that I feel like I could lose my marbles every other day. I’m a glutton for punishment! Do you like rap music? I’ve written some great rap tunes, they’re great to dance to…” Madonna then ends the letter by mentioning Easter and writing: ”…Think of me when you’re stuffing your face w/ Jelly Beans. Write soon or call 212-869-3885. So long kiddo, Madonna”. After releasing her second album, ”Like a Virgin” in 1984, she began her debut concert tour in Seattle on 10 April 1985. 2 months later, Madonna would live up to her word and finish her tour with 2 shows at Madison Square Garden, on 10 and 11 June 1985. 3pp. letter (on 3 separate sheets) is written in blue pen on white lined paper. Comes with original envelope addressed to Madonna’s brother, Christopher Ciccone. Envelope includes postal stamp, dated 17 April 1981, and return address under the name ”Aqua baby boogie bubba”. Pages measure 8.5” x 10”. Two folds on each page, minor ink smudge on each page, otherwise near fine condition. Incredible piece of music history from one of the best-selling artists of all-time. With an LOA from Madonna’s brother, Christopher Ciccone. Sold for $3,125.

Chicago Terry Kath typed letter signed
Madonna Autograph Letter Signed From 1981. Click to enlarge.
COA. Click to enlarge.

Rare Kurt Cobain and Dave Grohl Signed EP — With Cobain Signing as “Kurdt” — With Roger Epperson COA

Kurt Cobain and Dave Grohl signed EP record with Cobain signing as ”Kurdt”, the name he often used in notebooks to refer to himself. Both Cobain and Grohl sign the front cover of ”Teriyaki Asthma”, a compilation EP released in 1989 by C/Z Records featuring Nirvana’s song ”Mexican Seafood”, with Cobain’s name on the back cover also spelled ”Kurdt Kobain”. The EP is rare on its own in the Nirvana oeuvre as only 1,000 were ever released. Record measures 7.25” square. Very well-preserved, with cover, sleeve and record all in near fine condition. With Roger Epperson COA for both signatures. A rare signed Nirvana record signed by Cobain, perhaps the only signed example of this rare compilation EP. Sold for $2,940.

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Roger Epperson COA. Click image to enlarge.

Historic ”USA for Africa” Poster Signed by 24 Musical Artists From the 1985 Charity Single ”We Are The World” — Including Michael Jackson & Billy Joel

USA for Africa poster signed by 24 of its altruistic all-star members, plus a fingerprint by Stevie Wonder. The super-group was assembled to record the single ”We Are The World” to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. The song soared as the first single ever to reach multi-platinum in sales. Large poster is signed by Harry Belafonte as co-creator of the project and by performers Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder (with fingerprint), Diana Ross, Paul Simon, Dionne Warwick, Kenny Rogers, Smokey Robinson, Lionel Richie, Steve Perry, Jeffrey Osborne, Daryl Hall, John Oates, Huey Lewis, Quincy Jones, Cyndi Lauper, Marlon Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Johnny Colla, Ruth Pointer, Sheila E., Bette Midler, Kim Carnes and Lindsey Buckingham. Signatures, mostly rendered in felt tip, appear in different colors – black, red, blue, light blue, green and pink. White poster with black logo measures 20” x 24”. Light creasing, otherwise near fine. Comes with an 8.5” x 11” document on USA for Africa letterhead listing the performers, with those who signed this poster highlighted. Sold for $2,500.

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Queen Signed Invitation for a Party at the British Embassy in Budapest During Their 1986 Concert Tour — Twice-Signed by Freddie Mercury — With Roger Epperson COA

Queen signed invitation and envelope in July 1986 during their concert tour for “A Kind of Magic”. Invitation is for a party at the British Embassy in Budapest for the occasion of Queen’s performance there. Envelope with royal crest is twice-signed by Freddie Mercury. Front of invitation is signed by Roger Taylor, Brian May and John Deacon, with Deacon also signing the invitation’s verso. All signatures are inscribed to Gloria, with Deacon adding “’86” to his signature. Accompanied by two concert tickets to the 27 July show. Invitation measures 5.75″ x 4″ and envelope measures 6.25″ x 4.5″. Part of envelope verso is cut away, otherwise near fine condition. With Roger Epperson COA for all signatures. Sold for $2,095.

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Epperson COA. Click image to enlarge.

The Rolling Stones Signed Limited Edition Artwork for ”Bridges to Babylon” — Measures 22.5” x 26”

The Rolling Stones signed lithographic artwork for their album ”Bridges to Babylon”. Limited edition art is #75 of 125, made by Stefan Sagmeister. Artwork is signed by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Ronnie Wood and Charlie Watts, also dated 1998 by Richards and Watts. With the Rolling Stones logo at lower right. Lithograph measures 22.5” x 26”, framed in blue to 25.5” x 29”. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,875.

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