SIGNED SGT. PEPPER POSTER SOLD

A poster advertising the release of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Band and featuring all four Beatle’s signatures has been sold for a massive $52,500. It was produced by The Beatles Fan Club of Great Britain and was offered at a pop memorabilia auction held at Christies in New York.

The Beatle’s producer George Martin gives a detailed insight into the production and inspiration behind Sgt Pepper and other Beatle’s albums from Strawberry Fields to Magical Mystery Tour in his hand signed and numbered book, Summer of Love. Available to order now, Summer of Love captures the spirit of psychedelia and the creative unshackling of The Beatles. ‘We’ve had four years doing what everybody else wanted us to do. Now we’re doing what we want to do.’ – George Harrison.

To find out more about this and to order your copy click here.

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SHEPARD FAIREY'S WOODSTOCK

Seen here for the first time are the front & back box covers created by Shepard Fairey specially for the new edition WOODSTOCK EXPERIENCE. Readers will recall the artist's iconic series of images created for the 2008 election campaign of US President, Barack Obama. We are very honoured to present Shepard's art in this way and our thanks go out to everyone at his studio.

Genesis subscribers are now invited to reserve their limited edition at a pre-publication saving of £45 (converts to $70 USD). Please be advised reservations are filling up quickly. If you have further questions or concerns, please contact us at your convenience. Click here to order your copy.

© Shepard Fairey    

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BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS TOUR STARTS TOMORROW

Thirty-five years after the incredible 1974 tour, The Lions return to South Africa tomorrow (30th May) to start their latest campaign. The ’74 tour was famous for many reasons; Willie John McBridge’s captaincy ensured a complete set of ‘zeros’ in the loss column and the legendary ’99 call’ meant the tourists gave as good as they got against the notoriously ‘robust’ South Africans.

‘I said I would give a call: '999' for emergencies. Of course, that was too long and by the time I got to the second nine, everyone was getting stuck in, so '99' it became.’ Willie John McBride, 1974 Lions captain

For the complete history of the Lions from its inception in 1888 to the most recent 2005 tour, our signed limited edition is an indispensable history for all rugby fans. Signed by Willie John along with John Dawes, Brian Lochore, Morné du Plessis, John Eales, Bill Beaumont and Gavin Hastings it is the only complete history of The Lions ever to be published – and even includes ‘forgotten’ tours to South America. To read more and to order your copy click here.

Willie John McBride - 1974 Tour of South Africa    

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27th May 2009 'YES INDEED!' WINS A GRAMMY LAUNCH NIGHT On Tuesday (12th May) a private audience of GRAMMY members and Genesis subscribers were treated to an evening dedicated to the new limited edition book, 'Ray Charles, Yes Indeed!' Hosted at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles it featured a presentation of rare footage and music and was preceded by a panel discussion with Dr. Mable John, lead singer of The Raeletts and co-writer & producer of over 52 songs with Ray Charles; Ray's Musical Director, Victor A. Vanacore; John Burk, award-winning producer (Genius Loves Company) who has worked with artists such as Paul McCartney, James Taylor and Norah Jones; and Ray's biographer, David Ritz, who has added the Afterword to 'Yes Indeed!' All were available to sign books afterwards. Every copy from the sale of this new limited edition benefits children with hearing disabilities. This charitable work is overseen by Valerie Ervin, President of The Ray Charles Foundation who was in attendance with Tony Gumina, President of The Ray Charles Marketing Group.

<< PREVIOUS | NEXT >> 'Ray Charles Yes Indeed!' The panel arrives on the GRAMMY soundstage

After a night of warm stories and moving recollections the book proved to be a hit with the GRAMMY audience. A limited number of deluxe copies remain available - click here to order your copy. Our thanks go out to Bob Santelli, Executive Director of the museum, and to all his staff for hosting such a wonderful night in Los Angeles.

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WOODSTOCK EXPERIENCE - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

We welcome readers who have just been informed about our latest signed limited edition book, Woodstock Experience. It is now available to order online, if you would like to learn more and pre-order your copy please click here.

*Updated 21st May 2009*

© Dan Garson    

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JOHN LENNON: THE NEW YORK CITY YEARS

An exhibition documenting John Lennon’s time in the Big Apple, curated by Yoko Ono has opened at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame Annex in New York (www.rockannex.com/lennon). It features a wealth of rare artefacts, films and photographs and runs from the 12th May 2009.

On prominent display is the work of photographer Bob Gruen, whose famous ‘New York City T-shirt’ shot has become synonymous of John and his love of the city. It was taken on the roof of Lennon’s East 52nd Street penthouse apartment on the 30th August 1974 and is just one of many intimate shots that make up the signed limited edition ‘Sometime in New York City’, which is available to order now - click here.

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CONCERT FOR GEORGE DELUXE SELLS FOR $6600

A deluxe copy of Concert for George has been sold on the auction site eBay, for a massive $6600 (approx £4321) - many times more than the original sale price of £495. The deluxe copies contain exactly the same pages as the limited edition, but additionally feature half-leather binding, a facsimile signature poster (the original was signed on the day by many of the musicians that performed) and two signed prints from Jill Furmanovsky and Richard Young.

All copies in the edition are signed by Olivia Harrison and feature an original programme from the night - click here to order your copy.

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STORM LAUNCH AT LIBERTY IN LONDON

We would like to thank all those who attended the launch of Storm Thorgerson’s 40th anniversary box set, ‘Taken By Storm’. Featuring a signed first edition copy of his book of the same name, each set comprises 4 signed and numbered fine art prints and a drawer full of other curiosities. Click here to read more about this limited set.

The location at Liberty’s was suitably grand, with Storm’s artwork adorning every wall and samples of the boxed set interspersed between his original props – including the double silvered balls used for ‘Interstellar’ an exhibition of Pink Floyd, in Paris, 2003.

Storm Thorgerson describes this work in his book: ‘The area between the spheres is reminiscent of Ummagumma though much more difficult to define, easier to see the depths of reflection, showing the trees, clouds, river, grass, and my good self and crazy Rupert if you look hard. I find this piece very tranquil and calm… the calm before the storm, would that be?’

In attendance on the night were many Genesis subscribers, friends and fans; including Geoff MacCormack who came to show his support along with award-winning jazz photographer David Redfern and music journalist Dave Brolan.

Storm personalises special plates for subscribers that couldn't make the event.    

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STORM AT LIBERTY, LONDON

Next week we are having an author book-signing at Liberty’s in London, Thursday 7th May 2009 to mark the publication of our new limited edition Taken By Storm. Storm will be there of course, with a special exhibition of his work on the walls, and we would be delighted if you could join us. Entry is free, simply download and print this invitation and we’ll see you on the night. Download here.

We hope you can make it, with best wishes from all of us at Genesis.

© Storm Studios    

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PERFORMANCES BY RAY CHARLES - EXCLUSIVE DVD

We can now exclusively reveal the contents of the DVD that will accompany every copy of Ray Charles - Yes Indeed! Produced in direct collaboration with the Ray Charles Marketing Group it will consist of six different filmed performances with three full song performances; ‘Half As Much’, ‘Crying Time’, ‘Born To Lose’ and ten partial performances ‘I’ve Got A Woman’, ‘I Believe To My Soul’, ‘Them That Got’, ‘Hit The Road Jack’, ‘Heaven Help Us All’, ‘Georgia On My Mind’, ‘Yesterday’, ‘Blues In The Night’, ‘God Bless The Child’, ‘Hallelujah, I Love Her So’.

The above thirteen performances include some of the most important songs of Ray’s career composed by some of the greatest songwriters ever - including Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer, Hoagy Carmichael, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Billie Holiday and others. Four of these songs won Grammy Awards for Ray and another two are in the Grammy Hall of Fame; nine of them made the Billboard Hot 100 and five of them were Top Ten hits.

