JEFF BECK

Published in a signed, limited edition by Genesis Publications in 2016, BECK01 told the story behind the music and bound together Jeff Beck’s twin inspirations – hot rodding and rock’n’roll – in the official signed limited edition book of his career. Beck opened his archives to include family photos alongside personal letters from friends and heroes including Charles Mingus, B.B. King and Les Paul. 'I had no idea that this many photos existed until we found them during the making of my book,’ said Beck. In addition to Jeff’s personal snapshots, the book is illustrated throughout with photographs by Ross Halfin, Robert Knight, Baron Wolman, Bob Gruen, Michael Putland, Barrie Wentzell, Gered Mankowitz, Neil Zlozower, and Michael Zagaris. Interviewed by Total Guitar in 2016, Jeff explained how the book came about: ‘Genesis Publications had already done Jimmy Page [2010’s Jimmy Page On Jimmy Page], ‘so I supposed I was in their sights. I didn’t want to do it at all and they said, “But you can choose what photos go in there.” So I agreed a bit reluctantly… Hopefully somebody will get some enjoyment out of it, there are some rare pictures in there.’

In his foreword to the book, John McLaughlin wrote that 'Jeff is quite simply a "born" guitarist. Not only does he have the mysterious talent that is innate, he has not stopped evolving over the years. He has forged a unique and wonderful style of playing that is instantly recognizable. He has the most fluid style of playing I've ever heard.'