THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/01/1966 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 350318

THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/01/1966 CO-SIGNED BY: CASS - HFSID 350318

Promissory note in the amount of $20,000 signed by all four members. Promissory note signed “J. Phillips”, “Michelle Phillips”, “Dennis Doherty” and “Cass Elliot”. 1p, 8x9. No place, December 1, 1966. In part: “FOR VALUE RECEIVED, the undersigned do severally and jointly promise to pay to Dunhill Records Ltd., or order, at the office of Dunhill Records Ltd. At 1330 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York, 10019, or at such other place as may be designated in writing by the holder of this note, the principal sum of Twenty Thousand ($20,000.) Dollars together with interest on the principal sum accruing from the date hereof at the rate of six (6%) percent per annum, said payment to be made on demand provided that no demand shall be made prior to May 31, 1967.” The Mamas and the Papas, who were formed in New York in 1964 and disbanded in 1972, created a Grammy Award-winning hit, "Monday, Monday" (1966). Their other hits included "California Dreamin'" and "Dedicated to the One I Love". CASS ELLIOT was only 30 when she died of a heart attack in London in 1974. JOHN PHILLIPS was 65 when he died in 2001 of heart failure. DENNIS "DENNY" DOHERTY died in 2007 at age 66.

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/28/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285881

THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/28/1967 CO-SIGNED BY: CASS MAMA - HFSID 285881

The Mamas and Papas sign a document to Dunhill Records, Inc., Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. and Wingate Music Corp. Rare Typed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Gilliam Phillips", "Cass Elliot" and "Dennis Doherty", 3p, 8½x11, separate sheets. No place, 1967 September 28. In letter form to Dunhill Records, Inc., Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. and Wingate Music Corp. A listing of seven points to confirm the "understanding and agreement between you and the undersigned....". In part: "Trousdale agrees to cancel as of October 1, 1966 the 10% collection charge which was deducted in the computation of our writers' royalties for the last half of 1966...We acknowledge and agree that mechanical royalties are payable by Dunhill and its parent and affiliated companies to Trousdale and Wingate on 90% of gross sales and that writers' royalties are payable by Trousdale and Wingate on the same 90% basis...You and we hereby acknowledge that the sum of $13,330 was expended for re-mastering and reprinting slicks and labels in connection with the replacement of Jill Gibson...." Also signed three times by the President the music entities with whom the contract was made.

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/28/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285881

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/26/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285875

THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/26/1967 CO-SIGNED BY: CASS MAMA - HFSID 285875

The Mamas and Papas sign a document requesting that the royalties from Dunhill Records, Inc. be paid. Rare Typed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Phillips", "Cass Elliot" and "Dennis Doherty", 1p, 8½x11. No place, 1967 September 26. To Dunhill Records, Beverly Hills. In full: "The undersigned hereby irrevocably instruct and direct you to pay a sum equal to twenty (20%) per cent of any and all royalties payable to us from Dunhill Records, Inc., attributable to the sale of records embodying our performances on master recordings produced by Lou Adler, to Mr. Lou Adler at 800 Stone Canyon Road, Los Angeles, California 90024. All recording costs are to be borne solely by us." Adler's name and address are crossed out in black pen, most probably before this document was sold to a collector/dealer. The day after this contract, Adler resigned from Dunhill Records and was hired by The Mamas and the Papas to be their producer and as an independent contractor to supervise, direct and produce their recording sessions. Adler also managed Jan & Dean and Carole King. The Mamas and the Papas were formed in New York in 1964 and disbanded in 1972. Their hits include "California Dreamin'", "Monday, Monday" (1966 Grammy) and "Dedicated to the One I Love".

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/27/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285879

THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/27/1967 CO-SIGNED BY: CASS MAMA - HFSID 285879

The singing group The Mamas and the Papas sign a document terminating their contract with Lou Adler. Rare Partly Printed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Phillips", "Dennis Doherty", "Cass Elliot" and "Lou Adler", 2p, 8½x10½, separate sheets. No place, 1967 September 27. To Lou Adler, who has signed under "Agreed to and Accepted". In part: "We have requested that you terminate your contract with Dunhill Records, Inc., pursuant to which you act as our Producer in connection with the making of phonograph records for Dunhill Records, Inc. In consideration of your doing so, and in consideration of your rendering services as our Producer in the future, we agree as follows: We hereby engage your nonexclusive services as a producer and as an independent contractor to supervise, direct and produce our recording sessions, up to the point of delivery of finished tapes...." The award winning quartet, whose songs include "Monday, Monday", hires their producer, agreeing to pay him "two (2%) percent of the suggested retail list price of all records manufactured and sold after January 1, 1967....…"

