Kevin Cummins Bücher






Joy Division etablierten ein Musik-Genre und definierten Sound und Look der Post-Punk-Ära. 30 Jahre nach dem Selbstmord von Ian Curtis, dem Lead-Sänger, gelten Joy Division als eine der einflussreichsten Rockbands aus England. Ihre Live-Performance ist legendär, ihre zwei Studio-Alben aus den späten 70ern machten Factory Records zum führenden Plattenlabel. Mit nahezu 100 Fotos der Band und zahlreichen Memorabilia und Raritäten, darunter Autografen von Ian Curtis, Set-Listen und Artworks der Plattencover, ist das Buch die definitive Hommage an die Kultband aus Manchester.
The ultimate visual history of iconic band The Fall from renowned photographer Kevin Cummins, with a foreword by Poet Laureate and Fall fan, Simon Armitage.
Sex Pistols
- 176 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Previously unpublished photographs of the Sex Pistols' final UK gig, taken by Kevin Cummins: preeminent photographer of British bands.
Manchester: Looking for the Light through the Pouring Rain
- 400 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
Manchester, its bands, its fashions, its attitude, has defined pop culture for the best part of four decades. Whether it be on a rain-soaked stage in Brazil, a rented room in Whalley Range, or on the dancefloor of the legendary Hacienda, Kevin Cummins' exquisite photographs capture the anarchic energy of the Manchester pop moment.
While We Were Getting High
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
A photographic portrait of Britpop, featuring the most iconic bands of the genre, with many never-before-seen images.
Focusing on the evolution of David Bowie's persona, this collection by Kevin Cummins features iconic performances from the early 1970s to intimate moments captured in 2016. With a blend of previously unpublished images, the book offers a comprehensive visual journey through Bowie's career, making it an essential addition for fans and admirers of the legendary artist.
Set in a future where memories can be stored and manipulated, the narrative follows a protagonist who uncovers a conspiracy involving the misuse of this technology. As they delve deeper, themes of identity, memory, and the ethical implications of altering the past emerge. The characters navigate a complex world filled with intrigue and moral dilemmas, challenging the very nature of reality and personal history. The gripping plot combines elements of science fiction and psychological thriller, creating a thought-provoking exploration of human experience.
Focusing on the pivotal moments leading up to the release of Oasis's debut album, Definitely Maybe, this book offers an insider's perspective through the lens of celebrated photographer Kevin Cummins. With contributions from Noel Gallagher, it captures the band's journey and the cultural impact of their music in the early '90s, providing fans with an intimate look at the formation of one of the era's most iconic bands.
The rapport between the photographer and the band is apparent, and the exchanges delving into the band's history provide real insight. That rapport is even more evident in the meat of the book, with Cummins' work showing an intimacy with his subject matter, regardless of whether the band is at leisure or onstage. . . Bad haircuts and fashion choices aside, this book captures the group as we'd like to remember them: a great band at the top of its game. -THE AGIT READER