Photographer bob gruen shows photos, and tells stories. When john lennon came to new york in 1972, bob became john and yokos personal photographer documenting them at work and play. Bob gruen didnt allow himself to be stuck in the seventies. Gruen has covered almost every major act and artist the 70s to today. All dolled up, a dvd documentary made by bob gruen and nadya beck of their early 70s video footage of the new york dolls, was released in 2005 with a followup. Futhermore, there will be screenings of all dolled up, a documentary made by bob gruen and nadya beck of their early 1970s video footage of the new york dolls and an early 1970s documentary video of ike and tina turner on stage and at home.
The new york dolls importance as the missing link between glam and punk rock and their lasting influence on subsequent bands cannot be overstated, so it is good news that bob gruen has gathered together his very best photos of them, for this excellent book, that captures their inyerface streetwise attitude and the charm of their shambolic, but utterly compelling live performances so perfectly. This book assembles the most revealing of those images, taken during lennons treasured years in new york, together with gruen s reflections on. Bob gruen is one of the most well known and respected photographers in rock and roll. Legendary photographer bob gruen has compiled the first photography collection devoted to the new york dolls and their iconic and unprecedented style.
He began making photos of rock stars thirty years ago and today his work is known around the world. Rock photographer bob gruen, famous for his shots of john. For 40 years, bob gruens name has been synonymous with rock. You may also like new york dolls photographs by bob gruen.
Now for the first time ever this footage is unveiled. This feature length documentary captures the band during early performances in new york at kennys castaways and maxs kansas city, then follows the dolls. New york dolls photographs by bob gruen book 2008 by. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Photographs bob gruen, legs mcneil, morrissey on amazon. All dolled up, a dvd documentary made by bob gruen and nadya beck of their early 70s video footage of the new york dolls, was released in 2005. That process you described, of going and taking pictures, and then trying to sell them is that how it usually worked for you. In addition to offering footage from eastcoast performances at kennys. Two years ago, gruen released an excellent dvd of his videotaped films on tour with the bands, and he now follows that up with new york dolls. Feb 8, 2015 new york dolls in hollywood, 1973, by bob gruen stay safe and healthy. Bob gruen and thenwife nadya beck logged over 40 hours of film of the dolls, and from this footage comes this new documentary. I recently caught up with bob gruen, by phone, at his gallery in new york city. His work is licensed for publication worldwide by star file photo agency, new york.
A bob gruen photo was used on the cover of the new york dolls 1974 album too much too soon. In the early 70s, rock photographer bob gruen and his wife nadya purchased a portable video recorder. Free to photo london ticket holders but rsvp is recommended. Taken from new york dolls, photographs by bob gruen book abrams image 2008. Big apple glampunk godfathers the new york dolls hit the road in this documentary featuring footage shot by rock photographer bob gruen and his wife nadya during the bands early1970s heyday. Bob gruen says of his career and recent publication, photography has led me to some great experiences and enduring relationships. New york dolls by bob gruen johnny thunders, glam rock. More rare, vintage footage of the legendary band, shot by gruen and beck. Works by famed rock photographer bob gruen to be shown at. Id recommend it to anyone who has an interest in this legendary band. New york dolls 2008, hardcover for sale online ebay. Live performances include bad detective, subway train, and down down downtown.
Prints are generally made to order and delivery usually takes 4 to 6 weeks. Kane was a founding member of the dolls in 1971 and remained an integral part of the band until he was forced out in 1975, shortly after the departure of johnny thunders and jerry nolan. Original signed prints along with limited edition copies of his book sometime in new york are available through govinda gallery, washington, d. New york dolls in hollywood, 1973, by bob gruen rock and. Photographs that in his life he has always found that one event leads to another and after a happenstance meeting with a manager friend of john lennon, he caught another of. See hear yoko the brand new book by bob gruen and jody denberg chronicling over 40 years of her life and work. In a period of three years they shot over 40 hours of new york dolls footage. Big apple glampunk godfathers the new york dolls hit the road in this documentary featuring footage shot by rock. A new book by legendary photographer bob gruen a special gallery of iconic images from the new york dolls, the clash, led zeppelin, green day and more.
Record collector is the worlds leading authority on rare and collectable records. New york dolls all dolled up films by bob gruen and. For forty years, bob gruen has been documenting the rock scene, capturing now iconic images of the clash, the sex pistols, led zeppelin, new york dolls, blondie, the ramones, and john lennon and yoko ono among others. Lennon, stones, zeppelin and the emerging new wave and punk bands. The book has the full support of the band, with quotes and commentary from. Arthur, motion picture musicexcerpts music musicians musicperformance new age musicians new york state. In 1974 he created the iconic images of john lennon wearing a new york city tshirt and, standing in front of the statue of liberty making the peace sign two of the most popular of lennons images. Note one of bobs iconic john lennon images looking on. Photos from legendary rock photographer bob gruen s book iggy pop, debbie harry, johnny ramone and more talk about the glam punks legacy.
Bob gruen captures the world of rock in photos the new york. Featuring over two hundred unforgettable images new york dolls. In the spring of 2007 faap university in sao paulo, brazil presented an exhibition of bob gruens work. A special gallery of iconic images from the new york dolls, the clash, led zeppelin, green day and more. Bob gruen is one of the most well known and respected photographers in rockn roll. Bob gruen first photographed lennon in 1971 and became his personal photographer and close friend shortly thereafter. The designer, out with a new book on his preferred rocker aesthetic, talks to lisa robinson about the ramones and cbgbs. Bob gruen is one of the most wellknown rockandroll photographers of all time. February 3, 1949 july, 2004 was a musician best known as the bass guitarist for the pioneering glam rock band the new york dolls. His interest in the music scene allowed him to effortlessly go with the flow of changes in the sights and sounds of musical tastes. To think they were outlawed for this sort of thing. Gruen and beck also codirected this film, using footage of the band that they shot in the 70s.
Bob gruen photographer limited edition prints for sale. In honor of the historic tour, photographer ville juurikkala has come to new york city and is showcasing a number of. And then bob showed some amazing mindfucking 3d tv. Much like my well worn vinyl, and cds, and the awesome dvd bob release a year ago, this is a must have for any fan of david johansen, syl sylvain, arthur killer kane, jerry nolan.
Sylvain sylvain formed in new york city in 1971, the new york dolls prefigured punk, new wave and glam metal rock with their overthetop crossdressing and their shambling, sloppy, but energetic playing style. The photographer bob gruen was so deeply embedded with rock. Bob gruen photographing john lennon on a new york city rooftop in 1974. From the archives new york dolls concert chronology. The book has the full support of the band, with quotes and commentary from billie joe.
New york dolls photographs by bob gruen 2008, isbn 9780810972711. Over the course of the next nine years, gruen would photograph him extensively. Last month, abrams published rock seen, a retrospective art book. Photographs by bob gruen celebrates one of the most important bands in music history. Bob gruen interview by randy patterson, boomerocity. Titled rockers, the exhibition attracted 40,000 visitors. Filmed by bob gruen, the footage follows the band from gigs in clubs such as kennys castaways and maxs kansas city, and includes candid interviews and backstage scenes. R342 new york dolls, ca 1974 new york dolls, nyc 1972. Green day by bob gruen, 9781419734809, available at book depository with.
Bob gruen, the famed rock photographer known for his iconic shot of john lennon in a sleeveless new york city tshirt, is enjoying the release of a new 288page book of his work, plus the. Bob gruen lives with his wife, elizabeth, in greenwich village, new york. Bobs fine led zeppelin book being modeled here by elizabeth is now in the collection of bpf and not only because hes pictured in it. For 40 years his images have appeared worldwide in every formfrom tshirts to postage stamps.
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