Show Topic: Behind the Lens – California Dreaming & Rock Photography of the 60s and 70s

This Monday, April 13th, 2026, we step into a truly special edition of Rock n Roll Moments, where music meets photography in a powerful exploration of the California sound of the 1960s and 70s. From folk rock and sunshine pop to classic rock and soft rock, this episode brings together the artists and movements that defined an era—The Mamas and The Papas, Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Neil Young, and so many more.

We’ll also explore the cultural heartbeat of Laurel Canyon, where a generation of musicians came together to create some of the most influential music in rock history. Alongside that, we revisit legendary festivals like the Monterey Pop Festival and Woodstock—moments that didn’t just showcase music, but helped shape the identity of a generation.

Joining me once again is legendary photographer Henry Diltz, whose lens captured the very soul of this era. With over 250 album covers to his name—including the iconic Morrison Hotel cover for The Doors—Henry’s work is inseparable from the visual history of rock and roll. His candid, fly-on-the-wall style brought audiences closer than ever to artists like The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix, Paul McCartney, and The Monkees.

In this episode, Henry shares his firsthand experiences documenting Laurel Canyon, photographing at Monterey and Woodstock, and working alongside some of the most legendary names in music. It’s a rare opportunity to hear the stories behind the images that defined a generation. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable show—this is one you truly don’t want to miss. Don’t miss it!

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Date: Monday, April 13th, 2026

📸 Henry Diltz

Legendary music photographer Henry Diltz returns to the show for his third appearance, bringing with him an extraordinary legacy of capturing the golden age of rock and roll. With more than 250 album covers and thousands of publicity photos to his name, Henry is best known for iconic images such as The Doors’ Morrison Hotel cover.

His work includes candid, behind-the-scenes photography of artists like The Eagles, Neil Young, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, America, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Jimi Hendrix, Paul McCartney, and The Monkees. As the official photographer at the Monterey Pop Festival (1967) and Woodstock (1969, 1994, 1999), Henry documented defining moments in music history.

He also captured the spirit of Laurel Canyon, where many rising folk-rock stars lived and created music that would shape generations. His photography has appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, LIFE, People, Rolling Stone, and Billboard.

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