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The name does kinda say it all, doesn\u2019t it? On this week\u2019s episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we speak with legendary rock \u2019n\u2019 roll photographer Mick Rock. Despite his incredible body of work and numerous iconic photos, Rock\u2019s philosophy on photography might best be summed up with a comment from this episode, \u201cThe reality is, it\u2019s not that complicated.\u201d

For this episode we traveled to Rock\u2019s home studio, and he graciously invited this \u201cdodgy-looking bunch\u201d in to talk about the beginning of his career, his working style, the bio-documentary \u201cSHOT! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock,\u201d and the many photos and album covers he created for the likes of Syd Barrett, David Bowie, Lou Reed, Blondie, Queen, Rory Gallagher, Joan Jett, Madonna, and others. We also discussed his recent work with Lana Del Rey, Karen O, the GUCCI brand, and how he approaches an advertising campaign compared to a rock \u2019n\u2019 roll shoot.\xa0\xa0\xa0

Our conversation casually bounced between topics, but often returned to Rock\u2019s ability to grasp the photographic moment, whether that moment be in a studio, at a concert or, as in many of his most intriguing images, while hanging out with the musicians offstage. Rock downplays his technical skills, but we do talk a bit about gear and, when pressed on how he could create four decades of memorable music photos, he stated, \u201cI\u2019ve always loved my subjects.\u201d The same can be said about us, so please tune in for this wonderful conversation...and don't forget to join the B&H Photography Podcast Facebook group.\xa0

Guest: Mick Rock

Photograph \xa9 Mick Rock

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and do not necessarily represent the views of B&H Photo. The salty language and "rock-n-roll content" may offend some. Listen at your own discretion.