Eugene Merinov Photography: Wire - CBGB

12/18/2008

Wire - CBGB - 1978

The Eugene Merinov Story

When it comes to photographs of New York’s original, hallowed punk and post-punk era, the world has justly recognized important works by Roberta Bayley, Bob Gruen, Stephanie Chernikowski, George DuBose, Laura Levine, Godlis, Ebet Roberts, and others. Perhaps flying just under that radar, but every bit as striking and iconic, are the images captured by Eugene Merinov. From 1977-1981 Merinov similarly and tirelessly trod the boards in front of the stages at CBGB, Max's Kansas City, Hurrah, Trax, Danceteria, Irving Plaza, TR3, Maxwells, Ukrainian National Hall, Paradise Garage, The Palladium, and the original Peppermint Lounge — sanctified names, all, in the history of the local New York City scene. Merinov was there three nights a week or more to capture all the action. Continued...

Eugene Merinov Photography

12/18/2008

Wire - CBGB - 1978

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