More than 300 rare music history items are set to go under the hammer at Omega Auctions in Newton-le-Willows on September 15. The collection, assembled over five decades by music industry veteran Lindsay Brown, includes memorabilia linked to The Beatles, Kate Bush, The Rolling Stones, and more.
Collection spans a five-decade career
Brown's music industry career began in 1969 as Social Secretary at Ewell Tech, where he promoted concerts by artists such as Genesis, Deep Purple, Nick Drake, and Black Sabbath. He later held senior positions at Red Bus, MAM, Rock Exchange, Polydor, and Eagle Rock Entertainment, where, as managing director, he signed The Rolling Stones for visual rights. His work has included collaborations with Kate Bush, Queen, The Cure, and Van Morrison.
Rare posters expected to attract international interest
Among the auction items are two important framed posters, which the auction house predicts will draw strong international interest. The first is an extremely rare Atomic Rooster, Genesis, and Nick Drake poster from a Ewell Technical College concert held on January 24, 1970. The auction house expects it to achieve in excess of £5,000. Posters featuring Nick Drake are exceptionally scarce due to his well-known aversion to performing live, and it is believed this may be the first example ever to come to the open market.
The second is a striking red-and-gold framed poster by artist David Arnott for a Black Sabbath performance supporting Caravan, expected to sell for more than £1,000. Collectors will also have the chance to bid on a rare large black-and-gold poster measuring approximately 3ft x 2ft for the New York Dolls' first-ever UK performance, valued at over £1,000.
Beatles autographs and Woodstock ticket among highlights
Other highlights include authenticated autographs from The Beatles inside an autograph book, which is expected to fetch over £3,000. A Woodstock ticket from 1969 is also going under the hammer, alongside multiple examples of Kate Bush memorabilia.
Speaking about the sale, Lindsay Brown said: "My collection reflects a lifetime in the music industry and a lifelong passion for music. I've worked with incredible artists and witnessed some extraordinary moments in music history. Most of these items represent personal memories as much as collectible artefacts. I'm delighted that they will now have the opportunity to be appreciated by other collectors and music enthusiasts."
More information can be found on Omega Auctions' dedicated website.
