agnès b. | Sheila Rock Photography Exhibition “PUNK+,” Capturing the 70s Punk Scene
FASHION / WOMEN
April 8, 2015

agnès b. | Sheila Rock Photography Exhibition “PUNK+,” Capturing the 70s Punk Scene


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Portraits of Icons Captured in the Midst of the 70s Punk Scene


Sheila Rock Photography Exhibition "PUNK+" Held



From March 12th (Wed) to 31st (Mon), agnès b. will host the "PUNK+" photography exhibition by Sheila Rock at its Aoyama shop. On March 13th (Thu) during the exhibition period, a special event "PUNK+ special night" will be held, featuring Sheila Rock herself and film director Momoko Ando. 125 pairs (250 individuals) selected by lottery will be invited.


Text by YANAKA Tomomi





125 Pairs (250 Individuals) Invited to a One-Night Fashion & Music Party



Music is essential to the brand's spirit. For the Spring/Summer season, agnès b. presents its interpretation of contemporary punk rock style. In March, a campaign will unfold, centered around punk culture, synchronizing music, photography, and the latest collection. At its core is the "PUNK+" photography exhibition by female photographer Sheila Rock.

Her works, capturing musicians who defined the era such as Sid Vicious, Johnny Rotten, Siouxsie Sioux, and Deborah Harry in the late 1970s punk heyday, were released last year in the UK as a limited edition photo book "PUNK+" of 2,000 copies. This exhibition marks the first public display of the works from the "PUNK+" photo book in Japan. Viewers will be captivated by the authentic atmosphere captured by the shutter, from the candid expressions of legendary musicians to the breathtaking moments of live performances.




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The Clash “Sniffing Glue”




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John Lydon In Red Coat






Special Items Released with "PUNK+" Theme



To commemorate this exhibition, agnès b. will host a one-night fashion and music party, "PUNK+ special night." On the day, a talk show will feature Sheila Rock, who is flying in for this event, and film director Momoko Ando. Additionally, the evening will be packed with luxurious content, including a live performance by Ken Yokoyama and a fashion show of the Spring/Summer collection. The brand is inviting 125 pairs (250 individuals) to this special party via lottery. Applications are being accepted on the official website until February 28th (Fri).

Furthermore, limited-time campaigns will be held at agnès b. shops and seven department stores nationwide. A complimentary original tote bag will be gifted to those who purchase ¥21,000 or more of eligible items. Alongside the Spring/Summer collection themed around rock, special items created for this exhibition will be available. These include unique limited items such as T-shirts printed with "PUNK+" photographs, official custom boots from "Dr. Martens," and a "PLAY BUTTON" MP3 player containing a compilation album of 70s punk music.



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After its run at the "agnès b. Aoyama store," the "PUNK+" photography exhibition will continue at "1977 RECORDS" in Ebisu from April 4th (Fri) to 30th (Wed), and at "Daikanyama T-Site" from April 16th (Wed) to 30th (Wed). The works, reflecting the excitement of the punk movement and its impact on society, culture, and style, can be enjoyed beyond the boundaries of genres such as fashion, music, and art.





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Photography Exhibition "PUNK+"
Dates: March 12th (Wed) - 31st (Mon) *Open daily during exhibition period
Hours: 11:00 - 20:00
Venue: agnès b. Aoyama store
5-7-25 Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-3797-6830

Event "PUNK+ special night"
Date: March 13th (Thu)
Time: 19:00 - 21:30
Venue: agnès b. Aoyama store
Capacity: 125 pairs (250 individuals)
Application: www.agnesb.com
*Deadline: February 28th (Fri)





agnès b. PUNK+ Campaign Participating Stores
March 12th (Wed) - 18th (Tue): Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store Main Building 1F Antenna Plus
March 19th (Wed) - 25th (Tue): Seibu Ikebukuro Main Store 1F North - Special Venue
March 19th (Wed) - 25th (Tue): Hankyu Umeda Main Store 4F Koto Koto Stage 42
March 26th (Wed) - April 1st (Tue): Osaka Takashimaya 1F Good Shock Place
March 26th (Wed) - April 1st (Tue): Iwataya Main Store Main Building 2F Tag Line
March 27th (Thu) - April 9th (Wed): Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro Main Store 3F Space 3 Event Space [Stage T-3]
April 2nd (Wed) - 8th (Tue): Daimaru Kobe Store Main Building 1F Main Stage Side Special Venue

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Tel. 03-6229-5800







Photography Exhibition "PUNK+" 1977 RECORDS
Dates: April 4th (Fri) - 30th (Wed) *Closed Mondays
Hours: 12:00 - 20:00 *Sundays until 19:00
Venue: 1977 RECORDS
Maruyama Bldg. 202, 1-16-1 Nishi-Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
www.1977records.com




Photography Exhibition "PUNK+" Daikanyama T-Site
Dates: April 17th (Wed) - 30th (Wed) *Open daily during exhibition period
Hours: 7:00 - 2:00
Venue: Daikanyama T-Site Building 2, 1F Gallery Space
17-5 Sarugaku-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
http://tsite.jp/daikanyama/

"PUNK+" Talk & Signing Event
Date & Time: March 17th (Mon) 19:30-
Venue: Daikanyama T-Site Building 1, 2F Event Space
Speaker: Sheila Rock
Guests: Kan Takagi, Hikaru (B×H)