GRAMMY Museum Presents: Retroblakesberg The Music Never Stopped – Photography by Jay Blakesberg
Join Acclaimed Music Photographer Jay Blakesberg for an Artist-Led Exhibition Tour
Step into three decades of music history with Jay Blakesberg, as he leads an exclusive tour of his exhibition, RetroBlakesberg: The Music Never Stopped, on Friday, November 15. The exhibition, on display through June 15, 2025, showcases landmark moments in music from 1978 to 2008—all captured on film before Blakesberg transitioned to digital photography.
Tour Details
Blakesberg will host two sessions, at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, each lasting 45-60 minutes. Guests will enjoy behind-the-scenes stories, insights into his impressive career, and a Q&A session with Blakesberg himself. No RSVP is required.
About Jay Blakesberg
Raised in New Jersey, Blakesberg’s passion for music photography and the Grateful Dead ignited a lifelong career capturing the spirit of musicians across genres—from rock and grunge to hip-hop and folk. RetroBlakesberg is a visual journey through the sounds, scenes, and stories that have defined popular music.
About RetroBlakesberg: The Music Never Stopped
RetroBlakesberg highlights over 150 stunning film photographs of iconic artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Björk, Tracy Chapman, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Nirvana, Radiohead, Tom Waits, and Neil Young.
The exhibit also features:
- 20 unique “blue” portraits of musicians including Green Day, Ice-T, The Flaming Lips, and Joni Mitchell, created by intentionally using the “wrong film” in unusual lighting conditions.
- A dedicated exploration of the Grateful Dead and their vibrant psychedelic scene, a central theme of Blakesberg’s work and his legacy as a devoted “Dead Head.”
Experience pivotal moments in music from blues and folk to hip-hop and alternative through Blakesberg’s lens, capturing the essence of artists and live performances that shaped music history.
For more information visit: https://grammymuseum.org/
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