Rockin’ (The Rockabilly Scene)

Rockabilly isn’t just a kind of music, it’s a way of life. A raw fusion of rhythm and blues with country and western, rockabilly heralded the start of teenage rebellion in America in the early 1950’s. The stripped down sound witnessed a revival in the 1970’s and has continued until today, with rockabillies embracing not only the music but the clothes, cars and lifestyle of 1950’s youth counterculture. Rockin’ is my book of the contemporary rockabilly scene. Given exclusive access at events on both sides of the Atlantic, I wanted to capture the raw energy of the music and the commitment of the rockabilly community to authenticity. Below are a few images from the book.

Captain America and The Soap Box Derby, Hotrod Hayride, Bisley

Toni, Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

Thunderbird Lounge, Aruba Hotel, Downtown Las Vegas

House Microphone at Sun Studios (used by Elvis, Carl Perkins and Howlin Wolf to name a few)

Miss Ruby Ann, Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

Wayne 'The Train' Hancock, backstage at The Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands — Wayne ‘The Train’ Hancock, backstage at The Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

Lucky Phil, Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

The Stroll, Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

Dancefloor, Rockabilly Rave, Pontins, Camber Sands

Dancefloor, Rhythm Riot, Pontins, Camber Sands

Queen Vic Pub, Rhythm Riot, Pontins Camber Sands

The Pine Ridge Club near Jackson, Tennessee

Rockin' (The Rockabilly Scene) — Rockin’ (The Rockabilly Scene)

About

Photography is more than a job for me, and my passion for the craft is as vibrant now as it was when I started this journey 25 years ago. Whether it is a single image or a series, my aim is to tell a story.

I am known, and commissioned, for my ability to shoot portraits, landscapes, travel and automotive. I have photographed business leaders, environmentalists, rock stars, actors, authors, sportsmen and women, Hells Angels and politicians all around the world.

Before a shoot, I do as much research as I can and seek to make the experience collaborative. I always prepare and go with a plan, but I also remain ready to respond to whatever happens on the day. Key to my approach is connecting with the subject, art department or client on the day.

I have travelled to nearly 70 countries for clients ranging from Jaguar, Volvo, Polestar, Land Rover, De Beers, Ocado and British Airways. My work has been published in Campaign, Shortlist, The Guardian, BA High Life, New York Times, Management Today, The Telegraph, One Life and the London Olympics Official Programme, to name a few. I also have had two photographic books published. Hells Angels Motorcycle Club and Rockin’ (The Rockabilly Scene). I have had my work exhibited in galleries in the UK, North America and Europe.

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