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My Rules: Photozine
MY RULES was the first of its kind. This highly sought after "photo-zine" was first self published by Glen E. Friedman in 1982 and now 28 years later available as an e-book.
Glen E. Friedman shot, art directed and published the influential punk chronicle My Rules, one of the first comprehensive looks at the American hardcore punk scene.
Including incredible iconic photographs shot by Friedman of bands such as BLACK FLAG, DEAD KENNEDYS, MINOR THREAT, BAD BRAINS, MISFITS, CIRCLE JERKS, T.S.O.L., and many others including the GERMS, on the front cover (a live photo of Darby Crash, taken at their last show just days before his suicide.)
MY RULES is the "DIY" first ever solo publication of the work of Glen E. Friedman. Originally self-published in the fall of 1982, it was unique in it's time. The first ever "photo-zine". Billed as "The One and Only Issue", never planned to be a regular fan'zine that would be published on a regular basis, Friedman knew from the start it was to be a one off project.
At the time it was the biggest print-run for fanzine, ever. 10,000 copies were printed and distributed by Friedman himself. In the first 2 years over 8,000 were sold, and over the next ten years the rest were sold via mail order only. The original cover price was $2.00 and nowadays it can be found occasionally on E-Bay often selling for over $100 a copy.
When G.E.F. was getting together the pieces for MY RULES he called upon some of his friends to ask if they would make written contributions to his special 'photozine'. These friends were all important figures of the American Punk Rock scene, from several of the major regions in the U.S. He told them: "What ever you'd like to communicate, or base it upon the MY RULES theme" (which itself was inspired by the BLACK FLAG song of the same name). He offered the UN-EDITED space, and this was to be the only writing in the entire 'zine. The contributors Included Chuck Dukowski of Black Flag, Ian MacKaye of Minor Threat, Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys, H.R. of the Bad Brains, Al Barile of S.S. Decontrol, Keith Morris of the Circle jerks, Barry Hensler of the Necros, and Randy Turner of the Big Boys.
Glen E. Friedman shot, art directed and published the influential punk chronicle My Rules, one of the first comprehensive looks at the American hardcore punk scene.
Including incredible iconic photographs shot by Friedman of bands such as BLACK FLAG, DEAD KENNEDYS, MINOR THREAT, BAD BRAINS, MISFITS, CIRCLE JERKS, T.S.O.L., and many others including the GERMS, on the front cover (a live photo of Darby Crash, taken at their last show just days before his suicide.)
MY RULES is the "DIY" first ever solo publication of the work of Glen E. Friedman. Originally self-published in the fall of 1982, it was unique in it's time. The first ever "photo-zine". Billed as "The One and Only Issue", never planned to be a regular fan'zine that would be published on a regular basis, Friedman knew from the start it was to be a one off project.
At the time it was the biggest print-run for fanzine, ever. 10,000 copies were printed and distributed by Friedman himself. In the first 2 years over 8,000 were sold, and over the next ten years the rest were sold via mail order only. The original cover price was $2.00 and nowadays it can be found occasionally on E-Bay often selling for over $100 a copy.
When G.E.F. was getting together the pieces for MY RULES he called upon some of his friends to ask if they would make written contributions to his special 'photozine'. These friends were all important figures of the American Punk Rock scene, from several of the major regions in the U.S. He told them: "What ever you'd like to communicate, or base it upon the MY RULES theme" (which itself was inspired by the BLACK FLAG song of the same name). He offered the UN-EDITED space, and this was to be the only writing in the entire 'zine. The contributors Included Chuck Dukowski of Black Flag, Ian MacKaye of Minor Threat, Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys, H.R. of the Bad Brains, Al Barile of S.S. Decontrol, Keith Morris of the Circle jerks, Barry Hensler of the Necros, and Randy Turner of the Big Boys.
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First published January 1, 1982
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About the author
Glen E. Friedman
20 books17 followersGlen E. Friedman, (Born 1962) considered one of the most important photographers of his generation, became well known for working with such rebellious artists as Fugazi, Black Flag, Ice-T, Dead Kennedys, Minor Threat, Misfits, Bad Brains, Beastie Boys, Run-D.M.C, KRS-1, and Public Enemy, as well as old school skateboarders like: Tony Alva, Jay Adams, Alan "Ollie" Gelfand, Duane Peters, and Stacy Peralta, among others. Many of his photographs are recognized as the subjects' definitive portraits. His graphic documents of the movement in culture reveal the science of defiance upon which all are based. Friedman's photos reflect the spirit of progression and angst that defined an era. Not only was he in the right places at an extraordinary number of appropriate times, Friedman has helped define the moment and movements he was caught up in. His process was much more incendiary than it was documentary. According to Henry Rollins "The bottom line is that he was there at the beginning of so much cool stuff in so many different areas it's not funny."
"Inspiring people, with integrity and rebelliousness."
For the past quarter century, Friedman has been doing just that.
- Los Angeles Times
"One of the greats of his generation."
- Washington Post
"The most prolific photographer of his generation."
- American Institute of Graphic Arts
"The esoteric political and aesthetic conscience of his generation..."
- Juxtapoz magazine
Glen E. Friedman's captivating images demonstrate his remarkable eye for raw reality, talent and aesthetic beauty. He is, without doubt, one of this generation's most discerning and important photographers, Friedman has documented like no one else.
"Inspiring people, with integrity and rebelliousness."
For the past quarter century, Friedman has been doing just that.
- Los Angeles Times
"One of the greats of his generation."
- Washington Post
"The most prolific photographer of his generation."
- American Institute of Graphic Arts
"The esoteric political and aesthetic conscience of his generation..."
- Juxtapoz magazine
Glen E. Friedman's captivating images demonstrate his remarkable eye for raw reality, talent and aesthetic beauty. He is, without doubt, one of this generation's most discerning and important photographers, Friedman has documented like no one else.
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February 25, 2018
Beautifully presented large GEF print photos, some familiar but all brilliant. The images are immediately immersive and intense, clearly shot from the perspective of a person who lived those same experiences and could therefore perfectly capture the essence of the skating, punk and hip-hop subcultures. Some insightful notes from many of the featured subjects, others slightly less so.
October 24, 2016
UPDATE: My review applies to the 52-page black-and-white Burning Flag Press edition based on the 1982 zine and not the 342-page, full-color book put out later.
Excellent early '80s live pictures of classic punk bands: Minor Threat, Black Flag, Descendents, Bad Brains, Minutemen, etc. A few introductory words from back in the day by Ian MacKaye and Keith Morris. Not a single photo of a woman, not even in the background at shows. Nice reproduction on big Kindle, but it won't let you zoom in on photos.
Excellent early '80s live pictures of classic punk bands: Minor Threat, Black Flag, Descendents, Bad Brains, Minutemen, etc. A few introductory words from back in the day by Ian MacKaye and Keith Morris. Not a single photo of a woman, not even in the background at shows. Nice reproduction on big Kindle, but it won't let you zoom in on photos.
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