Rock Stars Auction Art for Housing Works

The "Turn It Up!" online auction, benefiting Housing Works, is currently underway, featuring a notable array of items donated by musicians and artists. The event supports the charity's crucial work in ensuring access to housing, healthcare, and HIV prevention and treatment for all.

Highlights of the auction include artwork by David Byrne and Joan Baez, alongside signed memorabilia from Ringo Starr and Rick Allen. Matt Berninger of The National has contributed a baseball with handwritten lyrics, and Ani DiFranco offered a signed print.

Adding to the unique offerings is a vintage concert poster for Patti Smith and Television, donated by Richard Hell. Art pieces from Kevin Barnes and Eric Nally, and a photograph by Bob Gruen of John Lennon are also up for bid.

Last year's inaugural auction, an idea by music publicist Melissa Nastasi, successfully raised over $25,000 for Housing Works. The organization has a long-standing connection with the music community, as noted by music journalist Alan Light, a board member of the Housing Works Bookstore.

Bidding for the "Turn It Up!" items will conclude this Thursday, October 1st, at 10 p.m. Eastern Time. The auction link is available for those wishing to participate.