The former Journey frontman has launched a new charity holiday auction featuring more than 90 never-before-available items from his personal collection, with all proceeds benefiting Gilead House, a Marin County–based nonprofit that supports unhoused single mothers and their children, many of whom are survivors of domestic violence.
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Among the most coveted pieces are handwritten lyrics to Journey classics “Separate Ways” and “Only The Young,” along with Perry’s own Diamond RIAA Award for Escape, presented for more than 10 million albums sold. The collection also includes signed and authenticated test pressings, vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, studio-used instruments, vintage tour merchandise, promotional jackets, and carefully preserved tour programs from Journey’s 1983 tour and Perry’s Strange Medicine tour in 1994.
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“I’m excited to once again open up my personal archives for this special Holiday auction and give the fans who have supported me through the years a chance to own a piece of my musical journey,” Perry said in a statement.
“Every item in this collection comes directly from my personal archive. These pieces have been carefully stored for many years, and now I feel it’s the right time to pass them on from my hands to yours, to be enjoyed, remembered and part of your own personal collections.”
“Most importantly, all the proceeds from this archive sale will go to support Gilead House, which is a wonderful charity close to my heart in Marin County that does so much for many families who are trying to rebuild their lives,” he said. “Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey with me. Let’s help make a difference together this Holiday season.”
One fan wrote, "Thank you, Stephen, for your generous nature in giving back to help others who are in need. Your efforts are always so appreciated, and I'm sure your mom would be very proud of the thoughtful and kind man she raised. Thank you, and Merry Christmas. ?."
Another shared, "You are and always have been amazing. Been loving you since I was 7. Thank you for getting me through a tough childhood with your songs."
"As a survivor and thriver from a childhood full of trauma’s no human should experience….thank you, Steve Perry ?. I’ve been looking to purchase some written lyrics but, unfortunately, waaaaaaay out of my price range ?," one fan wrote.
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Another fan concluded, "A very special heartfelt thanks to Steve Perry for making this happen. God bless you, Steve."
The auction is live now through December 16, giving collectors and supporters a limited-time opportunity to own a piece of rock history while contributing to a cause Perry says is close to his heart.
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