Say the words JOHN LENNON, NEW YORK and PHOTOGRAPHER and the name of Bob Gruen immediately comes to center stage.
One of the most well-known and prominent New York-based photographers with a specialty and knack for taking superb rock photos. Meeting John and Yoko in the early 70’s, he became one of their favorite photographers to help document their decision to move to the Big Apple and create a new chapter in their often complex lives! Bob took some of the most memorable photos of the couple and also of them as individuals. I can cite the photo of John in front of the Statue of Liberty and the New York City Tee shirt photo on the roof as clear examples. Bob’s honored place in the pantheon of rock photographers is certainly assured…
Bob’s autobiography:

Publisher-Harry N. Abrams
Publication date October 20, 2020

Bob’s books can be purchased at Amazon, Ebay, Abe Books, and most book search services. I purchased this signed edition from the Fest for Beatles Fans!

Publisher-Abrams Books
Publication date-October 13, 2015
Published to coincide with the 35th anniversary of John Lennon’s death and the 75th anniversary of his birth! Many fascinating photos of John Lennon in New York!

Publisher-Harper
Publication date-February 17, 2015
This book of photos was put together to help Yoko celebrate an important birthday as she entered her 80s!

Listen to These Pictures- January 1, 1985 Published by Morrow. Another beautiful collection of Bob’s Lennon photos:

Publisher-Genesis Publications
Publication date-January 1, 1995
This book signed by both Bob Gruen and Yoko Ono collects some of the best photos taken of the couple during their New York City years. Genesis titles always use the best quality paper and their books are bound in Northern Italy with exquisite care and craftmanship!

Other titles by Bob Gruen:
“Rock Seen” – Bob Gruen (Harry Abrams, Inc, Fall 2011)
“New York Dolls – Photographs by Bob Gruen” (Harry Abrams Inc, 2008)
“ROCKERS” (Cosac Naify, 2007)
“The Clash, Photographs by Bob Gruen” (Music Sales, 2004)
Do you have a favorite photo of the Lennon’s taken by Bob Gruen? If so, which photograph is it? Why is it your favorite?
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