It was two years in the making for author Bob Aylott, and the seven other top
photographers who contributed to the most important publication,
about the greatest pop festival of all time. The hard work paid off, the book was shortlisted for 'Best British Book' in the British Book Design and Production Awards 2009. With exclusive stories, iconic and
unpublished photographs, ‘Isle of Wight Festival 1970, ‘Six Days
That Rocked the World’ is set to go down in rock and roll history. The
former press photographer who covered the 1970 festival (see right) admits he wrote
the book while commuting daily on the train from Portsmouth
to London. He
says of the nomination, ‘it was a tremendous team efffort from the photographers, the book editor, the book designer and the boys and girls at the printers Falcon Press. To be shortlisted was an amazing honour for the whole team. There are pages of incredible unseen photographs from photographers who
are passionate about their work. Plus back stage interviews from the people who
made the festival happen.Including the
real life story of Fairfield Parlour, the band who opened the show on the
promise of fame and fortune but discovered the heartache of rock and roll’.
Isle of Wight Festival 1970. ‘Six Days That Rocked The World'
The hottest book of the year is now sold out. Author Aylott says that there are no plans for a paper back edition but there will be a few Artist Proofs copies for sale. These books will not be numbered but clearly marked as artist proof and signed by photographer Bob Aylott. For more information or to contact Bob Aylott email info@isleofwightfestival1970.com or info@thepressphotographersgallery.com or phone +(0) 7802 777373
SIX POSTERS TO CELEBRATE 40th ANNIVERSAY
Celebrating the 1970-2010 anniversay iconic images from the book and the complete running order of the bands who appeared make up these full colour high quality posters (700x500mm). ON SALE NOW see book poster page for details. Best Seller Love Child (below) has become the iconic image of the festival world wide.