Michael Grecco
@grecco.com
NYC/LA based Director + Photographer
Executive Producer of the documentary series Punk on Epix
Founder of the American Society for Collective Rights Licensing
Executive Producer of the documentary series Punk on Epix
Founder of the American Society for Collective Rights Licensing
Big thanks to @whnt for the great coverage of the Days of Punk exhibit at the Huntsville Museum of Art. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and excitement around the show. Huntsville, you rock!
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December 23, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Big thanks to @whnt for the great coverage of the Days of Punk exhibit at the Huntsville Museum of Art. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and excitement around the show. Huntsville, you rock!
📰 Read the full article here: shorturl.at/8tISi
📰 Read the full article here: shorturl.at/8tISi
Thrilled to see my Days of Punk exhibit featured in Music Minds: “Punk’s Visual DNA Gets Museum Treatment in Huntsville.”
Thank you Music Minds for such an incredible piece! 📰 Read the article: shorturl.at/1LfDz
Thank you Music Minds for such an incredible piece! 📰 Read the article: shorturl.at/1LfDz
Punk's Visual DNA Gets Museum Treatment in Huntsville - Music Minds
Michael Grecco's punk photography exhibition at Huntsville Museum of Art showcases 100+ iconic images of Johnny Rotten, Joan Jett, and Ramones through Feb 1, 2026.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Thrilled to see my Days of Punk exhibit featured in Music Minds: “Punk’s Visual DNA Gets Museum Treatment in Huntsville.”
Thank you Music Minds for such an incredible piece! 📰 Read the article: shorturl.at/1LfDz
Thank you Music Minds for such an incredible piece! 📰 Read the article: shorturl.at/1LfDz
What makes a song “Punk”? Looking for clues by breaking down the core elements, there are three chords simplicity, snarling vocals, backed by driving repetitive beats.
See how punk left its mark on music, style, and culture: shorturl.at/WggRq
See how punk left its mark on music, style, and culture: shorturl.at/WggRq
What Makes a Song "Punk"?
What makes a song “Punk”? Looking for clues by breaking down the core elements, there are three chords simplicity, snarling vocals, backed...
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December 19, 2025 at 9:40 PM
What makes a song “Punk”? Looking for clues by breaking down the core elements, there are three chords simplicity, snarling vocals, backed by driving repetitive beats.
See how punk left its mark on music, style, and culture: shorturl.at/WggRq
See how punk left its mark on music, style, and culture: shorturl.at/WggRq
The digital era of photography comes with an amazing array of tools. The devices used by photographers go beyond cameras.
Learn what tools photographers are really using today: shorturl.at/a7GDE
Learn what tools photographers are really using today: shorturl.at/a7GDE
Are We Over-Editing Our Photos?
The amateur and the professional photographer must ask and answer the question, “Are we overediting our photos?” Is there a case for rest...
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December 17, 2025 at 12:53 AM
The digital era of photography comes with an amazing array of tools. The devices used by photographers go beyond cameras.
Learn what tools photographers are really using today: shorturl.at/a7GDE
Learn what tools photographers are really using today: shorturl.at/a7GDE
Photographing David Bowie was both a dream and a challenge. As a singer-songwriter, actor, and ever-evolving canvas of identity, Bowie offered photographers more than just a celebrity subject; he embodied transformation.
Read the full story behind the lens: shorturl.at/lJIXE
Read the full story behind the lens: shorturl.at/lJIXE
Photographing David Bowie
Photographing David Bowie was both a dream and a challenge. As a singer-songwriter, actor, and ever-evolving canvas of identity, Bowie...
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December 11, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Photographing David Bowie was both a dream and a challenge. As a singer-songwriter, actor, and ever-evolving canvas of identity, Bowie offered photographers more than just a celebrity subject; he embodied transformation.
Read the full story behind the lens: shorturl.at/lJIXE
Read the full story behind the lens: shorturl.at/lJIXE
The birth of punk music is open to interpretation—like any movement, its origins are scattered across influence and intent. Punk vs. New Wave—the moment the scene split—marked a cultural divergence.
Read how it branched, blurred, and broke rules: shorturl.at/aLmjM
Read how it branched, blurred, and broke rules: shorturl.at/aLmjM
Punk vs. New Wave: The Moment the Scene Split
Countless songs and artists contributed to the foundation of the punk sound. But as the scene evolved, so did its branches. Punk vs. New...
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December 10, 2025 at 12:25 AM
The birth of punk music is open to interpretation—like any movement, its origins are scattered across influence and intent. Punk vs. New Wave—the moment the scene split—marked a cultural divergence.
