This excerpt was taken from the full in bloom interview with photographer Mark Weiss.
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Mark talks about how he captured the shot for the Cinderella ‘Night Songs’ album cover, released on this day in history, 8/2/86.
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This excerpt was taken from a full in bloom interview with photographer Mark Weiss.
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YOU CAN ALSO LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW VIA APPLE PODCASTS AND SPOTIFY.
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Mark talks about shooting the cover for W.A.S.P.’s ‘The Last Command.’
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This excerpt was taken from a full in bloom interview with photographer Mark Weiss.
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW VIA THE EMBEDDED YOUTUBE CLIP / SOUNDCLOUD WIDGET BELOW.
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Mark talks about shooting the cover for Dokken’s ‘Under Lock and Key,’ George Lynch / Don Dokken tension and Poison.
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Lita Ford talks about The Decade That Rocked, a new book by Mark Weiss! Watch the video below and check out the book right here.
The 1980s were an era of musical excess, filled with spandex, makeup, big hair, groupies, and loud, guitar-driven rock ’n’ roll. Photographer Mark Weiss lived at the heart of it all, documenting the biggest and most dangerous bands of the time—legends ranging from Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Aerosmith, and Mötley Crüe to Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, and KISS, as well as countless others whose sound and image defined the era. The Decade That Rocked showcases onstage and backstage moments and never-before-seen images from the period’s most historic concerts, tours, and multiplatinum album covers—all captured through the lens of Mark “Weissguy” Weiss.
Growing up in Matawan, New Jersey, Mark made a deal with a neighbor at thirteen years old to mow his lawn for the summer in exchange for a 35mm camera. He then filled his teenage nights sneaking into concerts to shoot the biggest acts of the ’70s. After being arrested for selling photographs outside a KISS concert in 1977, he walked into the offices of Circus with his portfolio and soon landed his first centerfold spread—a photo of Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. Soon after, he became the publication’s staff photographer. In the years to come, Mark became a fan favorite and a star in his own right, with a Creem magazine reader’s poll ranking him as one of rock’s top photographers of the era. Throughout the ’80s, his photos were seen by millions, appearing in countless magazines around the world and on the covers of the most iconic albums of the decade. He traveled on tour buses alongside legends-in-the-making as they climbed their way to sold-out arenas and stadiums, living and breathing the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle with unparalleled access to capture it all on film.
Dig into Mark’s archives and take a tour through never-before-seen photos of a teenage Jon Bon Jovi during a performance with his New Jersey band the Rest, and behind-the-scenes and unreleased images from the album shoot for Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet and the band’s decade-ending historic performance at the Moscow Music Peace Festival. Revisit the 1983 US Festival’s historic Heavy Metal Day. Go backstage with Black Sabbath at Live Aid and with Van Halen during their biggest tours. Travel to Washington, DC, as Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider sits before Congress to combat censorship at the infamous PMRC hearings.
Captured from the unique vantage point of a photographer who lived and breathed the ’80s in all its grit and glory, The Decade That Rocked brings to life the no-holds-barred sounds and sights that changed the world of hard rock and metal forever.
Mick Rock at Home EP 1 : Motley Crue “Bubble Bath” – 1986
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Dirty little buggars. Where they needed to be! In a
f?ckin’ Mick Rock bubble bath. Hallelujah!
We were taking a piss outta ourselves and everybody else and it back fired an somehow worked big for us. God bless Mick Rock for indulging our 70s glam send up..??. Posted withregram • therealmickrock Mick Rock at… https://t.co/ncTCgm57IF
— xxıS ıʞʞıN (@NikkiSixx) March 25, 2020
Mark Kendall: Neil Zlozower is the greatest rock photographer in history! He’s a total legend & my good buddy! This documentary is a perfect description of who he is, gives an inside look at his amazing skills, great stories & exposes his most iconic photos??…
Neil Zlozower is the greatest rock photographer in history! He’s a total legend & my good buddy! This documentary is a perfect description of who he is, gives an inside look at his amazing skills, great stories & exposes his most iconic photos??…https://t.co/WQpwH94Nxe pic.twitter.com/VIjiYnUs9R
— Mark Kendall (@MarkKendall_GW) January 25, 2020
Make sure to listen to our full in bloom podcast interview with Mark Kendall @ this location.