Better yet, there are on-camera appearances and performances by Johnny Cash, Carol Burnett, Barbra Streisand, the very first Prime Minister of Israel David Ben-Gurion and all five horn players in Ray’s original band.

Ray Charles - Yes Indeed! is available to order now. Click here.

© Joe Adams    

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TOGETHER THROUGH LIFE - RELEASED TODAY

Launched today in the UK and tomorrow in the US is Bob Dylan’s latest studio album Together Through Life, which has been called ‘his warmest, most unforced, set of songs in recent memory’ by The Times. It includes ‘Beyond Here Lies Nothin’’ which was released for free as a download earlier this month. The ten-track CD also features ‘Life Is Hard’, ‘Forgetful Heart’ and ‘I Feel A Change Comin’ On,’ a video for which is available to stream from BobDylan.com.

A deluxe version is available that includes two extra discs of exclusive material including: a collectible poster and sticker, bonus CD of Bob Dylan’s 60-minute Theme Time Radio Hour ‘Friends & Neighbors’ episode and a DVD of ‘Roy Silver – The Lost Interview.’

Our own limited edition books show Dylan at some of the most important periods in his career – not least the award-winning Thin Wild Mercury. Jerry Schatzberg’s images of Dylan capture the troubadour as he goes electric and includes such seminal images as the Blonde On Blonde album cover among the 500 rare and unseen photographs. Click here to read more and order your copy or call us to order a brochure (+44 (0) 1483 540970).

Bob Dylan and Albert Grossmann. © Jerry Schatzberg    

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BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS SELECTED FOR SOUTH AFRICA TOUR

The 37-man squad of the British and Irish Lions rugby team was announced today, April 21. In what will be seen as a surprise in some quarters, Ireland’s Paul O’Connell has been handed the captaincy over his countryman, and Ireland’s Grand-Slam winning captain, Brian O’Driscoll. O’Driscoll – who captained the Lions in 2005 – fared better than the other home nations captains in that he at least made the squad; England’s Steve Borthwick, Wales’ Ryan Jones and Scotland’s Mike Blair are not among the final selection.

The Lion’s last tour to South Africa was in 1997 when Martin Johnson led the tourists to a 2-1 series victory. That side, as is this latest, was coached by Ian McGeechan who was also a part of the most successful Lions team in history. In 1974, under captain Willie John McBride, the Lions travelled to South Africa and became the first touring rugby side ever to go unbeaten – playing 22 games and winning three Tests and drawing a fourth. McGeechan will be hoping for a similar result 35 years on, but perhaps without the level of ferocity and violence that beset that legendary tour.

Brian O’Driscoll, Martin Johnson and Willie John McBride are all contributors to Genesis’ signed limited edition – The Lions: The Complete History of the British and Irish Rugby Union Team. Written by David Walmsley and featuring original text by 27 Lions and opposition captains and hundreds of photographs and items of memorabilia sourced from museums and collections around the world, The Lions is the most complete history of the world’s most famous rugby team that’s ever been produced. It covers every tour from 1888 up to and including the 2005 tour to New Zealand, as well as previously ‘lost’ tours to Argentina between 1910 and 1936, and games with the likes of Brazil and Ceylon.

For more information, click here.

The full squad of the 2009 British and Irish Lions is as follows: Lee Byrne (Wales), Rob Kearney (Ireland), Shane Williams (Wales), Leigh Halfpenny (Wales), Ugo Monye (England), Luke Fitzgerald (Ireland), Tommy Bowe (Ireland),Tom Shanklin (Wales), Jamie Roberts (Wales), Brian O'Driscoll (Ireland), Keith Earls (Ireland), Riki Flutey (England), Ronan O'Gara (Ireland), Stephen Jones (Wales), Mike Phillips (Wales), Harry Ellis (England), Tomas O'Leary (Ireland), Gethin Jenkins (Wales), Adam Jones (Wales), Andrew Sheridan (England), Phil Vickery (England), Euan Murray (Scotland), Jerry Flannery (Ireland), Lee Mears (England), Matthew Rees (Wales), Paul O'Connell, capt (Ireland), Alun Wyn Jones (Wales), Donncha O'Callaghan (Ireland), Nathan Hines (Scotland), Simon Shaw (England), David Wallace (Ireland), Stephen Ferris (Ireland), Alan Quinlan (Ireland), Joe Worsley (England), Martyn Williams (Wales), Jamie Heaslip (Ireland), Andy Powell (Wales)

'If you could dislocate this one Tans...' Brian O'Driscoll and Tana Umaga before the 2005 Test series begins.    

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‘WHITER SHADE OF PALE’ - MOST PLAYED SONG IN 75 YEARS

BBC Radio 2 and PPL have compiled a list of the top 75 songs most heard in the UK since 1934. The top hit was Procol Harem’s ‘Whiter Shade of Pale’ and lead singer Gary Brooker said it was a ‘great and unsought honour’. In second place was Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ followed by the Everly Brothers’ ‘All I Have To Do Is Dream’ in third. The Beatles managed three places but surprisingly none in the top ten. The program was broadcast on Easter Monday but you can listen again using the BBC’s iPlayer – click here.

All the top three artists can be found in the Genesis catalogue. Gary Brooker contributes to Concert for George our limited edition celebration of the life of George Harrison; Mick Rock’s Killer Queen captures Queen in the Seventies and includes the photography that inspired the classic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ video; and Lew Allen’s photographs show the Everly Brothers in the fifties as rock ‘n’ roll was taking over the world in Elvis & the Birth of Rock. All these titles are in stock and available to order now.

To keep abreast of all the latest news and developments keep checking the website and sign up to our newsletter which additionally gives readers exclusive news and opportunities such as early ordering and special rates – click here to join our mailing list.

© Oliver Hecks    

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CHRIS BLACKWELL HONOURED AT 2009 MUSIC WEEK AWARDS

Chris Blackwell has been named as the most influential figure in the last 50 years of the British music industry at the 2009 Music Week Awards. Credited with introducing the world to Bob Marley, U2 and Traffic, the Island Records founder was chosen over such luminary figures as Sir George Martin, Brian Epstein and Harvey Goldsmith.

Blackwell contributes extensively and features in Rebel Music by Kate Simon, the signed limited edition that charts the life of Bob Marley through the lens of Kate Simon. It includes legendary photographs such as the Kaya shoot and the 1975 concert at the Lyceum, London. Click here to read more and order your copy.

© Kate Simon    

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RINGO AND MCCARTNEY REUNITED ONSTAGE

The Radio City Music Hall, NY, was the venue last Sunday for the Change Begins Within charity concert to benefit the David Lynch Foundation. Its star-studded line-up peaked with a performance by Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney, their first together since 2002 at the Concert for George. McCartney introduced Starr by saying ‘Ladies and gentlemen, Billy Shears!’ – a reference to the fictional character from Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – followed immediately with a rendition of ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’.

The limited edition book of the Concert for George is available now, click here, as is the making Sgt Peppers’ by George Martin, Summer of Love, click here.

© Richard Young    

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NEIL YOUNG - FORK IN THE ROAD - LISTEN NOW

Young’s latest album is currently available to listen to in its entirety on his MySpace page (www.myspace.com/neilyoung). It features ten new tracks inspired by the current economic and climate crises, including ‘When Worlds Collide’, ‘Just Singing A Song’ and ‘Cough Up The Bucks’. The album is available to purchase from 7th April.

California Dreaming – the story of the West Coast music scene 1966-1975 includes many intimate and unseen photographs of Neil Young as he developed his career with Buffalo Springfield, Crazy Horse and CSNY. Copies are available to order now – click here.

© Henry Diltz    

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LISTEN TO RAY CHARLES’ ‘HIDE NOR HAIR’

Readers can now exclusively listen to Ray Charles’ Hide nor Hair (recorded at ABC in 1962) as they read more about the latest signed limited edition, Yes Indeed! Simply click here.

© Joe Adams    

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WATCH ‘TAKEN BY STORM’ ON BBC

In a fascinating short interview with the BBC, Storm Thorgerson discusses the work and role of an artist - be it a painter or visual artist like himself, or a musician like Roger Waters. And, all the while, the wealth of artwork presented in Storm’s box of treasures, TAKEN BY STORM, provides the focus.

Click here to watch the latest interview with Storm Thorgerson online.
Click here to treat yourself to one of the remaining box sets, published in a rare edition of 500.

© BBC 2009    

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RAY CHARLES YES INDEED! USA TOUR

We have news that a selection of photographs from ‘YES INDEED!’ - exclusively published by Genesis - will be embarking across the USA as a touring exhibit. Commencing in Albany, Georgia, the exhibit starts out in Ray’s hometown on 20th June and will proceed to key museums across the USA, coming to a finale on Ray’s birthday, 26th September. At the heart of the exhibition a finely-bound copy of ‘YES INDEED!’ will be on display and, if the exhibit is close by, why not take the opportunity to visit. Informative quotes gleaned from the book’s pages - by Stevie Wonder and many more - will inform Joe Adams’ superb photographs.

The show is curated by ArtVision Exhibitions, responsible for major exhibits such as ‘The Beatles! Backstage and Behind the Scenes’ which went on view at the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, 2004.

Click here to keep ahead of the crowds: enjoy the full story of YES INDEED! by investing in your copy ahead of publication, while stocks remain available.

© Joe Adams    

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QUEEN RELEASE BACK CATALOGUE

This year, Queen will release their entire back catalogue on vinyl. Beginning this month with Queen II, Sheer Heart Attack, A Night At The Opera and A Day At The Races. Each record will be housed in its original artwork. The next batch, which includes Queen, News of the World, Flash Gordon, a Kind of Magic and Innuendo is due in May.

Killer Queen - The official limited edition, signed by Brian May and Mick Rock, features previously unseen outtakes from Queen II and is available now, click here to read more.

© Mick Rock

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NEW BOB DYLAN ALBUM DUE THIS APRIL

A new ‘surprise’ album from Bob Dylan is on its way according to Rolling stone magazine. The disc purportedly contains ten new tracks and follows the same live-studio feel of Modern Times. Dylan is said to have been inspired after writing for the Edith Piaf biopic, La Vie en Rose, in 2007. It follows on from his Album of the Year 2008, Tell Tale Signs.

Bob Dylan’s place in the history of modern music is assured and no better recorded than in the Genesis titles he has inspired; from Early Dylan by Barry Feinstein to Dylan In Woodstock by Elliott Landy and the award-winning Thin Wild Mercury by Jerry Schatzberg. Each is hand-signed, features previously unpublished photographs and text and is one of a limited edition. Click here to read more.

Main image from Dylan In Woodstock:
“My pictures are the only ones that capture this period of love in his life. His art continued but his career took second place to his home life. People in those days looked up to him as a leader because of the profound wisdom in his songs. As far as I am concerned, there was also great wisdom in the way he was living his personal life.” Elliott Landy

Outside Landy's place © Elliott Landy    

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WORLD BOOK DAY LAUNCH 'RAY CHARLES: YES INDEED!'

Genesis is proud to announce a brand new publication, and a Genesis classic – Ray Charles: Yes Indeed! Photographs by Joe Adams – an official limited edition Book & DVD set, featuring the friends and musicians who knew Ray best.

Deluxe copies include a choice of signatory – either Joe Adams or Bill Wyman – and an original, vintage business card from the man who rarely needed an introduction – Mr Ray Charles. The card comes with a note of provenance, and an astonishing full leather binding means that these Deluxe copies are certain to become treasured by subscribers across the globe. Reserve yours today by clicking here.

Collector copies come beautifully embroidered with Ray's initials (in the same way as his custom-tailored shirts) and are also quarter bound in goatskin leather. Signed by his great friend and noted biographer, David Ritz this book presents an unrivalled testimony by 35 of Ray's friends and peers, including Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel and many more - and with previously unpublished words from Ray himself. Click here to read more.

A fantastic Genesis limited edition, we hope you will agree, as we kick off the Genesis publishing year and celebrate World Book Day.

© Joe Adams    

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YES INDEED! THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF JOE ADAMS

Celebrating 60 years since the release of Ray Charles' first ever single release – 'Confession Blues' in April, 1949 – Genesis Publications is proud to announce the forthcoming limited edition book and DVD set, YES INDEED! The Photographs of Joe Adams, published in association with the charitable Ray Charles Robinson Foundation.

BILL WYMAN: ‘Ray Charles is, for me, the greatest music icon of the 20th century.’

Introduced by Bill Wyman, this new volume dedicated to the life of the Genius features an incredible collection of contributors with Willie Nelson, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Quincy Jones, Tom Waits and many more coming together to tell Ray's life story, alongside the vibrant photography of Joe Adams.

In 2006 staff at Ray Charles Enterprises uncovered Joe's priceless collection of photographs. Genesis Publications and the Ray Charles Marketing Group have worked together ever since and are proud to present, for the first time ever, the rare and never before seen photographs taken by Ray's long-time manager, business partner and friend, Mr Joe Adams.

JOE ADAMS: ‘Ray said he was a lovable Libra and I was an arrogant Aries. I don't know much about astrological signs. We approached things differently but we usually came up with the same answers and results.’

Regularly described as 'The man behind the man', Joe Adams was, for 45 years, instrumental in Ray Charles' musical life and work. At the same time, he developed his obvious talent for photography, capturing Ray at work on stage and in the studio, including some of the most significant performances of his career. Of course, Joe enjoyed unprecedented access to Ray's life out of the spotlight, photographing him backstage or aboard his private airplane, playing chess or relaxing in his office.

Coupled with an exclusive new text by Ray's many friends and contemporaries, these photographs document the rise of a legend, presented within a signed, hand-crafted volume, strictly limited to 2,500 copies worldwide and bound to the exceptional standards for which Genesis Publications prides itself.

To secure your copy from the edition immediately with a £75 reservation fee, please click here. (Publication price £235).

© Joe Adams    

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A DAY IN THE LIFE: 3 NEW ANNIVERSARY PRINTS

To mark 35 years in limited edition publishing, we are delighted to offer a new twist on The Beatles A Day In The Life boxed set by Michael Ward, with the release of 3 more previously-unseen photographs, taken 19th February 1963.

Michael Ward has generously opened up his archive to us again. We are issuing 3 stunning images of The Beatles as archival resin-coated prints (size: 14"x11") hand-signed by the photographer. They are strictly limited in number – only 35 numbered prints worldwide, one for each year of our anniversary.

The three print editions are displayed here for the first time:

Print No 1 – The Beatles. Victoria Monument, Liverpool, February 19, 1963. SOLD OUT.

Print No 2 – George Harrison. The Cavern Club, Liverpool, February 19, 1963. SOLD OUT.

Print No 3 – Paul McCartney. The Cavern Club, Liverpool, February 19, 1963. SOLD OUT.

PRICING INFORMATION

1. The Anniversary Print

All prints are black and white, resin-coated Lambda prints on 14"x11" Ilford paper, hand-numbered (from 1 to 35) and signed by the photographer, Michael Ward.

Single print – SOLD OUT..

Three prints, as a set – SOLD OUT.

2. A Day In The Life + Anniversary Print set

You can also purchase the new prints with a copy of A Day In The Life at an even better price.

Described by The Liverpool Echo as "a unique collection of work which froze a moment in musical history", A Day In The Life contains a signed silk-bound book and 24 lithograph prints. It is a time capsule that records the moment The Beatles scored their first UK Number One.

You can add your choice of print at the following rate:

A Day In The Life (£450) + your choice of Anniversary print (at £150) = SOLD OUT..