Read how it branched, blurred, and broke rules: shorturl.at/aLmjM
Read how it branched, blurred, and broke rules: shorturl.at/aLmjM
The history of photography is filled with technical innovation, but it’s the photo legends—photographers who’ve shaped the craft—who gave it soul.
See how these legends changed the game forever: shorturl.at/Mf04D
See how these legends changed the game forever: shorturl.at/Mf04D
Photo Legends: Photographers Who've Shaped the Craft
The history of photography is filled with technical innovation, but it’s the photo legends—photographers who’ve shaped the craft, who gave...
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December 4, 2025 at 10:35 PM
The history of photography is filled with technical innovation, but it’s the photo legends—photographers who’ve shaped the craft—who gave it soul.
See how these legends changed the game forever: shorturl.at/Mf04D
See how these legends changed the game forever: shorturl.at/Mf04D
Cameras, chaos, and rock 'n’ roll. From unforgettable nights with punk legends to capturing moments that live on forever—this piece on al.com dives into what it was like to be behind the lens during the wildest era of music.
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Read the full story here:
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December 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Cameras, chaos, and rock 'n’ roll. From unforgettable nights with punk legends to capturing moments that live on forever—this piece on al.com dives into what it was like to be behind the lens during the wildest era of music.
Read the full story here:
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Read the full story here:
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Days of Punk is officially OPEN at the @HsvMuseumofArt! Chief Curator Natalie Mead's layout is great. Experience archival tear sheets, immersive video, & a soundscape by Peter Prescott & Roger Miller (with directional audio by @Holosonics). Thanks to Dini Lamot, @IlfordImaging, & TE - Exhibitions!
November 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Days of Punk is officially OPEN at the @HsvMuseumofArt! Chief Curator Natalie Mead's layout is great. Experience archival tear sheets, immersive video, & a soundscape by Peter Prescott & Roger Miller (with directional audio by @Holosonics). Thanks to Dini Lamot, @IlfordImaging, & TE - Exhibitions!
Days of Punk is officially open at the Huntsville Museum of Art! What an opening weekend. Natalie Mead's curation, the soundscape by Peter Prescott & Roger Miller, and Dini Lamot's "Humans" posters all shine. Special thanks to Holosonics, Ilford & Terra Esplêndida for making it happen.
November 19, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Days of Punk is officially open at the Huntsville Museum of Art! What an opening weekend. Natalie Mead's curation, the soundscape by Peter Prescott & Roger Miller, and Dini Lamot's "Humans" posters all shine. Special thanks to Holosonics, Ilford & Terra Esplêndida for making it happen.
The Days of Punk exhibition opened to packed rooms @HsvMuseumofArt! Incredible energy. Shoutout to Natalie Mead (layout), Roger Miller & Peter Prescott (layered soundscape), & Dini Lamot ('Humans' posters). The @Holosonics directional audio is a game-changer! See you Nov 6 for my talk!
November 17, 2025 at 10:24 PM
The Days of Punk exhibition opened to packed rooms @HsvMuseumofArt! Incredible energy. Shoutout to Natalie Mead (layout), Roger Miller & Peter Prescott (layered soundscape), & Dini Lamot ('Humans' posters). The @Holosonics directional audio is a game-changer! See you Nov 6 for my talk!
I’m honored that Days of Punk, my photography series capturing the raw energy and rebellion of punk, continues to resonate.
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👉 Read the full story here: shorturl.at/52DFm
Punk Never Died—It Got a Museum Exhibit
Punk rock exhibition at Huntsville Museum of Art showcases Michael Grecco's 1978-1986 photos of The Clash, Dead Kenneys, and Ramones through February 2026.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:36 PM
I’m honored that Days of Punk, my photography series capturing the raw energy and rebellion of punk, continues to resonate.
👉 Read the full story here: shorturl.at/52DFm
👉 Read the full story here: shorturl.at/52DFm
So excited to speak tonight at the Huntsville Museum of Art! The local response has been amazing, and I’m incredibly grateful. Huge thank you to @tnvalleyliving for the fantastic feature.
See more: shorturl.at/2nPA1
#MichaelGrecco #DaysOfPunk #HuntsvilleMuseumOfArt
See more: shorturl.at/2nPA1
#MichaelGrecco #DaysOfPunk #HuntsvilleMuseumOfArt
Relive the “Days of Punk” at the Huntsville Museum of Art
It’s time to rock out in the Rocket City and relive a golden era of Punk music!
