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Glam! An Eyewitness Account

Name: Glam! An Eyewitness Account
Author: Mick Rock
ISBN: 9781780388816

by Mick Rock

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Overview

A small format edition of glam rock images from photographer Mick Rock who describes the ear as being about "make up, mirrors and androgeny." Includes iconic photos of David Bowie, Lou Reed, Debbie Harry, Iggy Pop, Queen and many others.

Synopsis

Defined by outrageous fashions and a psychedelic vision of the future, the glam rock period of the 1970s produced some of the most significant musicians and performers of the late 20th century. This book looks back at some of the key images of this lurid time in rock history.

About the Author, Mick Rock

Born in London and educated at Cambridge, Mick Rock graduated to rock photography through his association with Syd Barrett, but is best known for capturing iconic images of David Bowie, Lou Reed and Iggy Pop during the 1970s. He has been a video director, art director, writer and photo-collagiste. A resident of New York since the early 80s, his "lust for the image" burns as strong as ever.