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/26/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285875

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/01/1966 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 350318

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/01/1966 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 350318

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/26/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285875

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/27/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285879

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - PROMISSORY NOTE SIGNED 12/01/1966 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 350318

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/27/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285879

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THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/26/1967 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID: 285875

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J. P. "BIG BOPPER" RICHARDSON - AUTOGRAPH MUSICAL MANUSCRIPT UNSIGNED - HFSID: 350592

Working Manuscript for his song "Walking Thru My Dreams" which was released immediately after his death. Autograph Manuscript, not signed, 1p, 8x10½. Original working manuscript of his song "Walking Thru My Dreams". The song was released immediately after his death in a plane crash near Mason City, Iowa on February 3, 1959. The crash also killed Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens. In full with misspellings: "Walking thru my Dreams/When I close my eyes/I cant fall a sleep/keep tossin & a turnin tumbling/a talking & a mumblin'/What to do/I start countin sheep/& end up countin kisses/Its you I always see/I want you close to me/keep dreaming about you/Walking thru my dreams/I see your lovely face/walking thru my dreams each nite/Walkin thru every place/but I only love you in my dreams & that/aint right./But who knows somday, dreams came/true it seems/So there in slumber land, I know ill hold/your hand/& we'll go walkin thru my dreams." This song was released on the flip side of the ballad "Someone Watching Over You". Some of the Big Bopper's best works were written during his many sleepless nights that he had often utilized for creative inspiration.

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J. P. "BIG BOPPER" RICHARDSON - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID: 350527

Scarce photograph of the 1950s Rock 'N' Roller Rare Photograph inscribed and signed: "To / Reg - / Thanks / for the wonderful / hospitality / Big / Bopper". B/w, 6¾ x 8½. Publicity photograph by Van Dyck Studio, Beaumont (imprint at lower left edge). Ink lightly beaded (completely legible). Minor surface creases (most not evident head on) at background. Fine condition. Framed by unknown individual: 15¼x17¾. Not reviewed by us for conservation integrity. Mat has separated from frame, resulting in the photograph not being flush with glass. Frame is scratched and chipped, backing paper is torn at upper portion. "As is" framing. Jiles Perry Richardson (1930-1959) was a Texas disc jockey who called himself "The Big Bopper" after the latest dance craze, the bop. His song, "Chantilly Lace", which he wrote and sang, reached the "Top Ten" in 1958. In January 1959, The Big Bopper was booked on the Winter Dance Party tour that would cover most of the Midwest. The tour included such headliners as Buddy Holly, Dion and the Belmonts, Waylon Jennings and Ritchie Valens.

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Pop Music | Contracts / Documents

EDIE ADAMS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/16/1960 - HFSID 262668

Document signed by Edie Adams shows her original contract for her role on Perry Como's Kraft Music Hall. Signed as "Edith Adams" in blue ink on March 16, 1960, it binds her to Roncom Production, Inc. for two episodes.

Price: $300.00
MAXENE ANDREWS - DOCUMENT MULTI-SIGNED 09/13/1946 - HFSID 288913

Consent form authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund, signed twice by Maxene Andrews as “Marlene Andrews” and “Sincerely/Andrews/Sisters.” Dated September 13, 1946, it grants rights to reproduce her likeness for fundraising stamps benefiting film industry veterans.

Price: $700.00
PAUL ANKA - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/26/1957 - HFSID 949

Document signed by Paul Anka, dated November 26, 1957, is a release form for the News Syndicate Co., Inc. It grants permission for using his name and image for editorial and promotional purposes. Anka is known for the hit song "Diana".

Sale Price $295.00

$360.00
BURT BACHARACH - CONTRACT DOUBLE SIGNED 10/08/1969 - HFSID 262568

Contract signed by Burt Bacharach twice, once as "Burt Bacharach" and once as "BB", for an appearance on The Kraft Music Hall dated October 8, 1969. The contract is addressed to Yorkshire Productions, New York.

