GRAMMY®-nominated global dance music duo SOFI TUKKER and iconic guitar brand Gibson announce a new design collaboration: a collection of eight one-of-one Gibson Flying V™ guitars, each uniquely designed in collaboration with Sophie Hawley-Weld and set to be unveiled throughout SOFI TUKKER’s U.S. ANIMAL TALK Tour, which kicks off on September 10.
Rather than revealing the full collection at once, Sophie will unveil the guitars one by one over the course of the tour, performing live with each new design as it is revealed. The collaboration brings together Gibson’s iconic Flying V silhouette with SOFI TUKKER’s bold visual world, with each guitar conceived as both a one-of-one design piece and a performance instrument.
Sophie Hawley-Weld of SOFI TUKKER, said:
I couldn’t be more excited to finally share this collaboration with Gibson.
Since the beginning of SOFI TUKKER, I’ve been loyal to the Flying V onstage and over the years it’s become such a part of who I am as a performer. Getting to work so closely with Gibson to put my own spin on such an iconic guitar and create these custom versions has truly been a dream come true. Each one has its own personality and story and I can’t wait for everyone to see them come to life throughout the tour!
Following the tour, a selection of the guitars will be auctioned, with funds raised through the sale donated through Gibson Gives, Gibson’s philanthropic division. Proceeds will support Gibson Gives’ ongoing mission to advance music education, improve access to music, and promote health and wellness initiatives through the transformative power of music. Through its global philanthropic efforts, Gibson Gives supports programs and partnerships that create positive change, strengthen communities, and inspire the next generation of musicians and music lovers.
Additional details about each Flying V design, its individual tour reveal, and the Gibson Gives auction will be announced throughout the ANIMAL TALK Tour.
