Oasis' Noel Gallagher says Johnny Marr has 'always been gung
This article covers the same story as Article 2, detailing Johnny Marr's decision to auction his guitar collection and Noel Gallagher's commentary on Marr's casual treatment of the instruments. The collection features historic guitars used by The Smiths.
Why it matters
It highlights the cultural value of musical instruments associated with legendary bands and the transition of these items from studio tools to collector's pieces.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Naj Modak North West Getty Images The auction includes the Gibson that Marr played in early TV appearances with The Smiths, including this performance on The Tube Noel Gallagher has said singer Johnny Marr has "always been a bit gung-ho" with his guitars.
Marr, 62, is to auction almost 100 of his guitars, including one he once sent to Oasis that left Gallagher worried it could be damaged
The Smiths musician said he was letting go of his guitars because "I didn't like the idea of my studio space becoming a museum".
The collection is on display in London before going under the hammer at Christie's on 17 September.
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