A Day In The Life (£450) + all three Anniversary prints (at £375) = SOLD OUT.

Please note: if you already own a copy of A Day In The Life, this preferential rate is open to you as well, to augment your existing boxed-set. Simply tell us your copy number in the 'additional information' box on the order page.

© Michael Ward    

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NEW ‘DEAR MR FANTASY’ BY JIM CAPALDI

Jim Capaldi: “Nothing has changed or faded, I’m a part of it’s a part of me – painted cool green and shaded.”

Genesis Publications are proud to announce the forthcoming signed limited edition – Dear Mr Fantasy, The Lyrics of Jim Capaldi (working title). Beautifully reproducing Capaldi’s original hand-written lyrics, alongside rare photographs and anecdotes from Jim and his friends, only 950 copies will be produced.

Robert Plant: “These lyrics have lost none of their potency and transport today’s listener/reader by great craft and word, weaving back and forwards simultaneously.”

Capaldi, a legendary songwriter and drummer in his own right, was of course a founding member of Traffic. Originally inspired by The Beatles, Jim would eventually write for The Eagles and come to play alongside George Harrison, Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix amongst many others.

This limited edition volume will be available to order soon. Please register your interest on our forthcoming page here to receive the latest news, click here.

© Jim Capaldi    

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CALIFORNIA DREAMING LAST FEW DELUXE COPIES

There are just a dozen deluxe copies of Henry Diltz’s signed limited edition book left. These copies include three signed prints along with a full leather copy of Henry’s iconic images, which have never been displayed so fully or with so many collaborators as they are in California Dreaming – Memories & Visions of LA 1966-1975.

To read more about this book, please click here. They will not be available for long and we advise prompt ordering.

California Dreaming - Deluxe Copies    

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY GENESIS PUBLICATIONS

This month marks the 35th Anniversary of Genesis Publications and in honour of this momentous event we will be celebrating all yearlong with 35 different events, offers and surprises. The first of which is an astounding book and print offer:

Ten years ago we published Hamburg Days and to commemorate this collectable limited edition we have selected our favourite Klaus Voorman signed print and together with the limited edition book we are making the book-print set available at the very special price of £500 for one week only (offer ends Feb 8).

Hamburg Days presents an unprecedented array of artwork and recollections: some 80,000 words and over 250 photographs, watercolours, drawings and paintings which bring to life the years when Astrid Kirchherr, Klaus Voormann and the young Liverpool lads first met. When not in the clubs, they would eat together in their favourite haunts, engage one another in conversation, roam the streets through the early hours, and even travel together, to the North Sea and later to Tenerife. In his Foreword George Harrison explains what made these formative years so special: a time which Astrid photographed, producing an archive of unsurpassed images seen here in its entirety; including ones previously unpublished and others rarely seen before.

"It's really good to see Astrid's great photos, and Klaus's new paintings put together in one set of books - with all the usual care from Genesis." George Harrison

To order your copy please telephone or email us directly - +44 (0) 1483 540970 or davidw@genesis-publications.com.

Shown above: The two volume limited edition book and print set.    
The print (numbered and signed by the artist Klaus Voormann) features a young Paul and John at the Bambi-Kino, 1960.    

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GET BACK - SUBSCRIBER OFFER

The Beatles story, although synonymous with Liverpool, began in Germany as young men earning just £15 a week in the clubs of Hamburg and ended forty years ago this week on top of the Apple corps building in Savile Row, London, performing for free.

John: “I grew up in Hamburg, not Liverpool.”

This Friday (30th January) marks the 40th anniversary of one of The Beatle’s most legendary (and last live) performances - The Rooftop Concert. An astounding 42 minute set, the display was loved by many, bringing part of the capital to a standstill, although nearby office workers complained about the noise, which led to the police ending the impromptu gig early. As they finished their third rendition of Get Back, Lennon added:

“I'd like to say thank you on behalf of the group and ourselves and I hope we've passed the audition.”

To celebrate this milestone Genesis are exclusively releasing a few very special copies of Beatles In Germany – the photographic history of the band’s formative years. These preview copies were produced in 1997 for promotional use and only a few are available to purchase (£275 plus p&p). Each one is numbered in roman numerals and features a white card sleeve (instead of a Perspex slipcase) and are additionally signed by Astrid Kirchherr - this is the first time they have been made available since the book’s launch and the offer is only available until Monday 2nd February. A highly collectable item, we urge prompt ordering to avoid disappointment.

For further details and to order your copy please contact a member of the Genesis staff on +44 (0) 1483 540970 or email us at davidw@genesis-publications.com.

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20th January 2009 WISH YOU WERE HERE? TAKEN BY STORM ARRIVES We have great news for all those who have ordered their copy of our latest limited edition, Taken By Storm. Copies are arriving from the binders in Milan - and they look fantastic. Shown to the right are photographs of what you can expect (pictured is copy number one that belongs to the Author/Artist Storm Thorgerson). Taken By Storm is available to order now - please click here to order your copy or feel free to contact a member of the Genesis team (+44 (0) 1483 540970).

<< PREVIOUS | NEXT >> To ensure your copy arrives in pristine condition each copy is sent in a protective card ‘Superbox’.

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ELVIS ROCKS IRELAND

Genesis author Lew Allen is to exhibit his unique photographs of Elvis next week at the Leinster Gallery in Ireland. Entitled Elvis & The Birth of Rock, Allen is showcasing 30 vintage prints alongside copies of his Genesis limited edition book of the same name.

Allen’s photographs, as featured in both the book and the show, were all taken between 1956 and 1958. Interspersed among the photographs of Elvis taken at the Cleveland Arena, are images from shows in Rochester, New York. Part of popular music bus tours through the States, they brought together many performers in one venue, which included several now-legendary groups on the bill such as Buddy Holly, The Everly Brothers and Frankie Avalon. Click here to read more.

All of the images on display are vintage silver gelatin prints and are the first prints ever made of these amazing images. Each is unique and available to purchase. To read more about the exhibition please visit the Leinster Gallery webpage, click here. The exhibition runs from February 3rd to 14th.

© Lew Allen    

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UNSEEN BUDDY HOLLY AT PROUD GALLERY

What is being called the ‘greatest collection of unseen Buddy Holly images ever compiled’ is to go on display later this month at Proud Central, London. It coincides with the 50th anniversary of Holly’s death. His career spanned just 18 months, yet his work is cited as revolutionising rock ‘n’ roll and inspiring bands such as The Rolling Stones and The Beatles.

The exhibition features the photographs of Lew Allen amongst others, whose exclusive shots of Holly along with Elvis and many others makes up the signed limited edition book, Elvis & The Birth of Rock. Editor Mike McCartney has signed every copy. For more information on this title click here.

The exhibition at the Proud Central gallery runs from 29th January to 26th April 2009. More information can be found on their website, www.proud.co.uk.

Buddy Holly arrives at the Community War Memorial NY, Jan 19th 1958 - Elvis & The Birth of Rock - © Lew Allen    

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BBC DARWIN SEASON 2009

This year is the 200th anniversary of the birth of the eminent naturalist Charles Darwin, and also 150 years since the original publication of his Origin of the Species. During the course of the next twelve months the BBC is celebrating his life and work through a series of TV and radio programmes – www.bbc.co.uk/darwin. In a BBC Radio 4 programme Hunting The Beagle maritime historian Robert Prescott tracks down the final resting place of the ship whose worldwide journey and notable stay at the Galapagos Islands would provide the inspiration for Darwin’s landmark theory of evolution.

One of Genesis’s first limited edition books is a facsimile record of that very first voyage penned by Darwin, The Journal of a Voyage in HMS Beagle – 1831-1836. George Darwin, great grandson of Charles, has signed each copy and HRH The Prince of Wales provides a foreword:

“In having the courage to publish his revolutionary concept of the origin of the species Darwin joined a long line of distinguished scientists, mathematicians, philosophers and thinkers, whose radical theories transformed the course of human history.

