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Danny Clinch, in his career as one of the premier popular-music photographers working today, has had his iconic photos appear in publications such as Vanity Fair, Spin, Rolling Stone, GQ, Esquire, The New Yorker and The New York Times Magazine. His work has also appeared on hundreds of album covers. He has presented his work in numerous galleries and has published two books: 'Discovery Inn' (1998) and 'When the Iron Bird Flies' (2000). Clinch has also recently made an impression in the film world, directing the video portion for Bruce Springsteen's 'Devils and Dust' dual-disc release, which was nominated for a Grammy in 2005. He also directed the music video for the disc's title track.

Through his production company, Three on the Tree Productions, he has directed several music documentaries and concert films. His latest music documentary is 'Skin & Bones' for the Foo Fighters. He is currently completing a documentary/concert film for Pearl Jam. He has also directed 'We Have Arrived,' about the 2004 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, and '270 Miles to Graceland,' documenting Bonnaroo 2003. His 2002 feature-length documentary about musician Ben Harper, 'Pleasure and Pain,' played to packed houses on the international film festival circuit.


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Michael Hain

I'm sure that I've probably seen Danny's work before but, I'll be honest, I didn't know who the man was. After seeing these beautiful and moving photographs that are complimented by his own words, I'm certain that Danny Clinch is a name I won't soon forget. Thanks Danny.

October 13 2007 at 3:56 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
darina26

Just amazing!!! Jhonny Cash was my favorite...

October 13 2007 at 1:10 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
marky

Excellent body of work. BB King being the best of the lot but what the h....do I know..."only" 34 years in photojournalism

October 12 2007 at 10:33 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
sandra crumpler

simplicity and beautiful!

October 12 2007 at 9:43 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
tym (that\'s tim & not the 1st commentor)

Danny, I am so amazed at your work. You are something special. What an amazing eye, instinct and timing. I cannot even begin to pick a favorite. Each has its own unique story and style. Neil Young, the Stones hanging w/ the Who, BB King, Dylan, Tupac, etc. Amazing. I'm an entertainer in NYC. Who knows, someday in the near future you and your camera may be hanging w/ me! Danny, all the best on your continued successes.

September 22 2007 at 12:01 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
barbara

Not only are the photographs moving...more insight and to complete each one...are his honest, natural remarks about the set-up..very cool...helps appreciate the black/white and color....A+ star!

September 22 2007 at 9:13 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
John F.C. Taylor

Gotta say Tim, you don't know much about photography. There may be clearer shots, shots that are better lit, but those shots are always posed. What you have here that capture the truth of the moment.

September 22 2007 at 9:10 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Barbara

I was mesmerized by the photographs.Danny Clinch captured such natural and emotional photos of some of my favorite performers and I really enjoyed viewing each and every one of them. Danny Cinch is top notch for sure.

September 22 2007 at 8:33 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
carole del monte

Danny Clinch is a most talented & impressive photographer. Thanks to this article, I'll watch for his work in the future. I so admire the art of photography, where a picture is indeed worth a thousand words.

September 22 2007 at 7:51 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Baltazar Ray

Whew! There's nothing more to say.
You're the Master of the Masters.


September 22 2007 at 7:47 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply