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Note: This article has been updated to indicate sold items as of 9-29-25  MusicGoldmine recently acquired a stellar collection of rare RIAA "white matte" record awards. For those not familiar, this type of RIAA awards are the rarest and most valuable of all RIAA awards. They were made from 1964 through 1974 in quite limited numbers for each title by only one company, the New York Frame & Picture Co. Also worth noting is that artist-presented awards are always the most valuable*, when they are genuine. Fortunately, all of these awards are genuine. If you'd like to know how we determine...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! SEPT 1: Happy birthday to Barry Gibb! Born September 1, 1946, in Douglas, Isle of Man, the legendary singer, songwriter, and producer is best known as the eldest member of the Bee Gees. Alongside his younger twin brothers, Robin and Maurice, he helped form one of the most successful groups in pop history, with a career spanning more than five decades. After moving to Australia in the late 1950s, the Gibb brothers began performing together, achieving early chart success before...

Forty years ago in 1985, the music world witnessed an unprecedented moment of unity when dozens of the biggest stars of the era gathered to record “We Are The World.” On its 40th anniversary, here’s a look at why and how the famed charity single came together, along with its impact and legacy. Released in 1985 under the banner of USA For Africa, the track became not only a cultural milestone but also a humanitarian triumph. It raised millions for famine relief in Africa and showcased the ability of music to transcend competition, ego, and industry boundaries. Behind its success...

The week in music history brought to you by MusicGoldmine.com. Just a couple of highlights from this week in music history! AUG 19: Happy birthday to John Deacon! Born August 19, 1951, in Leicester, England, Deacon is best known as the quiet yet essential bassist for the legendary rock band Queen. Joining the group in 1971, he completed the classic lineup alongside Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and Roger Taylor. Though often reserved on stage and in interviews, Deacon’s musical contributions were pivotal to Queen’s sound, blending melodic bass lines with rhythmic precision. Deacon proved himself not only as a bassist but...

Since our last report in 2024 on the latest RIAA top 10 albums in terms of U.S. sales, AC/DC is the biggest mover, with their Back In Black masterstroke album now going from fourth to third on the list. In doing so they overtook the Eagles venerable Hotel California album.   Eagles, however, remain fully secure at the top of the list with their best seller, Eagles/Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975, at 38 million copies sold. Also, Led Zeppelin's IV album notched past Billy Joel's two-volume greatest hits release, tying the Beatles White Album at 24 million sold. Other moves in the top...