Above all, the journal helps to show us something of Darwin’s innate humanity and kindness – the hallmark, in so many cases, of a true naturalist. I sincerely hope that this new (1979) edition of Darwin’s Journal will give the greatest possible pleasure to all those admirers of Darwin who are fortunate enough to acquire one of these rare copies.”

Just 20 copies remain in this edition of 500 - to read more and to order your copy, please click here.

Charles Darwin - The Journal of a Voyage in H.M.S. Beagle    

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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM GENESIS

We would like to wish all of our subscribers a very Happy New Year and want to thank you for your support throughout 2008. 2009 is set to be a very exciting time with a new release on Ray Charles just around the corner, and much more in the pipeline - keep up to date by reading all about them here in the Genesis News section.

In the meantime, Genesis author Geoff MacCormack is set to display his unique photographs of David Bowie at the Rock Archive Gallery in Chelsea, London from Friday 23rd January - more details to follow next week.

© Geoff MacCormack - From Station To Station    

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FROM STATION TO STATION LIMITED EDITION PRINTS

A selection of Geoff MacCormack’s rare photographs of David Bowie are now available as limited edition photographic prints from rockarchive.com (www.rockarchive.com/geoff-maccormack-prints.html). The photographs, 12 in total, all feature in Genesis’ limited edition book From Station To Station: Travels With Bowie, 1973-1976 along with hundreds of other images and items of memorabilia that have never been seen before.

Geoff MacCormack has been friends with Bowie since they were schoolboys. He sang backing vocals on six albums and five tours, and travelled all around the world with Bowie during the mid-Seventies accumulating a fascinating collection of photographs and accompanying anecdotes.

For more information on the signed, limited edition book From Station To Station, click here. To see the selection of limited edition prints, visit rockarchive.com.

David Bowie © Geoff MacCormack    

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PLEASED TO MEET YOU - SOLD OUT

Michael Putland’s Pleased To Meet You has now sold out with just two copies left in the edition that are sure to be snapped up today. This limited edition book, featuring stunning live shots and intimate moments backstage of the Rolling Stones touring throughout the Seventies, now makes it way to our illustrious Hall of Fame.

Michael Putland: “It’s only now, looking back, that I realise how trusting of me they were.’

Pleased To Meet You was published in 1999 and limited to just 1,750 copies, each one signed by Michael with a foreword by Mick Taylor. It was the first time Putland’s images had ever been published, exhibited, or even presented in such an exquisite form. Rolling Stone magazine called it ‘opulent’ while the Guardian described it as capturing ‘an aura of druggy, dissolute menace backstage.’

We still have a few of the following Rolling Stones titles in stock and, if ordered promptly, can be delivered in time for Christmas.

TOTA ’75 – The Rolling Stones Tour of the Americas 1975
Wood On Canvas – Sketches by Ronnie Wood
Wyman Shoots Chagall – The photography and reminiscences of Bill Wyman

Mick Taylor and Keith Richards © Michael Putland    

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PAUL WELLER & PAUL SMITH UP FOR AUCTION

Tomorrow (25th November) Bonhams of Knightsbridge, London, will auction a beautiful Epiphone Casino guitar that is signed by both Paul Weller and Sir Paul Smith. Genesis subscribers may remember that the signing took place at the flagship Paul Smith store in London earlier this year to celebrate the launch of Weller’s limited edition book, A Thousand Things, which has since sold out.

The lot is being sold to raise funds for Tommy’s (www.tommys.org) and is part of a large auction of entertainment memorabilia (Bonham’s sale no. 15844) that includes an array of Spike Milligan’s personal belongings. The guitar is lot No. 459 and has an estimate of £600-£800. To read more about this auction please visit the Bonham website, www.bonhams.com.

The signed Epiphone Casino guitar    

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THE WHO SELL OUT

As The Who return to England to finish their 2008 world tour we have news of an edition that is also almost complete, The Who Live. Published in 2000 there were only ever 1500 produced all of which originally sold out very quickly. A chance stock re-organisation at Universal Records recently led to some of these copies being made available again, but now there are now just 50 copies left, in stock and available for immediate despatch.

This remarkable limited edition book charts the band's performances from the Sixties through to Pete Townshend's Lifehouse shows at Sadler's Wells in London, with emphasis on the legendary tours of the Seventies when the band were labelled ‘the greatest live rock'n'roll band in the world’. Accompanying the photographs are observations by Glyn Johns, Ross Halfin, Matt Kent, as well as the featured photographers. Click here or call us (+44 (0) 1483 540970) to learn more and to order your copy.

© Robert Ellis - Rainbow Theatre, November 1971    

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SPECIAL THANKSGIVING OFFER

Genesis Publications presents a special Thanksgiving offer for readers worldwide. Order a copy of A Day In The Life, the beautiful hand-signed portfolio and book set, before 1st December 2008, and Genesis will provide complimentary shipping to your front door.

Click here to read more about this astounding boxed set.

Genesis offers a premium delivery service on all our books, to ensure your limited edition arrives safely and in perfect condition, usually priced at UK £10; USA, £25 / $37; RoW £35 / $52 (at the current exchange rate).

It is a pleasure to offer this benefit to readers across the globe. Of course, A Day In The Life by Michael Ward will make a superb Christmas gift and, with finished copies in stock, we can send your copy now in good time for the holidays.

The A Day In The Life Thanksgiving offer commences today; click here to order your copy.

A Day In The Life by Michael Ward    

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ADVENTUROUS BEATLES TRACK UNEARTHED

Sir Paul McCartney has confirmed the existence of an unreleased Beatles track from 1967, one that many people believed was a myth until now. Sir Paul and George Harrison unearthed the track while they were researching the Beatles Anthology, but at the time it was considered too adventurous and the track was vetoed from inclusion.

Paul McCartney: ‘I like it. It’s very simplistic, quite naïve. I like it because it’s The Beatles free, The Beatles going off piste.’

In an interview with BBC Radio 4 to be broadcast this Thursday (20th November) Sir Paul talks about the making of the experimental track, which he was asked to produce for an electronic music festival during the Summer of Love:

‘All I want you to do is just wander around all the stuff [in the studio], bang it, shout, play it, it doesn't need to make any sense. Hit a drum then wander on to the piano, hit a few notes, just wander around.’

The limited edition book, Summer of Love, signed by Sir George Martin is the history of the recording of Sgt. Peppers in 1967 and is available to order now, click here or call us to request a brochure, +44 (0) 1483 540970.

© Frank Hermann    

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THIN WILD MERCURY: DYLAN BY SCHATZBERG

An exhibition of Jerry Schatzberg’s iconic images of Bob Dylan will go on display from this Thursday (21st November to 25th January) at the Proud Gallery, London. Schatzberg shot Dylan at a period in his development in the mid-Sixties as he made his legendary transition from acoustic to electric folk.

Bob Dylan: ‘The closest I ever got to the sound I hear in my mind was on … the Blonde On Blonde album. It’s that thin, that wild mercury sound.’

Famous for shooting the Blonde on Blonde album cover, Schatzberg describes the circumstances behind that seminal image in his signed limited edition book, Thin Wild Mercury:

Jerry Schatzberg: ‘It was freezing and we were very cold. The frame he [Dylan] chose for the cover is blurred and out of focus. Of course everyone was trying to interpret the meaning, saying it must represent getting high or an LSD trip. It was none of the above; we were just cold and the two of us were shivering. There were other images that were sharp and in focus, but to his credit, Dylan liked that photograph.’

Thin Wild Mercury is available to order now, click here. For more information on the Proud Gallery and this exhibition click here to visit their website.

