The anticipation is electric for the Played, Worn, & Torn II auction, set to take place at the iconic Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 20–21, 2025.

In a stunning convergence of rock history and coastal culture, three extraordinary lots from the recent 2025 Sea.Hear.Now Music Festival are hitting the auction block, offering collectors a chance to own authentic, artist-signed pieces while supporting a phenomenal group of charities.

These three items—a bespoke guitar and two stage-used surfboards—are more than memorabilia; they are tangibles of a unique cultural moment where music, art, and surfing collide on the Asbury Park shore.

The Danny DeVito-Signed Dave Petillo Masterpiece Guitar

This guitar is a highlight of the auction's contemporary offerings, a true showcase of American lutherie with a cheeky celebrity twist. Crafted by Dave Petillo of the renowned Petillo Masterpiece Guitars, this instrument is a dazzling piece of functional art.

Unrivaled Craftsmanship

The guitar features the classic Petillo Point body and a breathtaking Petillo Wave Headstock overlay. This headstock is an inlaid marquetry mosaic of Asbury Park's boardwalk, utilizing exotic woods to depict every detail, from ebony seagulls to American Poplar grass.

The DeVito Factor

The celebrity connection is pure gold. Signed by beloved actor Danny DeVito at Sea.Hear.Now, the guitar is infused with his indelible presence, immortalized on the Bigsby Tailpiece Plate with a tribute to his legendary It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia character: "Always Sunny In Asbury Park."

A Unique Investment

The custom design, high-end materials (like German Flame Maple and Caribbean ziricote), and the triple signature (DeVito, Petillo, and photographer Danny Clinch) elevate its collectible value far beyond a simple autograph. Its estimate reflects the rarity and artisanship involved.

Celebrity-Signed Surfboards

Nashville is the global capital of country and rock, but for a few days, it will house pieces of genuine surf and punk rock heritage. These surfboards were integral to the Sea.Hear.Now experience, bringing the ocean straight to the stage.

Lot #461: Public Enemy Signed Surfboard

This Charles Mencel-shaped semi-gun thruster carries the weight of hip-hop royalty. Signed by Chuck D. and Flavor Flav, this board wasn't just signed—it appeared on stage during their powerful performance. This direct provenance with two of the most influential artists in music history makes it a highly desirable cultural artifact.

Lot #460: Sublime Signed Surfboard

Capturing the enduring legacy of the ska-punk pioneers, this Performance Twin Keel is autographed by the members of Sublime. Featuring the band’s iconic graphics alongside a Dalmatian motif, this board is a tangible link to the band’s high-energy, infectious beach-side sound.

The Noble Cause: Investing in Asbury Park’s Future

The most compelling dimension of these three magnificent lots is their profound philanthropic purpose: All proceeds from the sale of the Danny DeVito Petillo guitar, the Public Enemy surfboard, and the Sublime surfboard will be donated to a coalition of six vital non-profit organizations dedicated to enriching the Asbury Park community.

By bidding on these extraordinary items, collectors are directly supporting the Asbury Park Music Foundation, which fosters music education; the Mercy Center, which provides essential social services; the Asbury Park African American Music Project, which preserves cultural history; the Asbury Park Museum, which interprets the city's diverse past; Project REAL, which focuses on youth development; and Inspire Life, which empowers the community through mentorship, ensuring that the hammer price translates directly into a measurable, positive investment in the heart and future of this historically significant seaside town.