An Archive Revealed

Previously unseen photographs capturing legendary moments in rock history

“After 45 years, I am reunited with my life’s work. These precious moments with music’s legends are now being revealed and preserved with the love and care they have always deserved.”

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MUSEUM-GRADE:

Ultra high-resolution, museum-grade scans from the original negatives, printed on premium archival paper to preserve every detail and nuance.

STRICTLY LIMITED EDITIONS:

Each work is offered in a finite, controlled print run, ensuring scarcity and long term value.

AUTHENTICATED:

Every print is guaranteed authentic and, where applicable, accompanied by a signed and dated certificate of authenticity.

OFFICIAL LEGACY:

These works represent the true artistic vision and enduring legacy of John Rowlands, capturing the moments, the music, and the legends that defined his career.

Legendary Highlights

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Four musicians performing on stage with colorful lighting, one playing guitar, and the others singing into microphones.
Black and white photo of a male musician with dreadlocks singing into a microphone, playing an electric guitar, with one arm raised.
A woman with dark, curly hair wearing a sleeveless top and black pants performing on stage with a microphone, while another performer with curly hair and a striped shawl plays the guitar in the background, illuminated by colorful stage lights.
A black and white image of a musical performance on stage with a group of seven musicians, including a woman singer, a man playing guitar, and a man with a double bass. A sign from the Toronto Fire Department stating 'Prohibits' is visible in the bac
Black and white photo of a female musician performing with a guitar, microphone overhead, energetic expression, wild hair, wearing a leather jacket with metal spikes.
A woman with short blonde hair holding a microphone in her right hand and gesturing with her left hand against a dark background.
Performer on stage with a large snake draped around his shoulders, holding a microphone, with colorful stage lights in the background.
Black and white photo of a performer on stage in a jump kick pose, with a band and drum set in the background.
A famous Beatles press conference with John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr sitting at a long table with microphones, surrounded by journalists and onlookers.
Black and white photo of a lively singing performance with three women and a man in the background. One woman is singing into a microphone with her arms extended, wearing a flowy skirt and a top, while another woman in a shiny dress stands nearby.
Musician performing on stage with guitar and microphone in black and white.
A group of people gathered around a man seated at a table, smiling, in a social setting. Black and white photograph.
Two young men engaged in a heated debate, with one leaning forward and the other holding his face while talking.
A woman with red hair wearing a blue top with yellow dots and a red jacket with silver details, standing against a black background.
A woman with styled hair and makeup looking at her reflection in a mirror.
A black and white photo of a male musician singing and playing an electric guitar on stage, with other band members in the background.
Performer singing into microphone on stage, wearing striped shirt and suspenders, with another musician blurred in the background.

Stage Energy and Drama

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A woman with red hair, wearing sunglasses and blue patterned sweater, sitting on a stool and singing into a microphone, holding a small white dog.
A black and white photo of a singer on stage, wearing a black and white checkered outfit, holding a microphone with a long stick, performing passionately.
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A live music concert with multiple musicians playing guitars on stage under red lighting.
Four women performing on a stage with colorful lights, wearing gold and brown outfits, with one woman singing into a microphone.
A male singer with curly hair wearing a yellow and black striped shirt performing on stage, holding a microphone and singing passionately.
A singer performing on stage in a spotlight, holding a microphone, in black and white.
A black and white photograph of a performer on stage, dancing or kicking while holding a microphone, with a band playing in the background.
A black and white photo of a woman in a vintage outfit, holding a microphone and striking a dramatic pose.
A black and white photograph of a rock musician performing on stage, wearing a mask and pointing towards the camera with one hand while holding a guitar with the other.
Performer with black hair, leather outfit, and snake around shoulders holding a microphone during a concert on stage with colorful lights.
Two women singing into microphones on stage, with band members playing instruments in the background, in black and white.
Black-and-white photo of a male singer with dreadlocks playing electric guitar and singing into a microphone on stage, with one arm extended outward.
Peter Gabriel lying on stage floor singing by John Rowlands. Maple Leaf Gardens, 1978. Archival music photography from rare Scratch Tour performance.
Gene Simmons motion blur spectral portrait by John Rowlands. Maple Leaf Gardens, 1976. KISS deliberate shutter drag archival music photography.
Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood laughing onstage by John Rowlands. Maple Leaf Gardens, 1975. The Faces two months before final split, fine art print.
Neil Diamond reaching toward audience by John Rowlands. Maple Leaf Gardens, 1976. Theatrical pose echoing Bowie's Archer, archival music photography.
Diana Ross in blue stage costume portrait by John Rowlands. Canadian National Exhibition, 1979. Boss tour performance, archival music photography.
A performer on stage playing a guitar and singing into a microphone with colorful stage lights behind him, and another performer in the background playing an instrument.
A lively black-and-white photo of women singing and dancing on stage, with a band playing in the background. One woman, in a sequined dress, is smiling and holding hands with another woman in a stylish outfit.
A woman wearing a feathered headdress and ornate costume singing into a microphone on stage, with a pianist in the background.
Black and white photo of a woman with short hair, dressed in a white shirt and black vest, holding a microphone in her right hand, standing against a dark background.
Black and white photo of a male singer holding a microphone, performing with his eyes closed, wearing a light-colored shirt and dark vest, with his right arm extended outward.
Four musicians performing live on stage, singing into microphones, with a pinkish stage light overhead, dressed in colorful 70s-style outfits.
Black and white photo of a live concert with two female guitar players in the foreground and a drummer in the background, stage lights shining down.

