Rock band REM is reeling after Peter Buck's signature guitar was stolen from the stage on September 9. The guitar disappeared after a gig the band played in Helsinki, Finland at the Finnair Stadium.
Peter Buck's black Rickenbacker 360 guitar has been a crucial part of REM's history since it was first used for the band's 1982 debut 'Chronic Town.'
There is a generous reward for information that leads to the return of the guitar to REM via fanclub@remtour.com or 706-353-6689 (country code 001, for those outside the US).
Rockstar Stage Thefts
REM Guitar Stolen
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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Event Security — The security industry has the opportunity to innovate and develop new technologies for live event security to prevent theft at concerts and other live performances.
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