"Sum 41's Whibley Honors Sex Pistols with Jones’ Les Paul in Final Euro Show"

# Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley Rocks the Stage with Steve Jones’ 1974 Les Paul Custom

After receiving the honor passed down by iconic musicians Billie Joe Armstrong and Yungblud, on November 23, Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley took the stage at Paris’ La Défense Arena for a performance that doubled as the band’s final European show. This monumental event spotlighted Steve Jones’ 1974 Les Paul Custom, currently housed at the historic vintage guitar haven Matt’s Guitar Shop, which previously captivated Whibley during a performance by Billie Joe Armstrong.

Excitement and anticipation built up in the weeks leading up to the event, with Lucas of Matt’s Guitar Shop prepping the guitar and establishing a special connection with Whibley, a fellow admirer of the Sex Pistols. Everyone was on the same page, and the result was nothing short of epic.

In an exclusive video provided to *Guitar World*, Whibley, in appreciating acknowledgment of the guitar’s legacy, addresses the crowd before launching into the band’s latest hit, “Dopamine” while rocking the unforgettable Les Paul.

Matt’s Guitar Shop’s Lucas, who was present at the event, reflected on the monumental experience, labeling it as one of the best performances he had ever witnessed. According to Lucas, Whibley did the priceless instrument justice, matching its history and energy like never before.

Steve Jones’ legendary Les Paul Custom was later sold at auction for a staggering $390,000. The guitar’s resale value far exceeded the estimated range of $100,000 to $200,000, emphasizing the instrument’s historical significance and continued influence in the music world.

To read the full account of this momentous event, click [here](https://www.guitarworld.com/artists/guitarists/sum-41-deryck-whibley-plays-steve-jones-sex-pistols-les-paul).