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SOFI TUKKER AND GIBSON ANNOUNCE FLYING V GUITAR DESIGN COLLABORATION
| GRAMMY®-nominated global dance music duo SOFI TUKKER and iconic guitar brand Gibson today 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 tomorrow, 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. |
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| Above: a close-up of the guitar. The Flying V has been part of Sophie Hawley-Weld’s onstage world since the beginning of SOFI TUKKER. 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. Through this partnership, SOFI TUKKER and Gibson are creating a meaningful connection between artists, instruments, and philanthropy, harnessing the power of music to expand access, create opportunity, and make a positive impact. “I couldn’t be more excited to finally share this collaboration with Gibson,” says Sophie Hawley-Weld of SOFI TUKKER. “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!” “Music has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create meaningful connections,” says Erica Krusen, Executive Director of Gibson Gives. Through this collaboration with SOFI TUKKER, the funds raised from these extraordinary guitars will help Gibson Gives expand access, opportunity, and well-being through the power of music.” “SOFI TUKKER are incredible creative partners whose artistry extends far beyond music,” says Rae Vinton, Gibson Cultural Influence. “Sophie brought such a bold, imaginative perspective to every guitar, while embracing the history and unmistakable character of the Gibson Flying V. I look forward to seeing each guitar become part of the duo’s vibrant visual world onstage throughout the tour.” For Sophie, whose guitar playing and Brazilian musical influences have been integral to SOFI TUKKER’s sound since the duo’s beginnings, the collaboration offers a new canvas for the intersection of music, design, and performance that has long defined the band. The collaboration arrives as SOFI TUKKER kicks off their U.S. ANIMAL TALK Tour. The two-time GRAMMY®-nominated duo has amassed billions of streams and earned Platinum records across five continents, headlined venues including Red Rocks and Forest Hills Stadium, and performed on major festival stages around the world, including Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Ultra, and Tomorrowland. Additional details about each Flying V design, its individual tour reveal, and the Gibson Gives auction will be announced throughout the ANIMAL TALK Tour. |
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| Above: SOFI TUKKER at Rock in Rio. SOFI TUKKER — ANIMAL TALK TOUR 2026 September 10 — Morrison, CO — Red Rocks AmphitheatreSeptember 19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Greek TheatreSeptember 25 — Chicago, IL — Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly IslandSeptember 26 — Toronto, ON — TBC AmphitheatreOctober 2 — Brooklyn, NY — Pacha New YorkOctober 16 — Washington, DC — The AnthemOctober 24 — Daly City, CA — Cow PalaceOctober 30 — Guadalajara, MX — Teatro Estudio CavaretOctober 31 — Mexico City, MX — Pepsi Center For tickets and additional tour dates, visit SOFI TUKKER’s official website: https://www.sofitukker.com/. About Sofi Tukker:SOFI TUKKER is the GRAMMY-nominated electronic music duo of Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern. Blending house, dance, pop, and Brazilian influences, they’ve crafted a signature sound that is infectious and unmistakably their own. Since breaking out with the GRAMMY-nominated “Drinkee,” the duo has amassed billions of streams and built a devoted global fanbase. Known for their vibrant live performances, SOFI TUKKER seamlessly combines live instrumentation and an undeniable stage presence with dance music, creating a musical world that is energetic, playful, and unapologetically their own. About Gibson Gives:For over 130 years, the iconic and leading American instrument brand Gibson has been shaping sound across generations and genres. Gibson, and its charitable non-profit division Gibson Gives, believe in the power of music and that getting instruments into the hands of those with a desire to make music is a life-changing event. Gibson Gives–a 501(c)(3), is committed to making the world a better place by supporting non-profit organizations and developing programs in our efforts to advance musicians through music education, and health and wellness initiatives worldwide. 100% of all donations to and from Gibson Gives go towards giving the gift of music. In the last five years, Gibson Gives has raised over $5.6 million+ and enabled $57.8 million in funding for key organizations through product donations and meaningful giving worldwide. For more information, visit: www.gibsongives.org. About Gibson:Gibson, the iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals. Gibson is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by all Gibson brands. Explore more at Gibson.com, Gibson App, and on Gibson TV, follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, and visit us at the Gibson Garage Nashville, the Gibson Garage London, and the Gibson Garage Miami. |