Price: $440.00
BURT BACHARACH - DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/03/1970 - HFSID 262570

Document signed by Burt Bacharach, directing that any compensation from his appearance on The Kraft Music Hall is forwarded to Creative Management Associates. Signed on February 3, 1970, the document reflects his management arrangement following the November 19, 1969 appearance.

Sale Price $195.00

$240.00
BURT BACHARACH - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/08/1969 - HFSID 262572

Document signed by Burt Bacharach, dated October 8, 1969, acknowledging his appearance on The Kraft Music Hall. Signed as "Burt Bacharach", this contract is addressed to Yorkshire Productions, New York, confirming his performance on October 15, 1969.

Price: $240.00
BURT BACHARACH - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/27/1969 - HFSID 262571

Document signed by Burt Bacharach, directing that any compensation for his appearance on The Kraft Music Hall on October 15, 1969, is to be forwarded to Creative Management Associates. Signed on October 27, 1969, as "Burt Bacharach".

Sale Price $195.00

$240.00
SHIRLEY BASSEY - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/24/1967 - HFSID 947

Document signed by Shirley Bassey, consisting of a release form for the News Syndicate Co., Inc. It includes the signature "Shirley Bassey" and provides context on her renowned career, particularly noting her hit song "Goldfinger".

Sale Price $165.00

$200.00
LOIS M. BATTLE - DOCUMENT SIGNED 07/09/1962 - HFSID 282304

Membership application signed by actress Lois M. Battle in 1962, signing as "Lois M. Battle" in blue ink. Includes a carbon copy of the initiation fee receipt. Document relates to her joining the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

Price: $200.00
HARRY BELAFONTE - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/11/1957 - HFSID 948

Document signed by Harry Belafonte, authorizing the Chicago Tribune-New York News Syndicate to use his name or picture for editorial or promotional purposes, dated December 11, 1957. Hand-signed as "Harry Belafonte", it reflects his significant contributions to entertainment.

Sale Price $195.00

$240.00
TONY BENNETT - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 09/26/1969 - HFSID 262588

Document signed twice by Tony Bennett, dated September 26, 1969, related to his guest appearance on the Dean Martin Show. Signed as lender and artist, detailing a loan-out agreement for a national broadcast. Bennett's payment terms included $7,500 for the initial showing.

Sale Price $485.00

$575.00
TONY BENNETT - DOCUMENT SIGNED 08/20/1954 - HFSID 2885

Document signed by Tony Bennett, dated August 20, 1954, is a release form from The Chicago Tribune-New York News Syndicate, Inc. granting consent for using his name and image for editorial and promotional purposes. Signature reads "Tony Bennett".

Price: $400.00
POLLY BERGEN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 08/14/1964 - HFSID 176341

Document signed by Polly Bergen in blue ink on August 14, 1964, is a standard release form to News Syndicate Co., Inc. It grants permission for the use of her name and image for editorial or promotional purposes.

Sale Price $345.00

$420.00
IRVING BERLIN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/15/1944 - HFSID 252596

Document signed by Irving Berlin, dated November 15, 1944, addressing Paramount Pictures regarding credit for Mark Sandrich on the film Blue Skies. Berlin's ink signature appears at the top of the page, discussing credits related to the film's production.

Price: $900.00
BOBBY BURGESS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/02/1954 - HFSID 282463

Application for AFTRA membership signed by "Bobby Burgess" in 1955, including a carbon copy receipt. Document pertains to his membership in the American Federation of Television and Radio Actors, highlighting his career as an original Mouseketeer and dancer on The Lawrence Welk Show.

Price: $220.00
SAMMY CAHN - CONTRACT DOUBLE SIGNED 02/02/1961 - HFSID 262675

Contract signed by Sammy Cahn for an appearance on Perry Como's Kraft Music Hall on February 8, 1961, receiving $1,500.00 as a "Guest Artist." It is initialed by Cahn and includes a rider signed by Roncom Productions, Inc.

Price: $450.00
SAMMY CAHN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 01/01/1964 - HFSID 276771

Document signed by Sammy Cahn, transferring song rights to his ex-wife Gloria Franks. Dated June 7, 1977, in Los Angeles, it references the musical composition Get Away for a Day. Cahn is a noted lyricist and Academy Award winner.