Jeff Bridges: I got the chance to chat with the L.A. Times about my new photography book. Check it out:
It’s not like I’m hunting for a particular thing,” he says. “It kind of finds me rather than me finding it, you know? I’m not looking for something significant. I think significance is a stumbling block for the creative process. It gets in the way.” – READ MORE
I got the chance to chat with the @LATimes about my new photography book. Check it out: https://t.co/xARVFvfMX3
— Jeff Bridges (@TheJeffBridges) November 19, 2019
Paul McCartney:
Dear Robert Freeman has passed away. He was one of our favourite photographers during the Beatles years who came up with some of our most iconic album covers. Besides being a great professional he was imaginative and a true original thinker. People often think that the cover shot for Meet The Beatles of our foreheads in half shadow was a carefully arranged studio shot. In fact it was taken quite quickly by Robert in the corridor of a hotel we were staying in where natural light came from the windows at the end of the corridor. I think it took no more than half an hour to accomplish.
Bob also took the Rubber Soul cover; his normal practice was to use a slide projector and project the photos he’d taken onto a piece of white cardboard which was exactly album sized, thus giving us an accurate idea of how the finished product would look. During his viewing session the card which had been propped up on a small table fell backwards giving the photograph a ‘stretched’ look. Instead of simply putting the card upright again we became excited at the idea of this new version of his photograph. He assured us that it was possible to print it this way and because the album was titled Rubber Soul we felt that the image fitted perfectly.
I will miss this wonderful man but will always cherish the fond memories I have of him.
Thanks Bob.
Love Paul
Jeff Bridges: 15 days until my photography book comes out. I’ll be doing a book signing in Los Angeles on October 15th. See the link for tickets. Should be a pretty cool event. I hope to see you there.
Tuesday, October 15th
Doors | 6 PM
Conversation | 7 PM
NeueHouse Hollywood
6121 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Academy Award-winning actor Jeff Bridges is widely adored as a jewel of American cinema, with dozens of leading credits to his name. For more than 30 years, on numerous film sets, Bridges, with his specialized panoramic camera, a Widelux F8, has captured behind-the-scenes views of the creative world of moviemaking.
Now, 16 years since his first collection of photography, comes Volume 2. Join the actor in conversation about his new book followed by audience Q&A and book signing.
Presented by Book Soup.
Guests must be present at the event to receive their book; copies will not be shipped or held for pick up.
Official Dio: New book coming soon, “Sabbath – The Dio Years – A Photographic History” by Rufus Publications. You can join the mailing list to be updated on the progress and release @ this location.
In 1980 legendary singer Ronnie James Dio joined Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward for a new incarnation of iconic heavy metal band Black Sabbath.They produced the ground breaking, classic album Heaven and Hell (recently voted as the most important album of the 1980’s by Classic Rock Magazine).
The band went on to tour extensively before releasing the follow up studio album Mob Rules with new drummer Vinnie Appice. The band broke up in 1982 but Ronnie James Dio returned to Black Sabbath in 1992 and again in 2006 in the band Heaven and Hell with Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler.
This new, coffee table book from Rufus Publications creates a unique visual history of the Ronnie James Dio era of Black Sabbath with rare and unseen photos from a range of photographers who worked closely with the band. The book has been created with the full co-operation of Wendy Dio and Black Sabbath band members. Two different versions will be published, including a unique signed edition in Leather with 3D Lenticular.
Both editions will be unique, coffee table books perfect for collectors and fans. Currently in production the book will feature a number of surprises to be announced over the coming months. The release date is to be confirmed.
Mick Rock: Thrilled to announce the Behind The Lens east coast slideshow tour with Henry Diltz and yours truly this October! A visual feast of music photography and the stories behind the pictures.
BEHIND THE LENS EAST COAST TOUR – OCTOBER 2019
THE PHOTOGRAPHERS | THE STORIES
MICK ROCK & HENRY DILTZ
OCT 7 – BOSTON
OCT 8 – PHILADELPHIA
OCT 9 – WASHINGTON, D.C.
OCT 10 – NEW YORK CITY
OCT 11 – BAY SHORE, NY
If you lived through the Sixties and Seventies and you really don’t remember much, rest assured that Mick Rock and Henry Diltz definitely do. And they have the evidence to prove it.
