RIP Peter Christopherson
I learned today of the passing of one of my creative heroes.Peter Christopherson.
I wouldn't call him a household name but his design work as part of Hipgnosis is sure to be found in many households.
These classic album covers for Pink Floyd and the early solo albums of Peter Gabriel are some of his best know works as a graphic designer.
Christopherson was also a key member of the highly influential Throbbing Gristle.Again not every body's cup of tea.
But without TG there would be no Nine Inch Nails or Depeche Mode for a start.
Peter also made his mark as a director.He directed several commercials and music videos for the likes of Silverchair, Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, Van Halen and more.
A true creative renaissance man. He will be sorely missed.
Stan Lee @'BrandDNA'
(A sad day indeed Stan!)
saw this on the wire early today. he seemed so healthy on tour with X-TG. just out of nowhere, it seems. i sent peter a song i recorded for jhon balance right after his death. he downloaded it a few times over the period of a few days. i don't know if he played it at the wake, but it heartened me that he downloaded it more than once. the threshold house website has gone black today: thresholdhouse.com
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ReplyDeleteYeah very sad! Noticed that with his sites too. Be cool knowing that he downloaded yr song...
Sorry I did get yr downloads too but have been in a fugfog and haven't had a chance to listen yet. Will rectify very soon. You want to post that Jhonn B track here at all? Up to you anyway...
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