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December 9, 2013
One of the world's leading heavy metal bands, Judas Priest, brought forth British Steel to Milwaukee's Summerfest on July 2, 2009.
Led by lead singer Rob Halford, I needed some earplugs as I photographed the band famous for their twin lead guitarists, Glen Tipton and Richie Faulkner. They were really loud on this particular night!
The band stuffed a lot of gear on stage and made the stage look a bit small for them.
I only had one and a half songs to photograph the band so this was a quick shoot.
Enjoy some photos from that night and please like me on Facebook at Rich Zimmermann Photography as I try to build up my Facebook presence.
Thanks,
Rich Zimmermann
December 2, 1973
On February 2, 1973, I had the pleasure of photographing Leo Kottke. He opened up a show for Loggins and Messina at Milwaukee's Performing Arts Center that evening.
At the time, I was working for the Bugle American newspaper and we conducted an interview in Leo's dressing room before the show.
In my collection of favorite photographs, a few are shown here with Leo's reflection in the mirror. He was relaxed, reading the paper and just killing time before his performance.
Leo, is to me, the best acoutic 12 string guitar player in the world. Not many people get close to playing like Leo does!
He still plays and if you can catch a performance of his please do so because you will be amazed at his great voice and guitar playing.
Please join me at Facebook at Rich Zimmermann Photography as I try to build up my Facebook group. It is new and I only have 35 people so far! You get a weekly reminder of my blog and more great photos.
Have a great week!
Thanks,
Rich Zimmermann
November 25, 2013
On July 21, 1972, George Carlin performed at Summerfest. He was arrested for saying the seven dirty words you can't say on radio or television!
I was there that night and the last photo you see here is of George being arrested and hauled off stage!
George was funny that night as usual. I have seen him three times and this was his best night.
Busy weekend around here with a couple photo jobs and we are painting the inside of the house. Smells like paint and it looks great! Don't you love the weekends?
No major cleanup on the photos here because I have to get back to painting!!!
Have a great Thanksgiving everyone.
Thanks,
Rich Zimmermann