This will be an unforgettable evening of stories and photography for you and your friends.
Behind The Lens is a two-hour plus visual feast of music photography and stories you may know but many more you won’t .
Henry Diltz opens the show taking you on a visual and story telling journey of some of the most iconic album covers and musical artists ever shot. Featuring The Doors, Eagles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Woodstock and many more. And the stories! You will be taken far behind the scenes of what the Sixties were really all about in this authentic, heart-warming and humorous ride that only Henry Diltz can provide.
The second half of the show takes the audience into the glam and excess of British rock in the Seventies. David Bowie, Queen, Freddie Mercury, Sid Barrett, Lou Reed, Blondie, Rocky Horror and many more iconic images and stories as only the most prolific still and video photographer of the era, Mick Rock can weave. This presentation is not for the faint of heart. These are the real stories as only Mick Rock can tell them – and tell them he will.
Mick Rock and Henry Diltz will be available to hand-sign and make available for purchase, their most famous photographic prints in a special after-show audience meet and greet.
Exclaim!: An Iggy Pop photo exhibit is coming to Toronto! It will be at Liss Gallery for one day only on September 5.
The Godfather of Punk
Through the Years
Photo Exhibit Sept. 5th 6-8PM One Day Only
Liss Gallery
112 Cumberland Street
Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1A6
Main: 416-787-9872
An Iggy Pop photo exhibit is coming to Toronto! It will be at Liss Gallery for one day only on September 5. pic.twitter.com/vDKIhjtbMr
— Exclaim! (@exclaimdotca) August 28, 2019
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On Friday, August 9th at the New York City gallery (116 Prince Street, 2nd floor), Michael Lang and Henry Diltz will be part of a book signing and opening reception for the Woodstock: 3 Days That Lasted 50 Years exhibit, which will be on display at the LA, NYC and Maui galleries through the month of August. Images are available for purchase at each gallery and on the website – www.morrisonhotelgallery.com.”
It was 3 days that lasted 50 years, and last night the Morrison Hotel Gallery (Sunset Marquis Hotel in Los Angeles) held an exclusive VIP event that celebrated the 50th anniversary of the original Woodstock Music Festival from 1969.
Sponsored by Monster Energy and Jack Daniels, Woodstock: 3 Days That Lasted 50 Years was a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the most iconic music festival in history. Official Woodstock photographer Henry Diltz, John Sebastian of The Lovin’ Spoonful and Woodstock festival co-creator Michael Lang were on hand to give guests a ride back in time as they recalled Woodstock and discussed the performances, the photography from the summer of 1969, and walked through a specially curated collection of music photography from that iconic event, out by the beautiful pool area at the hotel.
Earlier in the day, John Sebastian, Henry Diltz and photographer and Morrison Hotel Gallery co-owner Timothy White appeared on Jonsey’s Jukebox on KLOS-FM, hosted by Steve Jones.
Jeff Bridges: “I’m thrilled to announce my new photography book JEFF BRIDGES: PICTURES VOLUME 2. Pre-order now. It goes on sale October 15 through powerHouse Books. Proceeds will be donated to MPTF, a nonprofit organization that supports film-industry workers.”
Academy Award winning actor, Jeff Bridges is widely adored and a jewel of American cinema with dozens of leading credits to his name. For more than 30 years, on numerous film sets, Bridges, with his specialized panoramic camera, a Widelux F8, has captured behind-the-scenes views of the creative world of moviemaking. Now after 16 years since his first collection of photography comes Volume 2. More
Professional music photographer Alex Ruffini has died after losing his battle to pancreatic cancer. He was 50 years old.
Several tributes have been embedded below.
ABOUT:
Alex Ruffini was born in Venice in 1968.
In 1980, Kiss performed in Italy for the first time, and Alex was impressed by the mix of music, stage design and make-up, which nurtured an ultimate passion for rock and for the artists’ different personalities on stage.
During his teens, Alex had no real master: he drew inspiration from photographers like Fin Costello, Neil Zlozower , Mark Weiss, and Ross Halfin. This helped him to open his eyes and mind, which allowed him to absorb the inspiring techniques of these artists. This inspiration led him into the darkroom, where he acquired his special skill in black-and-white processing.
