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Offered Here: Prince 1987-1997 Lot of 2 Backstage Passes. This lot contains one after show pass and one local working pass from Prince's Jam of the Year and Sign of the Times tours. Both passes represent significant moments in his concert history and are in very good condition.
Additional Information: Prince's "Sign o' the Times" tour in 1987 promoted his critically acclaimed double album of the same name, which is often celebrated for its eclectic blend of musical styles and bold lyrics. The "Jam of the Year" tour spanned from 1997 to 1998, marking his return to live performances post-1996 when he changed his stage name to an unpronounceable symbol.
Provenance/Authenticity: Randall "Zeke" Clark is a renowned luthier and legendary guitar/amp technician who got his start in the San Francisco music scene in the 70s, working with various A-list artists until moving to LA in the 80s, where he worked for Eddie Van Halen. From 1985 to 1993, he served as Edward Van Halen’s lead guitar and amp tech, transitioning to the crew with Sammy Hagar to maintain the band's gear through the monumental 5150, OU812, and For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge eras. Beyond his historic tenure as the custodian of Eddie's tone, Clark's elite five-decade career includes building, repairing, and maintaining specialized gear for iconic artists such as Prince, Sammy Hagar, Journey, Heart, Poison, and others. This curated selection of items offers collectors a unique and direct connection to rock history through the hands of a master craftsman who shaped the sound of guitar royalty.
This item was personally handled, vetted, and released by Zeke Clark, ensuring its authenticity and rock-history provenance. Zeke Clark utilizes an Official Personal Signature Stamp to validate and inventory documents and artifacts released directly from his private estate. This item comes with his personal ink-imprinted signature stamp on the certificate of authenticity, which serves as his legally binding, authorized mark of verification and carries the full weight of a hand-signed signature.
Condition: Both passes are in very good condition, with minimal signs of wear, retaining their vibrant design and structural integrity.
SKU: RZC1032