Title: The Elusive Cherry Red ES-345: A Global Hunt for Marty McFly's Iconic Guitar
"Discussing iconic guitar moves: Michael J. Fox mentions emulating Jimi Hendrix's behind-the-head strumming, Pete Townshend's windmill technique, and Eddie Van Halen's hammer-on style, in relation to the Back to the Future guitar."
Dive into the thrilling adventure of tracking down an iconic piece of cinematic history! The one and only Cherry Red ES-345 Gibson guitar, graced by Michael J. Fox in the legendary movie "Back to the Future," has gone missing since the '80s.
This badass guitar was a star in its own right, rocking the "Enchantment Under the Sea" scene with its killer riffs on "Johnny B. Goode." In the movie, set in 1955, the Cherry Red ES-345 made an epic appearance, playing a guitar that surprisingly debuted in '58 – yes, its own distant future!
John Mayer idolized Marty McFly's guitar-playing skills, and it inspired him to, well, play guitar. When the film came out, it even prompted the formation of Coldplay! The film's impact was undeniable, marked Cesar Gueikian, the Gibson president and CEO, in a profound way.
Gibson Films has now embarked on a worldwide quest to reclaim this cherished guitar. They've announced a global search for the missing guitar that's been lost in the cosmos since the film wrapped up.
Remember Michael J. Fox's electrifying guitar face-offs with legends like Jimi Hendrix, Pete Townshend, and Eddie Van Halen? Well, Fox recalled those epic moments during filming, confidently expressing his desire to showcase his favorite moves. The crew, being the cool cats they were, didn't hesitate!
Fast forward to 2022, Gibson's Director of Brand Experience, Mark Agnesi, shared his heartfelt story on Instagram. He admitted that the scene sparked his passion for playing the guitar, leading him to embark on a 13-year hunt for the elusive Cherry Red axe.
Christopher Lloyd, aka Doc Brown, lamented, "It's erased from existence!" Fox echoed his sentiments, saying, "It's either in someone's garage, or it's lost in the space-time continuum."
Cynics have speculated that this hunt for the Cherry Red ES-345 may be a smart publicity move by Gibson. However, if so, they've certainly succeeded in generating excitement, especially given the anticipation surrounding the 40th anniversary of the movie in 2025.
That's right, folks! Gibson has planned a year-long celebration to commemorate this classic film, including a documentary titled "Lost to the Future." True believers can join the search by submitting tips via LostToTheFuture.com or calling/texting 1-855-345-1955.
So let's unite and see if we can't find this legendary guitar before time runs out! After all, The Lost Bass Project managed to locate Paul McCartney's violin bass, hidden away in an English attic! Stranger things have happened, and it's time to make some history!
Footnote:
If you have any valuable clues regarding the whereabouts of the missing Cherry Red ES-345, don't be shy! Hit up LostToTheFuture.com or ring up 1-855-345-1955! And remember, every tip brings us one step closer to reuniting this iconic guitar with its rightful place in cinematic history.
Sources:1. Back to the Future's iconic guitar goes missing in action2. From Back to the Future, Gibson Starts a Global Hunt for the Red ES-345 Used in Johnny B. Goode Scene3. Here’s the Cherry Red ES-345 Back to the Future Guitar the World is Looking For
- Marty McFly's iconic Cherry Red ES-345 Gibson guitar, featured in the movie "Back to the Future," is the subject of a worldwide search led by Gibson Films.
- The Cherry Red ES-345 Gibson guitar made a surprising appearance in the movie, playing a guitar that debuted in 1958, despite being set in 1955.
- Famous celebrities like John Mayer, members of Coldplay, and even Jimi Hendrix, Pete Townshend, and Eddie Van Halen were inspired by the electric guitar technique showcased in the movie.
- Mark Agnesi, Gibson's Director of Brand Experience, started hunting for the elusive Cherry Red axe after watching the film and being inspired to play the guitar himself.
- The elusive Cherry Red ES-345 Gibson guitar, if found, will be the centerpiece of a documentary titled "Lost to the Future" as part of Gibson's year-long celebration for the 40th anniversary of "Back to the Future."
