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Offered Here: Van Halen 1990-1991 Lot of 2 American Music Awards Passes. This auction lot includes two American Music Awards laminates from 1990 and 1991. The 1990 laminate is beginning to show signs of delamination. These passes were associated with Randall "Zeke" Clark, who was involved with Great White in 1990 and Clint Black in 1991, both of whom were present or performed at these events.
Additional Information: The American Music Awards of 1990 and 1991 recognized significant achievements in music, with artists like Clint Black making significant impressions during this period. These years were notable for performances that showcased the growing diversity and popularity of genres such as country and rock, reflecting the evolving trends in the music industry during the early 1990s.
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 passes are in generally good condition, with the 1990 pass beginning to exhibit signs of delamination.
SKU: RZC1262