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Offered Here: Phil Walden 1995-1999 Lot of 3 Personal Career Awards & Recognitions. This collection includes three industry accolades awarded to Phil Walden, founder of Capricorn Records. The first is a 1995 Gavin Seminar shadow box award measuring 9 3/4 x 12 1/4 inches, recognizing Capricorn as the "A3 Non-Major Label of the Year" during the label's 1990s resurgence. The second is an RIAA-certified platinum compact disc award, measuring 19 1/4 inches square, for the 1999 compilation "Now That's What I Call Music! 2," highlighting Walden’s role in achieving commercial success in the late 90s. The third is a BMI classic-style record award, 17 1/4 x 21 1/4 inches, acknowledging Walden's dedicated service and outstanding contributions to the recording industry.
Additional Information: Phil Walden was a pivotal figure in the music industry, co-founding Capricorn Records in 1969 and significantly impacting the southern rock genre by signing artists such as The Allman Brothers Band. The label experienced a revival in the 1990s, as reflected in the Gavin Seminar award. The "Now That's What I Call Music! 2" album was part of a popular series, with the second volume reaching significant commercial success upon its release in 1999.
Provenance/Authenticity: From the Capricorn Records collection.
Condition: All items in this collection are in very good condition, with minor signs of wear, aging, and storage in line with their vintage nature. Frames exhibit light scuffs and handling marks, particularly along edges and corners. Internal elements, including the platinum compact disc and plaques, remain well-preserved with high visual clarity. This lot represents a well-conserved set of industry honors from Phil Walden's career.