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November 6, 2025 at 11:50 PM
So excited to speak tonight at the Huntsville Museum of Art! The local response has been amazing, and I’m incredibly grateful. Huge thank you to @tnvalleyliving for the fantastic feature.
See more: shorturl.at/2nPA1
#MichaelGrecco #DaysOfPunk #HuntsvilleMuseumOfArt
See more: shorturl.at/2nPA1
#MichaelGrecco #DaysOfPunk #HuntsvilleMuseumOfArt
REMINDER: I’ll be in Huntsville for a special live talk on Thursday, November 6, at the Huntsville Museum of Art!
Come hear the stories behind the images, the artists, and the wild, defiant energy that defined an entire generation of punk. It’s a one-night-only event, and I’d love to see you there.
Come hear the stories behind the images, the artists, and the wild, defiant energy that defined an entire generation of punk. It’s a one-night-only event, and I’d love to see you there.
November 5, 2025 at 1:04 AM
REMINDER: I’ll be in Huntsville for a special live talk on Thursday, November 6, at the Huntsville Museum of Art!
Come hear the stories behind the images, the artists, and the wild, defiant energy that defined an entire generation of punk. It’s a one-night-only event, and I’d love to see you there.
Come hear the stories behind the images, the artists, and the wild, defiant energy that defined an entire generation of punk. It’s a one-night-only event, and I’d love to see you there.
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: @ilfordandfuji face — I never get tired of it. I used to be allergic to cats, but Russian Blues are hypoallergenic… and now I’m completely in love with this boy. 💙
#RussianBlue #CatLove #CatPortrait #PhotographersLife
#RussianBlue #CatLove #CatPortrait #PhotographersLife
October 29, 2025 at 5:37 PM
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: @ilfordandfuji face — I never get tired of it. I used to be allergic to cats, but Russian Blues are hypoallergenic… and now I’m completely in love with this boy. 💙
#RussianBlue #CatLove #CatPortrait #PhotographersLife
#RussianBlue #CatLove #CatPortrait #PhotographersLife
The Days of Punk captures a movement that became more than music, punk sparked a culture of rebellion, DIY art, and zine publishing that stretched far beyond NYC.
See how punk exploded: shorturl.at/5gDk4
#DaysofPunk #PunkCulture #ZineScene #DIYRevolution
See how punk exploded: shorturl.at/5gDk4
#DaysofPunk #PunkCulture #ZineScene #DIYRevolution
Punk’s Influence on Independent Publishing and Zine Culture
At its core, punk fostered a DIY ethos that encouraged people to create on their own terms. That spirit fueled an explosion of grassroots...
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July 3, 2025 at 10:16 PM
The Days of Punk captures a movement that became more than music, punk sparked a culture of rebellion, DIY art, and zine publishing that stretched far beyond NYC.
See how punk exploded: shorturl.at/5gDk4
#DaysofPunk #PunkCulture #ZineScene #DIYRevolution
See how punk exploded: shorturl.at/5gDk4
#DaysofPunk #PunkCulture #ZineScene #DIYRevolution
In an age of filters and automation, the real challenge is knowing when to resist. Sometimes, simplicity is the boldest choice.
Find the beauty in restraint: shorturl.at/lCvPO
Find the beauty in restraint: shorturl.at/lCvPO
When Less is More: Stripping Down to Find the Real Shot
In the digital age of instant everything, it’s easy to complicate a photograph with filters, presets, elaborate lighting setups, and layer...
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July 2, 2025 at 10:06 PM
In an age of filters and automation, the real challenge is knowing when to resist. Sometimes, simplicity is the boldest choice.
Find the beauty in restraint: shorturl.at/lCvPO
Find the beauty in restraint: shorturl.at/lCvPO
VENICE, CA, JUNE 18, 2025: Always love seeing how collectors display my work. This set ended up in a client’s exercise room, hope it keeps the motivation strong! 😄
#ArtCollector #ArtistLife #MichaelGrecco #PhotographyDisplay #CreativeSpaces
#ArtCollector #ArtistLife #MichaelGrecco #PhotographyDisplay #CreativeSpaces
July 1, 2025 at 8:10 PM
VENICE, CA, JUNE 18, 2025: Always love seeing how collectors display my work. This set ended up in a client’s exercise room, hope it keeps the motivation strong! 😄
#ArtCollector #ArtistLife #MichaelGrecco #PhotographyDisplay #CreativeSpaces
#ArtCollector #ArtistLife #MichaelGrecco #PhotographyDisplay #CreativeSpaces
Photography has evolved from mug shots to meaningful art. The line between fine art and commercial work demands constant balance, creativity vs. client needs.
