Icon: Music Through the Lens
An eye-opening thrill ride that captures what it was like on both sides of the camera when the most recognizable images in history were taken featuring irreverent interviews with some of the most famous music photographers, musicians, gallerists, music journalists and social commentators.
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Seasons
1.On Camera
06-11-202060mWhat defines an iconic image? This question provides the central theme for episode one as we are introduced to some of music photography's greatest names.
2.On the Road
13-11-202060mThe trailblazers of music photography discuss those early days spent capturing the magic of live music and painting a picture of life on the tour bus.
3.On the Record
20-11-202060mArt directors, musicians and music photographers discuss the evolution of record sleeve photography, from it's roots in jazz and rock to modern-day concepts.
4.On the Cover
27-11-202060mPhotographers who shot some of the most memorable front covers in music photography reveal the unknown stories behind these iconic photographs.
5.On the Wall
04-12-202060mThe transition of music photography from a niche pastime to a highly collectable and valuable art form is examined through conversations with industry insiders.
6.On the Net
11-12-202060mWhere does music photography sit in the contemporary, popular culture landscape? The final episode explores whether music photography still has a role to play.
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