© Jerry Schatzberg, 1965    

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EASY COMPANY COMPETITION RESULTS

We would like to thank everyone who entered the competition to win a deluxe copy of our latest title, Easy Company 506th PIR: In Photographs. We hope you enjoyed reading about this heroic ‘band of brothers’ as you searched our website for the answer to our question:

‘The men of Easy Company were awarded their silver jump wings after making a minimum number of jumps from a C-47 aircraft. How many jumps?’

The answer was five and thanks to everyone who additionally noted that they were then allowed to ‘blouse’ their trousers to mark this achievement.

The winner is a couple from South Australia. Once again thanks to everyone who took part. We expect the first batch of books from our Milanese binders in just a week, so if you haven’t already ordered your copy you can do so by clicking here.

Easy Company 506th PIR - In Photographs. Deluxe copy and contents.    

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UNSEEN BEATLES CONCERT FOOTAGE UNCOVERED AFTER 44 YEARS

What is believed to be the only recording of a Kansas City Beatles gig from 1964 has been rediscovered by a fan who had forgotten he filmed it. Despite stringent filming restrictions on the day, Drew Dimmel took his father’s new movie camera to the concert and managed to grab some shots of the band on their first US tour. Upon taking the film home, Dimmel shut it in a drawer and forgot about it - only to find it still in its box just two months ago as he cleared out his parents’ home. The 8mm film reel, which goes to auction on November 4, is barely two minutes long, but is nevertheless expected to fetch upwards of £12,000.

The Kansas City gig at the Municipal Stadium was a controversial one. Thanks to the unpopularity of the Kansas City Baseball Team owner, Charles Finley, the local press had ordered a boycott of the concert and the stadium was half empty.

The Beatles 1964 US tour is captured in its entirety through the lens of the late Curt Gunther in the signed limited edition book Mania Days. Click here to read more.

© Curt Gunther, 1964    

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JOHNNY CASH'S - AMERICA

Due for release tomorrow (Oct 28th) Johnny Cash's - America is a DVD/CD set that looks at the man, his vision and how he became a voice for America. Through extensive interviews with Johnny Cash, son John Carter Cash, Bob Dylan, Al Gore, Rosanne Cash (and many others) the 90-minute DVD documentary is a journey through the highs and lows of Cash’s career, unveiling never-before seen footage and unreleased music from the Cash vault. The accompanying CD features 19 songs, including two previously unreleased tracks (Ride This Train and I Am The Nation).

Inside each copy you will find a flyer for Johnny Cash - American Legend, the forthcoming limited edition from Genesis. Featuring the photography of Alan Messer, American Legend is produced in full collaboration with the Johnny Cash Estate and his son John Carter. Click here to register your interest.

Johnny Cash's - America. Released Oct 28, 2008    

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GEOFF MACCORMACK PERSONALISES SUBSCRIBERS’ BOOKS

Geoff took time out of his busy schedule to visit the Genesis office earlier this week. It was due to the phenomenal response we’ve had from subscribers after the Diamond Dog said he would happily personalise all copies bought before Christmas of his mid-Seventies tour diary From Station to Station - Travels with Bowie 1973-76.

His offer still stands, but if you want a copy personalised for Christmas delivery you will need to order before 30th November 2008.

Dedications so far have ranged from the concise ‘To John, Best Geoff’ to extremely detailed quotes that turned the entire signing session into a lot of fun. You have a maximum of 20 words to play with, so feel free to be as creative as you like.

For more information and to order your copy of From Station To Station now, click here. Also check out the podcast where Geoff recalls those heady days on tour with the Thin White Duke.

Geoff personalises copies of his book.    

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STEVEN SPIELBERG & DAMIAN LEWIS JOIN THE RANKS!

Steven Spielberg has contributed a poignant Afterword to Easy Company – In Photographs. Along with Tom Hanks, Spielberg produced the award-winning HBO series, Band of Brothers, that presented Easy Company on screen. The producers asked the surviving veterans to advise on historical accuracy when re-telling the story of their journey from D-Day to the capture of Hitler’s ‘impenetrable’ fortress in the Alps, dubbed ‘The Eagles Nest’.

‘[Tom Hanks and I] reflected as we got to know these men that most of us had a friend or relative that had demonstrated the same selflessness, the same dedication to a concern larger than themselves when the nation’s need was greatest. In my case, it was my dad... Getting to know the Easy Company Band of Brothers gave me new perspectives on my father’s character and on his life and times before I came into being.’ Steven Spielberg [from his Afterword].

For the lead role of Easy’s commanding officer, Major Richard Winters, Spielberg and Hanks cast the English actor Damian Lewis. Besides signing all copies in the Deluxe edition of Easy Company – In Photographs, Lewis has also contributed a fascinating new interview, to be included within every book.

‘There can be nothing more epic or heroic than what they did. I think the actions really do speak for themselves and these photos that you’ve found are unbelievably evocative. I can’t wait to see it fully bound and finished. It’s going to be a fantastic gift for people, or to have in your home.’ Damian Lewis

To order your copy of this historic limited edition, please click here.

Steven Spielberg on the set of Band of Brothers

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ALL TOGETHER NOW – THE BEATLES

All Together Now, a DVD documenting the creation of the theatrical phenomenon Love is released today (Oct 20th). It documents what went into producing the groundbreaking project, which brought together the creative genius of original Beatles music, the Cirque Du Soleil and producer Sir George Martin.

From the first rehearsals to its launch in 2006 the film follows director, Adrian Wills, as he travels between London, Montreal, and Las Vegas recording early meetings between the Cirque du Soleil & Apple Corps Ltd, as well as interviews with Sir Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono Lennon and Olivia Harrison.

Sir George Martin’s personally signed and numbered limited edition book, Summer of Love, is available to order now, click here to read more.

A tea break in Studio Two during the recording of Sgt Pepper.
© Frank Hermann and re-worked by David Palmer for Summer of Love.

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COMING SOON - TAKEN BY STORM

Genesis are delighted to announce the new title ‘Taken By Storm’ a very special signed and limited edition boxed set featuring the artwork of Storm Thorgerson. A stunning collaboration between the world's greatest album designer and the world's leading Publisher of signed limited edition books.

Every box will include an incredible set of rare and unique collector's items, fine art prints, sketches and objets d'arts accompanying a lavish 200-page book, signed and bound by hand in full leather especially for this limited edition. Only 500 copies will be made available worldwide, all signed by Storm Thorgerson.

Click here to register your interest.

© Storm Thorgerson

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EASY COMPANY IN THE NEWS

Click here to read the latest review of our stunning new limited edition in the UK’s daily national paper, The Independent.

The Independent joins The Daily Record who interviewed veterans Ed Tipper, Buck Taylor, Forrest Guth and Herb Suerth and offered praise for the new book, saying, ‘For the first time, they have allowed the rest of us the chance to see what the famous campaigns were like from the inside, thanks to a new book of pictures, taken by the soldiers themselves.’ To read the full article in full, click here.

Easy Company 506th PIR - In Photographs is availble to order now, click here.

© The Daily Record

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WELLER - A THOUSAND THINGS - LAST COPIES

Only 50 copies now remain of the critically acclaimed A Thousand Things by Paul Weller and as of Monday, October 13, the price will increase from £250 to £350.

This is your last chance to secure a copy before the edition is completely sold out.

To ensure that you reserve a copy at the current price we recommend ordering this weekend. With thanks to everyone who has supported this unique visual history of one of Britain’s greatest songwriters and making it such a success.

Click here to read more and to order your copy.


UPDATE (Oct 13, 2008) - A Thousand Things is now Sold Out.

Paul Weller, Stockholm 1980 © Pennie Smith

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WOOD ON CANVAS TO SELL OUT!

Wood On Canvas is a fascinating tribute to Ronnie’s art that has toured the globe in numerous solo exhibitions, and a must-have for any fan of Ronnie and The Rolling Stones. There are now fewer than 200 signed copies available worldwide.