Access All Areas

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A woman leaning over, speaking assertively to a young man with blond hair, in a social setting with other people in the background.
The Beatles, a British rock band, sitting at a press conference with microphones in front of them, surrounded by reporters and audience members.
A black and white photo of a man with curly hair in a tuxedo sitting at a table, surrounded by women and men, some of whom are engaged in conversation, at a formal gathering or party.
A person dressed in rock concert attire holding a gold record plaque on stage, with a group of women holding similar plaques in the background.
A man sitting on a step outside, with a contemplative expression, touching his temple with his right hand. The background shows a wooden staircase and a fence in a backyard setting.
A man with dark hair and a big smile, wearing a dark, decorated shirt, standing outdoors with cars in the background.
Two men smiling and holding framed gold records at an award ceremony.
A woman dressed in a formal shirt with ruffled front and bowtie, standing with hands on her hips and speaking to a man in glasses and a suit. Another person is in the background.
Two men sitting on a couch, one shirtless with a jacket, holding a glass, and the other wearing a "Cheap Thrills" shirt, holding a framed photo or record. They are in a room with curtains, and various items around them, including a blanket and a bag.
A black and white photo of a man in formal attire, standing indoors with a serious expression, holding something in his hands.
A woman with large, styled hair looking at her reflection in a mirror
Four young men with dark hair in leather jackets and graphic t-shirts, standing closely in a room with notes and diagrams on the wall behind them.

British Legends

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A singer with curly blonde hair wearing a striped shirt and jeans performs passionately on stage, holding a microphone, with another band member playing guitar in the background.
A person in a suit leaning forward and speaking to another person in a casual sweater, with the latter touching their face, in a dimly lit indoor setting.
A woman with short red hair wearing a blue top and a red jacket with epaulettes, standing against a black background.
Black and white photo of a woman in vintage attire holding a microphone in her right hand, with her left hand near her ear, striking a classic singing pose.
South Korean boy band The Beatles at a press conference, with microphones and reporters in the background.
A black and white photo of named people in formal wear, engaging in conversation at a social gathering, with a man in the center smiling, sitting at a table with drinks.
A person performing on stage, holding a microphone, illuminated by a spotlight in a dark environment.
Four musicians performing on stage, two women and two men, with microphones and guitars, in a lively concert setting.
Two musicians performing on stage, one playing guitar and the other singing passionately, both focused on their performance.
A black and white photo of a performer on stage, wearing a matching checkered, form-fitting outfit, holding a microphone and singing with their eyes closed.
Two men smiling and holding framed gold records in a room with a dark curtain background.
Two men sitting on a couch, one with a shirt that says "CHEAP THRILLS," the other shirtless with a jacket and a tray on lap, holding a record. The man on the right has an expression of surprise, while the man on the left appears relaxed.
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Black and white photo of a woman with short hair, wearing a formal shirt and vest, holding a microphone, standing against a dark background.
A performer on stage, singing into a microphone while holding a tambourine, with colorful stage lights creating a vibrant atmosphere.
A young man with a distressed expression holding a microphone, leaning over a surface, in a black-and-white photo.
Black and white photo of a shirtless male performer with long hair holding a microphone, with a band playing behind him on stage.
A man with glasses, striped underwear, and no shirt playing a grand piano on stage, with an expression of surprise or excitement.
Black and white photo of a woman singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a rain jacket and holding a cigarette in her left hand.
A woman with red hair, sunglasses, and a colorful outfit holding a microphone and a small animal, possibly a puppy, in her lap, performing on stage.