Price: $380.00
GLEN CAMPBELL - CONTRACT SIGNED 02/05/1976 - HFSID 173118

Contract signed by Glen Campbell with Burt Sugarman, Inc. for his hosting role on The Midnight Special at NBC Studios on February 13, 1976. Signed in ink as “Glen Campbell” for Glen Campbell Enterprises, Ltd. on February 5, 1976.

Price: $550.00
GLEN CAMPBELL - DOCUMENT SIGNED 01/06/1969 - HFSID 945

Document signed by Glen Campbell, dated January 6, 1969, granting permission for his image use by News Syndicate Company Incorporated. It is a release form excluding commercial advertising. Campbell participated in notable performances and had many hits, including "Wichita Lineman".

Price: $350.00
JUDY CANOVA - CONTRACT DOUBLE SIGNED 11/01/1957 - HFSID 345554

Contract signed by Judy Canova, engaging the William Morris Agency as her exclusive manager and representative, includes her signatures as “Judy Canova” and “J.C.” along with “Ann Roseubol” for the agency, dated November 1, 1957.

Sale Price $425.00

$500.00
JUDY CANOVA - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 11/16/1946 - HFSID 288916

Consent form signed twice by Judy Canova authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund to use her signature and likeness for fundraising stamps. Dated November 16, 1946, in Los Angeles, it includes her autograph as a sample and permission grant.

Price: $700.00
EDDIE CANTOR - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 07/24/1947 - HFSID 289125

Consent form authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund reproduces Eddie Cantor's signature, signed twice as "Eddie Cantor" on July 24, 1947. This document grants permission for his name and likeness to be used for fundraising stamps benefiting film industry veterans.

Sale Price $795.00

$950.00
EDDIE CANTOR - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 10/08/1946 - HFSID 289128

Consent form authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund is signed twice by Eddie Cantor to permit the use of his name and likeness for fundraising stamps. Dated October 8, 1946, in Los Angeles, it is a verified example.

Sale Price $795.00

$950.00
CARMEN CAVALLARO - DOCUMENT MULTI-SIGNED 03/14/1947 - HFSID 288994

Consent form authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund to use Carmen Cavallaro's signature and likeness for stamps, signed three times by Cavallaro. Document dated March 14, 1947, in Los Angeles, includes printed name and permission for reproduction.

Price: $700.00
CARMEN CAVALLARO - DOCUMENT SIGNED - HFSID 207186

Document signed: "Carmen Cavallaro", authorizing the National Broadcasting Company to use his name and likeness for advertising purposes. Dated 1946 in New York, it reflects Cavallaro's career as a pianist and orchestra leader.

Sale Price $295.00

$360.00
CHER - DOCUMENT SIGNED 05/01/1983 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 280777

Document signed by Sonny Bono and Cher, along with borrower Denis Pregnolato and witness Sharon Kane, detailing a $76,000 loan agreement dated May 1, 1983. Signatures in blue ink, with PSA/DNA authentication sticker included.

Price: $900.00
COTTONSEED CLARK - DOCUMENT SIGNED 01/22/1944 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 270798

Document signed by Cottonseed Clark Fulks and Lou Crosby in blue ink, agreeing to perform in an audition for a series of radio programs. Dated January 22, 1944, on Columbia Broadcasting System letterhead, detailing performance arrangements and compensation.

Price: $320.00
ROSEMARY CLOONEY - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/23/1953 - HFSID 173112

Contract signed by Rosemary Clooney, dated January 23, 1953, with Bing Crosby Productions. Documenting her agreement to co-host a radio program, it includes the phrase "Approved and Agreed to" by Clooney. Relevant to her later role in White Christmas.

Sale Price $295.00

$360.00
ROSEMARY CLOONEY - CONTRACT SIGNED CIRCA 1952 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 266602

Contract signed by Rosemary Clooney with Bing Crosby Enterprises, Inc. on April 23, 1952, detailing her agreement to perform on a radio program for $1000.00. Countersigned by Basil F. Grillo, including notes about her later work with Crosby in White Christmas.

Price: $360.00
ROSEMARY CLOONEY - DOCUMENT SIGNED - HFSID 147554

Document signed by Rosemary Clooney authorizes Herb Tannen & Associates to accept delivery of checks and sums of money. It includes a notification stating her authorization. The document is signed in her name without a specified date or location.

Sale Price $250.00

$320.00