American photographer and filmmaker Michael Grecco is internationally renowned for his high concept imagery and ability to connect powerfully with his subjects, producing a body of work that encompasses everything from music and fine art to celebrity portraiture and commercial campaigns.⁣⁣He knows what it’s like to be in the thick of things, having documented the club scene in Boston and New York as punk rock emerged and mutated into the post-punk and new wave movements that dominated music between the late ’70s and early ’90s. From The Sex Pistols and The Ramones to Blondie and Talking Heads, Grecco captured in black, white and colour the raw energy, sweat, and antics that characterised the alternative of the late 20th century.⁣ In addition to shooting all the incredible images of quintessential artists from the heyday of punk music in the U.S., Grecco also provides personal "fly on the wall" anecdotes that are peppered throughout the book.

Iconic Images and photographer Michael Grecco are proud to collaborate on a series of unique, strictly limited edition, slip-cased Collector's Editions of the new book : Punk, Post Punk, New Wave: Onstage, Backstage, In Your Face, 1978-1991. This spectacular and deluxe offering features more than 160 previously unseen images that have never before been offered to collectors. Each different version of this special Collector's Edition will include a numbered certificate of authenticity, signed by Michael Grecco. In addition to shooting all the incredible images of quintessential artists from the heyday of punk music in the U.S., Grecco also provides personal "fly on the wall" anecdotes that are peppered throughout the book. Each distinctive version is housed in a slipcase, and is limited to a maximum of 100 copies, therefore making this celebration of punk, post-punk, and new wave music an exclusive and rarefied collector's item.

Iconic Images and photographer Michael Grecco are proud to collaborate on a series of unique, strictly limited edition, slip-cased Collector's Editions of the new book : Punk, Post Punk, New Wave: Onstage, Backstage, In Your Face, 1978-1991.This spectacular and deluxe offering features more than 160 previously unseen images that have never before been offered to collectors. Each different version of this special Collector's Edition will include a numbered certificate of authenticity, signed by Michael Grecco. In addition to shooting all the incredible images of quintessential artists from the heyday of punk music in the U.S., Grecco also provides personal "fly on the wall" anecdotes that are peppered throughout the book.Each distinctive version is housed in a slipcase, and is limited to a maximum of 100 copies, therefore making this celebration of punk, post-punk, and new wave music an exclusive and rarefied collector's item.

Michael Jackson performs live at the LA Sports Arena in Los Angeles on the second leg of his Bad tour on January 27, 1989. This was Jackson's first solo concert tour and was the second highest grossing tour of the 1980s. 

Eazy-E, Dr Dre, DJ Yella and MC Ren of N.W.A. pose for a photo outside of their office in Los Angeles, California on June 20, 1991. The hip hop group were pioneers of gangsta rap and found success with their debut album Straight Outta Compton despite their music being banned from several radio stations around the country. 

Johnny Depp is photographed laying on a pool table at a studio in Los Angeles, California on July 8, 1994. At the time, the actor was working on the biographical comedy Ed Wood directed and produced by frequent collaborator Tim Burton. 

Chris Farley is photographed at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Los Angeles on August 28, 1994. The actor and comedian was best known for his loud humor and for his work on NBC's Saturday Night Live. 

American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is photographed at the Hollywood Grill in Los Angeles on March 8, 1995. The Tennessee native became a legend following the release of his first film Reservoir Dogs in 1992 and has since gone on to win over 30 awards for his movies.

American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is photographed eating Cap'n Crunch with a glass of milk at the Hollywood Grill in Los Angeles on March 8, 1995. The Tennessee native became a legend following the release of his first film Reservoir Dogs in 1992 and has since gone on to win over 30 awards for his movies.

Martin Scorsese is photographed overlooking the roof of a building during an eerie shoot on May 25, 2006. Known for directing films such as Goodfellas and Taxi Driver, Scorsese is considered to be one of greatest directors of all time and a key figure of the New Hollywood Era.

John Singleton is photographed at the Sony Lot in Los Angeles on March 11, 1992. The American director is the first African American and youngest person to have ever been nominated for an Academy Award at the age of 24 for his 1991 blockbuster Boyz n The Hood. 

Shaquille O’Neal is photographed in a suit and bowler at his home in Los Angeles, California on September 20, 2000. After four years with the Magic, O'Neal signed as a free agent with the Los Angeles Lakers. They won three consecutive championships in 2000, 2001, and 2002.

Wendy Williams of heavy metal band Plasmatics smashes up a TV in Boston, Massachusetts in November of 1980. The controversial group known for chaotic, destructive live shows and outrageous theatrics quickly became part of the local underground punk rock scene.

Joe Strummer of The Clash is photographed smoking backstage in Boston on May 5, 1981. The Clash were key players in the original wave of British punk rock and contributed to the post-punk and new wave movements that emerged in the wake of their original genre.

Shaquille O’Neal is photographed at his home in Los Angeles, California on September 7, 1993. Pictured then at age 21 and a member of the Orlando Magic, Shaq is now regarded as one of the greatest basketball players and centers of all time.

Shaquille O’Neal is photographed at his home in Los Angeles, California on September 7, 1993. Pictured then at age 21 and a member of the Orlando Magic, Shaq is now regarded as one of the greatest basketball players and centers of all time.

Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley is photographed performing at the Berkshire Music Glen in Massachusetts on January 1, 1978. Marley is considered one of the pioneers of reggae and his contributions to music increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide.

Michael Jackson is photographed performing live at the LA Sports Arena on January 27, 1989. The show marked the final night of his Bad tour, his first solo tour and the second highest grossing tour of the 80s.

Ramones are photographed performing on stage at 15 Landsdowne Street in Boston on January 6, 1981.  Ramones are ranked number 26 in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Artist of All Time" and are often cited as the first true punk rock group.

American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is photographed eating Cap'n Crunch with a glass of milk at the Hollywood Grill in Los Angeles on March 8, 1995. The Tennessee native became a legend following the release of his first film Reservoir Dogs in 1992 and has since gone on to win over 30 awards for his movies.   

Shaquille O’Neal is photographed at his home in Los Angeles, California on September 7, 1993. Pictured then at age 21 and a member of the Orlando Magic, Shaq is now regarded as one of the greatest basketball players and centers of all time.

Shaquille O’Neal is photographed in a suit and bowler at his home in Los Angeles, California on September 20, 2000. After four years with the Magic, O'Neal signed as a free agent with the Los Angeles Lakers. They won three consecutive championships in 2000, 2001, and 2002.