While he divided his time between his job and his main passion, he never missed a chance to snapshot his favorite artists, initiating a free-lance career which was soon acknowledged by international magazines, such as Guitar Player (USA), Muen Magazine (USA), Scandinavian Tattoo (SWE), Sandman (UK), Tattoo Energy (UK and Italy), Freewey Magazine (IT), and Power Play (UK).
Ruffini’s talent was also appreciated by musicians themselves, including Dokken, Eric Sardinas, Bonfire, Antiproduct, House Of Shakira, L.A. Guns, Duff McKagan and Loaded, Hardcore Superstar, Jake E. Lee, Paul DiAnno, Richie Kotzen, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and Stevie Salas among many others.
In 2007, his shots appeared in renowned trademarks’ catalogs, such as Ibanez, Esp, Gibson, Yamaha, Music Man, Vox, Crafter, Framus and Dv Mark.
One of Ruffini’s peculiarities was his ability to work without a fixed set, improvising each time and therefore creating ever different and original situations.
Very sad to hear the news that Alex Ruffini has passed..he was a true Artist and a great person … he will be sorely missed but his work will live on to inspire us all…RIP. pic.twitter.com/a7JpCBeHk5
— Joe Lynn Turner (@joelynnturner) June 21, 2019
I just got the sad news of @AlexRuffini passed this morning from a long bout with Cancer.. Alex and I first met during the 2018 burn it down tour and we became fast friends. I will miss you my brother..
Rest In Peace Sir..— Deen Castronovo (@DeenTheDrummer) June 18, 2019
Very very sad to hear about the passing of the wonderful man and photographer Alex Ruffini. We were corresponding not to long ago and he was such a fighter. Will it ever end? #CancerSucks #FuckCancer https://t.co/BHNAxCwwad
— Joey Scott (@joey_scott) June 18, 2019
We at Inglorious HQ are so saddened to hear that the world has lost a wonderful man and true artist in the form of Alex Ruffini the legendary rock photographer. Cancer is so cruel and Alex fought it right to the end. Check out his amazing legacy on his Instagram ❤ pic.twitter.com/L1VuWNRnuO
— Inglorious (@WeAreInglorious) June 18, 2019
I’m so sad to find that one of the greatest people in the world lost a long hard fight with cancer:( Rest well my brother. I love you. And you will be so missed. See you on the other side…
Alex Ruffini was all… https://t.co/IxIla76nne— DOUG ALDRICH (@Douglas_Aldrich) June 18, 2019
Bye @AlexRuffini and thank you. ?
— Ginger Wildheart (@GingerWildheart) June 18, 2019
Great memories hanging with this man in Italy over the years AND some of my favorite photo sessions. RIP Alex Ruffini. You will he missed! https://t.co/ea4507v9xX
— Richie Kotzen (@Richie_Kotzen) June 18, 2019
Just one of the sweetest souls ever alexruffini ??? Ciao my friend ??? https://t.co/FI5dwN5NxY
— Tracii Guns (@traciiguns) June 18, 2019
Sad news Deen… my condolences to you ???
I found this photo of you all together. pic.twitter.com/4XyduNmApm— Karen’s Space?Time (@1111everywhere) June 18, 2019
We want to remember Alex Ruffini as the amazing soul he was… our sincerest condolences to Alex’s family… another great man is gone… R.I.P. in peace Alex #fuckpancreaticcancer
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Vogliamo ricordare Alex… https://t.co/nqPcQxDLZT— The Dead Daisies Ita (@Daisies_Italia) June 18, 2019
I just got the sad news of @AlexRuffini passed this morning from a long bout with Cancer.. Alex and I first met during the 2018 burn it down tour and we became fast friends. I will miss you my brother..
Rest In Peace Sir..— Deen Castronovo (@DeenTheDrummer) June 18, 2019
Mick Rock: “My David Bowie exhibition in Beijing will run from May 28th til August 4th. It is my first exhibition in mainland China. The hosts are Modern Sky Entertainment. xM”
My @DavidBowieReal exhibition in Beijing will run from May 28th til August 4th. It is my first exhibition in mainland China. The hosts are Modern Sky Entertainment. xM pic.twitter.com/ChZXCHSpHB
— Mick Rock (@TheRealMickRock) May 27, 2019