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Artists and songwriters from across the EMI family are raising funds to help the Red Cross support people affected by last month's earthquake and tsunami in Japan through an auction of personal items and memorabilia. The charity auction, which will be managed by eBay, features items from some of the world's biggest stars, including Coldplay, Norah Jones, Katy Perry (above), Gorillaz, Iron Maiden, Jane Birkin, the Beach Boys, David Guetta, Michael Franti, Lady Antebellum, The Chemical Brothers, Depeche Mode, Celtic Woman, 30 Seconds To Mars, Rosanne Cash, Daft Punk, Herbert Grönemeyer, Angela Gheorghiu, Keith Urban, Good Charlotte, and The Beatles. All funds raised will be used towards the Japanese Red Cross disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake and tsunami. The first phase of the charity auction starts today (April 5) and will run until April 15, with more than 200 exclusive items. A second phase of the auction will take place between April 11 – 21. All the items can be viewed at http://www.ebay.com/EMIfamily4Japan. Items included in the first phase of the auction include Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin's jacket from the 2010 Viva La Vida world tour, Jane Birkin's own Birkin handbag designed by Hermes, a pair of vintage speakers from Abbey Road's famous Studio 3, five nights at Michael Franti's yoga retreat in Bali, the Beastie Boys' Japanese MTV award, and a signed limited edition lithographic Depeche Mode print. The second phase of the charity auction will include a 1987 Ferrari 412 as featured in Daft Punk's film 'Electroma', Katy Perry's cupcake trampoline from her current California Dreams world tour, a limited edition Beatles' 'Yellow Submarine Schwinn bicycle, a signed guitar from Norah Jones, the MacBook used by David Guetta to create the demos for 'One Love', framed hand written lyrics from Brian Wilson, Tinie Tempah's pink blazer from the 'Frisky' video, and a limited edition Gorillaz lithograph signed by Jamie Hewlett and Damon Albarn. The list of items for sale in the first phase of the charity auction from April 5 – 15 includes the following: 30 Seconds to Mars - two tickets to a US show of their choice, a meet and greet with the band, a limited edition signed piece of merchandise, access to watch the show from the side of the stage, and a spot to join the band onstage during their performance of 'Kings & Queens'Aaron Neville - signed poetry bookAlice In Chains - a signed setlist, and 20 piece poster setAngela Gheorghiu - her kimono costume from Madame ButterflyB-52s - a dress worn by Kate Pierson, and a signed guitarBat For Lashes - costume worn by Natasha, and a signed letterBeastie Boys – a Japanese gold record, a Japanese MTV award and a rare copy of their BAPE dolls, all signed.Celtic Woman - original dress worn by Mairead Nesbitt in the 'A Christmas Celebration Live' DVDThe Chemical Brothers - pair of guest tickets for Coachella, a meet and greet with the band plus a signed set listColdplay - Chris Martin's jacket from the Viva la Vida world tour 2010Darius Rucker - signed guitar, signed football and signed CDDepeche Mode - a limited edition lithographic print create to celebrate the release of the Tour of The Universe Barcelona DVD, signed by the band and framed.Dierks Bentley - handwritten lyrics to 'Beautiful World', signed CD, signed photo, and a signed footballEric Church - signed acoustic guitarFamily Force 5 - a private dinner with the band in AtlantaGood Charlotte - a meet and greet with the band, a signed guitar, and free tickets to a live showHerbert Grönemeyer - dinner with him in BerlinHot Chip - the original drawings for the 'Coming On Strong' albumHuey Lewis & The News - hand written, autographed & framed lyrics, plus a personalized certified gold album for Greatest Hits, and a VIP concert experience & personal phone call from Huey to the winnerImmodesty Blaize - 1940's dress from major photoshootJane Birkin - her own 'Birkin' handbagJulien Clerc - signed platinum discKeith Urban - two tickets and a private meet & greet on his Closer tourKeren Ann - a signed guitarThe Kooks - handwritten lyrics to 'Ooh La'Lady Antebellum – signed acoustic guitarLittle Big Town - signed acoustic guitarLuke Bryan – a signed guitarMelanie Chisholm - her Cavalli belt as worn on the Spice Girls' world tourMichael Franti - five nights at his Bali yoga retreatRaphael - NRJ Award for Best Male Artist from 2006Sick Puppies - a signed acoustic guitarSimple Minds - spend a day on tour with the bandTiziano Ferro - painting created for him by a top artist, inspired by his musicVasco Rossi - a special black carpet, used at the launch of his new album The list of items for sale in the second phase of the charity auction from April 1h – 21 includes the following: Arcade Fire - four VIP tickets to their Hyde Park show on 30th June 2011B-52s - signed guitarBeach Boys - signed limited edition Pet Sounds plaque, plus hand-written, autographed & framed lyrics to a Beach Boys song from Brian WilsonThe Beatles - the last of an extremely limited edition Schwinn bicycle featuring the Yellow Submarine artworkBilly Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins) - a limited edition tour T-shirt worn by Billy CorganChris Tomlin - handwritten and signed lyricsCorinne Bailey Rae - a personal favourite Prada dress worn by Corinne on her first tour, along with a note from CorinneDaft Punk - 1987 Ferrari 412, used in the Daft Punk film ElectromaDavid Bowie - 35 albums signed by the artistDavid Crowder Band - signed Yamaha keytarDavid Gilmour - three framed and signed prints of David Gilmour in Gdansk, photographed by Anna Wloch, including David, Polly and Lech Walesa, David on stage at soundcheck and a selection of David's guitars.David Guetta - his Apple MacBook, used to create the demos for his album 'One Love'.Deadmau5 - his famous diamante mau5 head stage costumeDean Martin - the opportunity to record a duet with Dino at the world-famous Capitol StudiosDuffy - the bicycle used by Duffy in the making of her 2009 Diet Coke commercialDuran Duran - a painting by the bandA Fine Frenzy - the outfit worn by Alison to the 2011 Grammys, plus the handwritten lyrics to a song of the winning bidder's choiceGorillaz - limited edition lithograph with certificate of authenticity signed by Jamie Hewlett and Damon Albarn Helene Fischer - a dress worn by Helene on stageIron Maiden - exclusive limited edition 'Ed Force One' A2 print signed by Iron Maiden, two pieces of original Iron Maiden Japan 2011 event artwork signed by artist Herve Monjeaud, plus signed Nicko McBrain drumsticks as used on The Final Frontier World TourJeff Bridges - signed guitar, and a drawing of the seed maze from his yardJLS - Aston and Ortise's bowling shirts from the filming of 'Stars & Strikes', plus two signed albumsJonas Brothers - signed bagJuan Luis Guerra - the hat worn on the cover of 'La Llave De Mi Corazon', signed by the artistKaty Perry - a cupcake trampoline featured on stage on her current California Dreams tourKylie Minogue - signed 'Kylie' large lettering in white wood, from the 'Fever' album promotional campaignMarisa Monte - signed limited edition CD/DVD kitMegadeth - a guitar signed by Dave MustaineNorah Jones - a signed guitarPhilippe Jaroussky - signed and framed gold discPriscilla Ahn - a watercolor painting created by Priscilla following the Japanese earthquake, entitled 'Falling, Tumbling, Raindrop Hearts'The Prodigy - signed drum machine from their studio, and a 7" limited edition of 'Invaders Must Die'Rosanne Cash - the blouse designed by Catherine Malandrino that Rosanne wore on 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' in 2006, autographed copies of her "Black Cadillac" and "The List" albums, autographed copy of her memoir "Composed," and two tickets to any concert of the winning bidder's choice with a meet and greet backstageScouting For Girls - signed Brits memorabiliaSimply Red - signed and framed setlist from a gig in TokyoTinie Tempah - his pink blazer worn in the video for 'Frisky'Willie Nelson - signed guitar There are three items donated by the world famous Abbey Road Studios, including an in-depth tour of the studio (which is otherwise not open to members of the public), a pair of Quested Q412 loudspeakers, system, amps and crossovers (circa 1987) from Abbey Road Studio 3, and a 1921 Steinway grand piano from the now-closed Olympic Studios, along with a photograph of it being played by Bono. In addition to these auction items, the charity auction will feature other very special items including a collection of all 37 editions of the US hit NOW compilation series, plus a number of signed CDs, box sets, posters and other items from artists including Jane's Addiction, Robbie Williams, John Lennon, David Bowie, Radiohead, Pink Floyd and The Band.