'On stage it's a different buzz every time, everybody's different and you still get that, 'Aaahhh.' I still get scared.' - Ronnie Wood

Signed by Ronnie Wood himself, and introduced by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Charlie Watts, Wood On Canvas features an exclusive 8,000 word narrative from Ronnie, as entertaining and humorous as you would expect, full of fascinating anecdotes and memories to accompany paintings and sketches from a life’s work.

At the end of this beautifully bound volume, a special 4-track CD, unique to this publication, includes collaborative recordings with Bob Dylan and Ian McLagan, at Ronnie’s own studio in Ireland, and presents 2 previously unreleased tracks, ‘So High’ and ‘Interfere’.

The last ever copy of David Bowie’s signed edition Moonage Daydream has now left our office and we invite you to secure your copy of Wood On Canvas before this limited edition sells out. Click here to read more and to order your copy.

Solo I, Screenprint 1992 © Ronnie Wood

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BOB DYLAN ‘TELL TALE SIGNS’ - EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW

Oct 7, 2008 is the official launch date of Bob Dylan’s latest album in his ‘bootleg’ series, Tell Tale Signs – Rare and Unreleased 1989-2006. However, from today, fans can exclusively preview the album in full by visiting www.npr.org. The two-disc set includes alternative takes of tracks recorded over the last 20 years and shows the creative process involved in songs such as Mississippi, Most of the Time and Dignity.

Click here to read more about our exclusive titles dedicated to the infamous ‘song and dance man’, including the award-winning Thin Wild Mercury by photographer and director Jerry Schatzberg.

Bob Dylan - on stage © Jerry Schatzberg.

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DAMIAN LEWIS SIGNS-UP

We are proud to announce that actor Damian Lewis, who portrayed Richard Winters in the award-winning TV series Band of Brothers, has personally signed all of the deluxe copies of our latest signed limited edition, Easy Company 506th PIR – In Photographs.

Richard Winters was an original member of 'E' Company, having volunteered for Parachute Training at Camp Toccoa after completing officer training. He jumped in to Normandy on D-Day in June 1944 and assumed the role of Commanding Officer during the assault. By the time Germany surrendered he had achieved the rank of Major.

All copies in the edition are signed by at least six veterans and feature their recollections alongside rare and never-before-seen photographs taken during their campaigns. Click here to read more and order your copy.

Richard Winters - Officer Training, circa 1941.

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WIN INTERNATIONAL FAME AND A RINGO-SIGNED DRUMHEAD

Ringo’s ‘All-Starr Tour 2008’ is the subject of a photographic contest to see who can come up with the best shot of Starr and his band. The winner’s photograph will be showcased on Ringo’s website and they will also receive a personally autographed drumhead. For your chance to win visit Starr’s website (www.ringostarr.com) and send your image now (last date for submissions, October 30). If the response is as good as our postcard competition for ‘Postcards From The Boys’ there should be some great images to choose from.

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THE WHO ON TOUR - USA AND JAPAN

This autumn The Who are playing a string of dates across America (October 21 to Nov 9) and Japan (from Nov 13 to 17). They finish in time to attend The Kennedy Center Honours on Dec 7, where they will be recognised for a lifetime of outstanding achievement. The event is hosted by John F. Kennedy’s daughter, Caroline Kennedy.

Pete Townshend: ‘Roger and I both feel our work in the United States has been as important as our work at home. Because our medium, rock music, is quintessentially American music with broad and deep international and multicultural roots, this honour is especially meaningful to us Brits.’

Genesis has been fortunate to work with the ‘greatest live rock ‘n’ roll band in the world’ on two occasions. The Who Live shows exactly why they merit such an accolade and Maximum Who focuses on the band as they stormed through the Sixties. Both titles are available to order now, click here to read more and order your copy.

Memorial Auditorium, Dallas, 2 December 1971 © Carl Dunn

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SOLD OUT – MOONAGE DAYDREAM

Moonage Daydream: The Life and Times of Ziggy Stardust, by Mick Rock and David Bowie, is now sold out. Featuring Mick Rock’s iconic photographs, Moonage Daydream was the first time David Bowie had gone on record – at least at such length – about his most famous creation. Flamboyantly designed and featuring a fabulous binding, if you are lucky enough to own one of these exquisite limited editions, treasure it: copies will now be highly coveted.

The good news for Bowie fans is that copies of From Station To Station: Travels With Bowie 1973-1976 are still available. Written by Bowie’s lifelong friend Geoff MacCormack, and featuring his incredible personal archive of previously unseen photographs and rare items of memorabilia, From Station To Station is a fascinating story of life with rock music's most intriguing artists. Click here to read more.

To whet your appetite further, you can listen to Geoff MacCormack talking about his travels with Bowie and view sample pages from the book itself [click here].

Additionally, if you order before Christmas, Geoff will personalise your copy with an inscription of your choice (up to 20 words).

Photo © Geoff MacCormack

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SNAP GALLERY - THE ROLLING STONES

Photographers Dominique Tarlé and Michael Cooper open their Rolling Stones archives this weekend, Saturday September 13, with an extensive exhibition of images at the Snap Gallery, Birmingham (UK). Tarlé shot the infamous photographs of the Stones recording Exile on Main Street at the Villa Nellcôte in southern France and Cooper, who shot the band throughout the late Sixties, produced the Satanic Majesties LP sleeve.

Dominique Tarlé is flying in especially for the opening, click here for more information. Fans of the Stones will be able to see some Genesis titles also on display, including ‘Pleased To Meet You’ and ‘TOTA ’75 – The Rolling Stones Tour of The America 1975’. Click here to see our full catalogue of Stones titles.

Photo © Michael Cooper - taken from Blinds & Shutters

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AVAILABLE NOW:
Easy Company 506th

The Men of Easy Company and Genesis Publications are delighted to announce the release of Easy Company 506th PIR - In Photographs. The new, signed, leather-bound limited edition features an original text from 23 veteran soldiers, over 400 rare photographs and a foreword by Tom Hanks.

To read more and to order your copy, please click here.

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KATE SIMON INTERVIEWS FOR INTERVIEW

Genesis author Kate Simon is already one of the world's foremost portrait photographers, but now she's turning her attention to journalism. At the moment, she's acting as a contributing editor for the legendary Interview magazine, founded by Andy Warhol in 1969. In the August issue of the magazine she interviews legendary US comedian Richard Lewis; the article is published, of course, alongside portraits taken by her.

Kate's incredible photographs of Bob Marley are published by Genesis in Rebel Music: Bob Marley and Roots Reggae, described by Bob's daughter Cedella as a 'classic'. Copies are still available, including a small number of 30th Anniversary copies that come with a signed, silver-gelatin print, made direct from the negative and as used in the making of the book. For more information, click here.

For more interviews and articles by Kate, keep an eye on the Interview magazine website here or to read her interview with Richard Lewis, click here.

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CAPTAIN COOK'S BOOMERANG

A boomerang collected by the explorer Captain James Cook is predicted to sell at auction for up to £60,000. Cook brought the boomerang back to England in 1771, but had no idea of its name or real purpose, believing it to be some kind of wooden sword. The first records of a boomerang in action date from the early nineteenth century, well after Cook's death, so it is likely the famous explorer never discovered the reality of his prize. The boomerang is to go to auction next month in London, along with two wooden clubs collected in the same expedition.

Genesis published the logs of both James Cook's legendary Voyages of Discovery. The first of the two hand bound books, detailing Cook's travels with the HMS Endeavour, sold out to become a valuable collectible. The second, Cook's account of his journey aboard HMS Resolution through the South Pacific and across the Antarctic Circle, is still available to order here.

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BRIAN EPSTEIN'S MANAGEMENT CONTRACT FOR SALE

The Beatles' original management contract with Brian Epstein goes under the hammer this September and is expected to sell for a massive £250,000. It was originally signed by the boys in January 1962, with the fathers of Paul and George endorsing the document because their sons were under 21 at the time. Brian famously held back from endorsing the agreement until he had fulfilled his promise of a record contract, which he duly secured six months later and signed on October 1st 1962.

