Andy Warhol Live Book

This catalog accompanying an exciting new exhibition revealsthe myriad ways Warhol immersed himself in the music of histime. Tracing back to Warhol s introduction to music throughthe musical comedies, songs, and soundtracks of his youth,the book opens with Warhol s portraits of the great films starsof his childhood. As the fascinating essays collected in thisvolume discuss, Warhol s renowned portraits of pop musicicons such as Mick Jagger, Debbie Harry, and Grace Jonesare just one manifestation of his interest in music. Warholcollaborated with choreographer Merce Cunningham, servedas producer for the Velvet Underground, incorporated musicinto his films, produced video-clips, designed dozens of recordalbums, filmed live concerts, and created multimedia spectacles.Although never a musician himself, Warhol appropriated theimagery of a pop icon for some of his most arresting andhaunting self portraits. Designed to echo the music industry smost recognizable emblem the album cover this dynamicbook includes more than 350 illustrations, offering a refreshingnew way to appreciate the talent and evolution of an artistwho mirrored society s ever-changing tastes and interests.Read More