Gibson teams up with Noel Gallagher for new custom guitar
To celebrate the opening of the Gibson Garage London, Gibson has teamed up with the former Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher to introduce 20 signed Gibson ’78 Les Paul Custom guitars.
The limited series will only be available for purchase at the official opening day of the new flagship store, the Gibson Garage London, on February 24th, 2024. All proceeds from the sales will be donated to support the Teenage Cancer Trust.
The design of the Noel Gallagher ’78 Custom Les Paul guitars draws inspiration from the instrument originally gifted to Noel by The Smiths’ Johnny Marr. The instrument was prominently featured in live performances and recording sessions with Oasis, notably appearing in the music video for the song ‘Whatever’.
Crafted by the Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab, the Noel Gallagher ’78 Les Paul Custom guitars boast an aged Ebony finish, with each guitar personally signed by Gallagher.
“The Les Paul Custom that Johnny gave me in 1994 was always one of my favourite guitars, and it carries a lot of history,” Gallagher said in a new statement. “The reissues are great, they feel almost identical. I am delighted they are being sold to support the Teenage Cancer Trust.”
“As Gibson continues the relationship with Noel Gallagher, there is no better way to start 2024 than by supporting a truly amazing cause which is close to both our hearts and minds,” adds Lee Bartram, Head of Marketing, EU and UK, Gibson Brands. “We have worked closely with The Teenage Cancer Trust for many years, and it’s always an honour and privilege to support them in raising much-needed funds and awareness for the work they do.”
“Teenage Cancer Trust’s musical history started in 2000 with the launch of our iconic annual series of shows at the Royal Albert Hall. Noel Gallagher was there for that very first performance, and as an ambassador of the charity, has been relentless in his support of young people with cancer ever since,” says Jane Ashton, Head of Music and Entertainment, Teenage Cancer Trust.
She continues: “These guitars are steeped in their own musical history, celebrating the iconic moment one British music legend gifted a priceless guitar to another, like the handing of a baton. Our sincere thanks to Gibson Guitars, long-term supporters of Teenage Cancer Trust, and our Ambassador Noel Gallagher. The money raised will make an enormous difference in the lives of young people with cancer and could fund two Outreach nurses for an entire year, helping us to reach more young people in the UK no matter where they live.”
Additionally, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds are set to play London’s Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust on March 21st, they will be supported by Blossoms.
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