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Offered Here: Van Halen 1988 Monster of Rock Tour Team Brockum Polo Crew Shirt. This rare crew polo shirt originates from the historic 1988 Monsters of Rock stadium tour. Crafted by the legendary rock merchandise licensors Brockum during their ownership under the Toronto-based company Concert Productions International, the shirt features a premium Outer Banks brand polo blank, size Large. It is detailed with custom embroidery on both sides of the chest, showcasing the official tour logo and the full roster of legendary groups on the tour. This exclusive garment was issued solely to working tour personnel, making it a sought-after artifact documenting a significant moment in heavy metal history.
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: The shirt is in very good vintage condition overall, exhibiting common signs of light wear, natural aging, and long-term storage. The embroidered text and logos remain tight, crisp, and beautifully intact across both breasts. However, for accuracy, there are several small stains located near the bottom front hemline of the shirt, which is typical for authentic road crew apparel worn during a major stadium production.
SKU: RZC1163