{"title":"David Edward Byrd","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of David Edward Byrd, a distinguished figure whose life and work transcend the ordinary boundaries of art and biography. Delve into the enthralling narratives and visual splendour that define Byrd's contributions to art and music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for his iconic poster designs that encapsulate the vibrant essence of the rock and roll era, Byrd's works are indelibly imprinted in the cultural consciousness. His memoir, \u003cem\u003ePoster Child\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an intimate glimpse into the life of an artist whose creations graced some of the most momentous concerts and theatrical productions of the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection, nestled in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, invites you to embark on a journey through Byrd's fascinating career, highlighting his artistic achievements and personal anecdotes. Whether you're a long-time aficionado of his posters or new to his work, Byrd's books promise an enlightening exploration of a uniquely creative life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"poster-child-by-robert-von-goeben-9781949480405","title":"Poster Child","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePoster Child\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles the life and art of David Edward Byrd, one of the foremost graphic artists of twentieth-century culture. Told in a deeply personal, strikingly honest conversation with author Robert von Goeben, Byrd shares his journey through sixty years of rock ’n’ roll, theatre, and movie artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePioneering iconic visual styles that have come to define rock music, Byrd created posters for concerts and album art for legends such as the Who, Lou Reed, Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane, Ravi Shankar, Traffic, Van Halen, the Grateful Dead, Kiss, and Jimi Hendrix—whose kaleidoscopic 1968 poster created for the Jimi Hendrix Experience tour was voted #8 in the Top 25 Rock Posters by \u003cem\u003eBillboard\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eByrd went on to design celebrated imagery for Broadway theatre hits, including \u003cem\u003eFollies\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eGodspell\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eLittle Shop of Horrors\u003c\/em\u003e, among others. With brutal honesty and raw vulnerability, this stunning retrospective shares the artist’s journey through family trauma, excess, career detours, rehab, and, ultimately, love, success, and recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833430593772,"sku":"9781949480405","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2357273482882.jpg?v=1758457872"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-edward-byrd.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}