American Legends

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A performer on stage holding a microphone with a large snake draped over their shoulders, colorful stage lights in the background.
A female musician performing on stage with a guitar, hair flying, in black and white.
A musician wearing a mask and star-patterned pants plays an electric guitar on stage, pointing towards the camera, with stage lights shining down.
A performer sings into a microphone on stage, wearing sunglasses and a red, studded jacket, with curly hair against a dark background.
Black and white photo of a woman on stage holding a platinum record award high above her head, with a group of women in the background holding similar awards.
A band of four women wearing shiny, colorful ensembles performing on stage with microphones and musical equipment, decorated with multicolored lights in the background.
A rock band performing on stage with red lighting, featuring four musicians playing guitars and drums.
Neil Diamond reaching toward audience by John Rowlands. Maple Leaf Gardens, 1976. Theatrical pose echoing Bowie's Archer, archival music photography.
A man with long dark hair and a wide smile standing outdoors, with cars in the background.
A woman dressed in a Native American-inspired outfit with a large feathered headdress stands on stage, singing into a microphone, with a man playing a keyboard in the background.
Diana Ross in blue stage costume portrait by John Rowlands. Canadian National Exhibition, 1979. Boss tour performance, archival music photography.
Black and white photo of a vintage musical band performing on stage, with a male guitarist and a female singer in the center, surrounded by band members playing instruments including a violin, a keyboard, and a double bass.
Black and white photo of a man with curly hair playing an electric guitar and singing into a microphone on stage, with a band in the background.
Black and white photo of a person with a big afro hairstyle wearing a white ruffled shirt, black bow tie, and high-waisted pants, standing with hands on hips, speaking to a man in glasses and a suit who is facing away from the camera, in an indoor se
Black and white photo of a musician playing an electric guitar on stage with a microphone, amplifiers, and drums in the background.
Black and white photo of a lively musical performance with women singing and dancing on stage, musicians in the background playing instruments, and a decorative pattern on the wall behind them.
Black and white photo of four young men wearing leather jackets and band T-shirts, standing indoors near a whiteboard with notes.
A man in a dark suit and white shirt standing indoors, holding a small book or notebook.
A woman with styled hair sits in front of a mirror in a dressing room, preparing for a performance.
Black and white photo of a performer in a sparkly jacket kicking their leg during a live music performance on stage, with a drum set and other instruments in the background.

Leading Ladies

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Two female singers performing on stage with microphones, unitard costumes, and backup musicians in the background, black and white photo.
A Black woman singer performing on stage, holding a microphone, wearing a sparkling dress with an open back, and smiling brightly under stage lights.
A black and white photo of a musical performance with seven musicians on stage, including a woman singing and playing guitar, and a man singing, surrounded by band members with instruments like violin, guitar, and double bass, under a sign that reads
Black and white photo of women singing and dancing on stage with musicians in the background.
A woman dressed in an elaborate Native American headdress and traditional attire, speaking into a microphone on stage with a person playing a keyboard in the background.
A woman with styled hair looking into a mirror.

Rarest Gems

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A black and white photo of a woman in formal attire holding a gun with one arm extended and the other hand near her head.
Two men engaged in a heated argument, with one man leaning over the other, pointing his finger at him, in a dark indoor setting.
Four musicians performing on stage, two with guitars, singing into microphones, dressed in colorful 70s-style outfits, with warm stage lighting.
Male musician with dreadlocks singing into a microphone and playing an electric guitar on stage, with one arm extended.
A smiling man with dark hair, mustache, and dark skin, wearing a shiny, embellished black jacket, standing outdoors in front of airplane engines.
Male performer with long dark hair holding a microphone, a snake wrapped around his shoulders and arm, stage lights in background.
Muhammad Ali and four other men at a press conference, speaking into microphones, with a crowd of reporters and spectators in the background.
Two men in formal attire holding framed gold records and smiling at a celebration event.
A woman with short red hair wearing a blue shirt with white polka dots under a red jacket, with a dark background.
Black and white photo of a vintage musical performance featuring five men and one woman on stage with various instruments, including a violin, guitar, keyboard, and upright bass, under a sign that reads 'Toronto Fire Department Fire Regulation Bylaws
A Black woman in a formal tuxedo with frilled shirt and bowtie, standing with hands on hips in a conversation with two people, one of whom is partially visible and wearing glasses.
A musician playing an electric guitar on stage with a microphone in front of him, a piano and drums in the background, in a black and white photo.
Two men sitting on a couch, one with his shirt open and the other wearing a t-shirt that says 'Cheap Thrills', holding record albums.
Woman with red hair, sunglasses, and a colorful outfit sitting on a stool, holding a skull and singing into a microphone on a dark stage.
A black and white photograph of a man in a sports jersey, leaning over a podium while singing into a microphone, with an intense expression on his face.
Black and white photo of a shirtless man with curly hair singing into a microphone on stage, with a band playing instruments behind him.
Black and white photo of a man with short hair singing into a microphone, wearing a white shirt and dark vest, with a dark background.
Black and white photo of a lively musical performance with women and men on stage. The woman in front has arms outstretched, with an expressive joyful face, wearing a patterned skirt and a long-sleeve top. Another woman to her left wears a shiny, seq
Two female singers performing on stage with band members in the background, all singing into microphones, in black and white.
A woman with voluminous, curly hair looking into a mirror in a dressing room.
A person with short hair holding a microphone and standing on stage, wearing a rain jacket and pants, in a black-and-white photo.
A black-and-white photo of a performer kicking on stage with a band playing in the background.

The Archer Archival Edition | World Exclusive

Black and white photo of a woman in vintage attire holding a microphone, striking a dramatic pose with one hand behind her head and the other extended outward.

Previously Unreleased in its Full Form

Shot moments before the stage lights were intentionally cut, Bowie is frozen in a moment of electrifying poise, captured from Rowlands’ unique vantage point. This edition restores the composition to the perspective originally seen by Rowlands, offering a viewing experience unmatched by the previously released version.

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