He would take 25% of earnings over £200 (approximately £3000 in today's money) per week and in return would 'undertake all necessary advertising and publicity for the Artists' and 'advise the Artists on all matters concerning clothes, make-up and the presentation and construction of the Artists' acts'.

For all enquiries about the auction please contact the Idea Generation Gallery on +44 (0)20 7749 6850.

Photo © Michael Peto - taken from Now These Days Are Gone

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ROCK & ROLL HEROES EXHIBITION

A selection of Genesis books and prints has gone on display at Paul Smith's flagship 'Space' store in Tokyo, Japan. The exhibition takes over the complete fourth floor gallery, a space designed by Paul Smith to introduce a constant but varied line up of British and European artists.

The exhibition runs from August 8th until September 23rd with a highlight being a set of Lawrence Watson photographs that were used in the production of A Thousand Things by Paul Weller, our latest limited edition which we expect to sell out soon.

PAUL SMITH 'SPACE'
5-46-14 Jingumae Shibuya-ku Tokyo
Tel: +81 3 5766 1788
Open: 11.00am - 8.00pm (Closed: Wednesday)

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A GARDEN FOR GEORGE - ONLINE

Following on from the success of the George Harrison-inspired garden at the 2008 Chelsea Flower Show (see here) a website taking you through the design, development and implementation of the installation has just been launched (www.georgeharrison.com/garden). Fans can review all the horticultural processes through a wealth of video clips, a vast gallery of images and exclusive interviews with garden designers Olivia Harrison and Yvonne Innes.

George was a keen gardener, dedicating his autobiography, I Me Mine, to 'gardeners everywhere'. He published his book with Genesis after seeing a copy of Captain Bligh's Log of HMS Bounty (available in 1975 for £158 - approximately £700 in today's money).

To see all our Beatles titles click here or to experience the books that inspired George click here.

I Me Mine (original limited edition) published 1980.

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ELVIS WEEK 2008 - FREE SHIPPING

Saturday saw the start of Elvis Week 2008. The annual celebrations are centred on Graceland in Memphis and give fans a chance to get together and celebrate the life and music of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. This year's festival will run until Sunday (August 17) and features a host of events including the Elvis Fan Club Festival and the performance of Elvis: From Broadway to Memphis by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Click here to find out more from the official Elvis Week website.

For the duration of the festivities Genesis are offering free shipping on all orders of Lew Allen's photographic book, 'Elvis & the Birth of Rock' - a saving of £25 for US deliveries. The signed limited edition shows the King at the height of 'Elvis Mania' through previously unpublished, often candid and insightful images taken between 1956-58. Click here to read more and to order your copy today - all copies are signed by photographer Lew Allen and editor Mike McCartney.

Taken from 'Elvis & the Birth of Rock' by Lew Allen

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BEATLES FOR SALE

A 30-minute tape of a Beatles recording session has sold for £9,800 at auction in the UK. The reel-to-reel recording was found in an attic and features The Beatles performing 10 songs, both their own and covers such as 'Honey Don't'. But the highlight is said to be their attempts to complete the recording of 'I'll Follow The Sun' during which Lennon and McCartney are frequently heard giggling and cracking jokes.

It is thought that the tape was made in 1964, when the band were riding the crest of a wave of popularity and high spirits and good humour were inevitable. That same year The Beatles toured the US for the first time to complete their musical domination of the globe, and the excitement of those times and the band's collective sense of fun are wonderfully captured by Curt Gunther's photographs of that tour, as presented in the Genesis limited edition Mania Days. Click here for more information.

Photo © Curt Gunther    

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E. COMPANY REMEMBER NORMANDY 1944

A monument commemorating the heroism of Easy Company, 506th PIR, has been unveiled at Brecourt Manor, Normandy. It was here that the 'Band of Brothers' successfully destroyed a deadly gun emplacement firing onto the Utah beach landings during the early hours of D-Day. Far behind enemy-lines, the vastly out-numbered men later received Bronze and Silver Stars for their actions. Now, for the first time, Genesis will publish their recollections and personal photographs in a signed, historical limited edition book.

This title is due for release very soon. To register your interest in this limited edition, and receive preferential ordering options, please click here.

From Left to Right - Herb Suerth, Bill Maynard and Ed Shames.

All have contributed text and signatures to 'Easy Co. 506th PIR - In Photographs'.    

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MARTIN ACOUSTIC GUITARS CELEBRATE 175 YEARS

This year C.F. Martin & Co. celebrates 175 years of guitar building excellence. Coveted the world over, they are favoured by guitar legends such as Eric Clapton. The company's list of patrons are extensive - Bob Dylan had a Martin 1949 00-17, which he acquired in 1959. He writes about this in 'Chronicles':

Dylan: 'First thing I did was go trade in my electric guitar, which would have been useless for me, for a double-O Martin acoustic. The man at the store traded me even and I left carrying the guitar in its case. I would play this guitar for the next couple of years or so.'

This 'couple of years' happens to be before his official recording days, but the guitar can be heard on the Minnesota tapes and some other early tapes, including 'Wade in the Water', from the Minnesota Hotel Tape, which was released on Live 1961-2000.

Jerry Schatzberg, author of 'Thin Wild Mercury', was there when Dylan turned in his acoustic guitar for a Fender Stratocaster. He shot the cover for Dylan's explosive album, 'Blonde on Blonde', featuring what Dylan called "that thin wild mercury sound".

Schatzberg: 'The frame he chose for the cover is blurred and out of focus. Of course everyone was trying to interpret the meaning, saying it must represent getting high or an LSD trip.'

Photo © Jerry Schatzberg    

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CSN RETURN WITH FIRST STUDIO ALBUM SINCE 1994

Due in 2009 and produced by the legendary Rick Rubin, CSN will come together in the studio for the first time in 14 years to produce an album of their favourite songs. It will not feature a single CSN lyric. Instead, a list of 60 proposed songs were whittled down by David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash through a long series of discussions with Rubin.

Graham Nash: 'He (Rubin) wants to do an album of all the songs we love, all the songs we wished we'd written. It's brilliant from this point of view because we usually wait five years to record an album.'

Crosby, Stills and Nash have been involved in a number of projects recently. With the release of the documentary 'CSNY: Deja vu' on Friday (25th July) along with their insightful input on Henry Diltz's 'California Dreaming' book, they are certainly giving their fans exactly what they want - more.

CSN print © Henry Diltz - Available exclusively with 'California Dreaming'

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EASY COMPANY 506th - 'BAND OF BROTHERS'

Click here for an overview of the next limited edition book soon to be published by Genesis: a first-hand account of the liberation of Europe, told through the photographs and words of those who served within the ranks of Easy Company 506th. These are the same veteran soldiers immortalized by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg in their historic series, 'Band of Brothers'.

To read more (and to register your interest) please click here.

The liberation of Eindhoven, September 1944    

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SGT PEPPER'S DRUM SELLS FOR OVER £500,000

The drum that takes centre stage on the cover of The Beatle's Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album, has been sold at auction for over £500,000. On a commission from the album sleeve's designer Sir Peter Blake, Joe Ephgrave, a fairground artist, painted the drum's skin in an imaginative circus style with such brilliance that it inspired a wealth of imitations.

Sir George Martin remembers the process involved in the making of this sleeve in his signed limited edition, 'Summer of Love - The Making of Sgt. Pepper', available now from Genesis.

Sir George Martin ('Summer of Love'): 'Paul's original thought was to have The Beatles in a park being given a formal presentation by the Lord Mayor or some such character. They were to be situated behind a huge floral clock. There could be a wonderful magic crowd in this imaginary park - an imaginary audience watching and