Learn how photographers navigate both: shorturl.at/LZz63
#Photography #VisualStorytelling #ArtAndCommerce
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Learn how photographers navigate both: shorturl.at/LZz63
#Photography #VisualStorytelling #ArtAndCommerce
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The Intersection of Fine Art and Commercial Photography
Photography has evolved from a utilitarian tool—once used to capture police mug shots—into a dynamic medium of expression. The intersecti...
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June 30, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Photography has evolved from mug shots to meaningful art. The line between fine art and commercial work demands constant balance, creativity vs. client needs.
Learn how photographers navigate both: shorturl.at/LZz63
#Photography #VisualStorytelling #ArtAndCommerce
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Learn how photographers navigate both: shorturl.at/LZz63
#Photography #VisualStorytelling #ArtAndCommerce
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So happy for my new gallerist, Meredith Fleischer, on the fantastic article about her success in Downtown Magazine! She’s been amazing to work with, an absolute rockstar (literally)! I even got a little mention in the piece. 😄
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Meredith Fleischer
Holding her first camera to her eye at age six, Meredith Fleischer was on her way to her future career in fine art photography.”By the time I was 13, I had my 35 mm Fuji point-and-shoot camera, and I ...
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June 26, 2025 at 8:31 PM
So happy for my new gallerist, Meredith Fleischer, on the fantastic article about her success in Downtown Magazine! She’s been amazing to work with, an absolute rockstar (literally)! I even got a little mention in the piece. 😄
📖 shorturl.at/MoEk3
www.downtownpublications.com/single-post/...
📖 shorturl.at/MoEk3
www.downtownpublications.com/single-post/...
SANTA MONICA, CA, MAY 19, 2025: Honored to be featured in Music Minds Magazine. Amazing how each project shifts how people see your work. Feels like I’m back to being a music photographer—and I’m loving it.
📸 by Heather Koepp
#MusicPhotography #MichaelGrecco #MusicMindsMagazine
📸 by Heather Koepp
#MusicPhotography #MichaelGrecco #MusicMindsMagazine
June 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
SANTA MONICA, CA, MAY 19, 2025: Honored to be featured in Music Minds Magazine. Amazing how each project shifts how people see your work. Feels like I’m back to being a music photographer—and I’m loving it.
📸 by Heather Koepp
#MusicPhotography #MichaelGrecco #MusicMindsMagazine
📸 by Heather Koepp
#MusicPhotography #MichaelGrecco #MusicMindsMagazine
VENICE, CALIFORNIA, SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025: More scenes from The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (@gentlemansride). Grateful to be part of the community. Here’s a look at more of the people, bikes, and moments that made it special!
June 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
VENICE, CALIFORNIA, SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025: More scenes from The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (@gentlemansride). Grateful to be part of the community. Here’s a look at more of the people, bikes, and moments that made it special!
VENICE, CALIFORNIA, SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025: The tenth Annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. I was late on the fundraising aspect of this, but here is the link: gfolk.me/michaelgrecco
There were 650 riders, and LA has now taken the world lead in fundraising for the @movember Foundation.
There were 650 riders, and LA has now taken the world lead in fundraising for the @movember Foundation.
June 6, 2025 at 8:29 PM
VENICE, CALIFORNIA, SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025: The tenth Annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. I was late on the fundraising aspect of this, but here is the link: gfolk.me/michaelgrecco
There were 650 riders, and LA has now taken the world lead in fundraising for the @movember Foundation.
There were 650 riders, and LA has now taken the world lead in fundraising for the @movember Foundation.
These guys were friends (’Til Tuesday) back in the day. We used to hang out. I have seen Aimee out in LA since, but I have not seen the boys in 40 years. It was a great reunion. They still have it, and Aimee’s voice is as amazing as always!!
June 4, 2025 at 8:58 PM
These guys were friends (’Til Tuesday) back in the day. We used to hang out. I have seen Aimee out in LA since, but I have not seen the boys in 40 years. It was a great reunion. They still have it, and Aimee’s voice is as amazing as always!!
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, CIRCA 1984: So when I shot this image, I could have never guessed that Bozo the Clown got elected. But here we are!
June 3, 2025 at 8:14 PM
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, CIRCA 1984: So when I shot this image, I could have never guessed that Bozo the Clown got elected. But here we are!