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The quintessential collection of iconic photographs and poignant texts that reveal the visual and cultural legacy of American icon Michael Bolton, as captured by longtime collaborator, renowned photographer, and dear friend Timothy White.
In 1987, up-and-coming celebrity photographer Timothy White got a call from American musician Michael Bolotin’s (now Bolton) record company, asking him to work on a photo shoot. When Bolton came over to his studio, Timothy was struck by his calm persona, dry wit, and superb sense of humor. The two immediately hit it off. The resulting full-of-life photographs that captured Bolton’s charisma and charm marked the start of not only a professional but also a personal relationship that would come to establish Bolton’s visual legacy and identity.
Michael Bolton contains White’s handpicked collection of cinematic photographs featuring Bolton, on view together for the first time ever. The wide range of works include: Bolton with his trademark wavy locks blowing in the wind, pictures in his breathtaking neoclassical home, classic editorial studio shots, and heartwarming selections from shoots across a variety of urban and rural landscapes. The work spans decades, featuring Bolton at all stages of his career. Timothy shot some of his most recognizable photographs and album covers, and Bolton’s visual legacy is captured here in all its glory. It tells the story of two parallel and singular artistic careers.
Original quotes from celebrities are peppered throughout the book’s pages and highlight Bolton’s impact on a range of famous lives and on wider society.
Michael Jordan notes Bolton’s “God-given talent,” Kenny G declares Bolton has an undeniable gift, and Zelma Redding shares she was brought to tears by Bolton’s performances. Additional mash notes from Andy Samberg, Zoey Deschanel, Will Ferrell, Dolly Parton, Bill Clinton, and Michael Jordan, to name a few, fill out the testimonials of love. Bolton and White themselves contribute text, as well as Grammy-award winning American record producer and former president of Columbia Records, Clive Davis. Andy Samberg corks the tome with his take on the artist and music.
Michael Bolton is released alongside Bolton’s hilarious new podcast Michael Bolton’s Big Sexy Podcast and a blues CD, featuring a wide array of Bolton’s previously unpublished, trademark covers. Chock-full of cinematic visuals and touching, personal texts that reveal a side of the enigmatic megastar that has never been presented before, the book portrays a comprehensive visual overview of the beloved performer and his impact on popular culture, while also highlighting an intimate collaboration between two exemplars of their respective talent fields.
Michael Bolton is a multiple Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and emmy-nominated performer with more than 50 years of contributions to the entertainment industry. As a performing artist, Michael has earned two Grammys for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance (with two additional nominations) and six American Music Awards. He has sold more than 65 million records worldwide and holds a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To date, Michael has seen nine studio albums rank in the Top Ten, with nine #1 singles. As a songwriter, Michael has received over 24 BMI & ASCAP Awards, including Songwriter of the Year, 9 Million-Air awards, and the Hitmakers Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Michael has written #1 hit singles impacting the careers of artists such as Laura Branigan (“How Am I Supposed to Live Without You”), KISS (“Forever”), Barbra Streisand (“We’re Not Making Love Anymore”), Cher (“I Found Someone”), and delivered unique recording collaborations with artists such as Dolly Parton, Kelly Clarkson, Eva Cassidy, Seal, Kelly Rowland, Rascal Flatts, Neyo, Kid Cudi and Mickey Guyton, among others. Internationally renowned, Michael has recorded and performed with musical icons who have inspired and influenced his own career, including Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras, Renee Fleming, Andrea Bocceli, BB King, and Ray Charles.
Most recently, Michael released Spark of Light, his first ever album of all original songs that he authored with a range of contemporary writers, producers and artists. Bolton’s legacy transcends genres and generations of fans, and his love of music is parallel to his penchant for humor, shining through film and TV appearances, digital viral videos and commercial campaigns. Additionally, Michael starred in The Celebrity Dating Game, ABC’s reboot of the beloved dating game show. The fun-loving summer series aired primetime, ranking #1 in its slot. Bolton became a viral sensation in The Lonely Island’s Emmy nominated video, “Captain Jack Sparrow ” that launched on Saturday Night Live and has racked up nearly 250 million views on YouTube. He earned another Emmy nod for his collaborations with the Screen Junkies’ popular channel “Honest Trailers”,’ and partnered with Funny Or Die to release a spoof on the cult-classic Office Space, which achieved Immortal Status. Michael executive produced and starred in the Netflix show Michael Bolton’s Big Sexy Valentine’s Special, which has already become a seasonal cult classic. He recently teamed up with Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players and iHeart Podcast Network to launch his own original scripted comedic series, Michael Bolton’s Big Sexy Podcast, which will launch in early 2025.
Timothy White is one of the world’s most sought-after celebrity photographers. For over thirty years he has captured the personal and playful sides of legendary actors, as well as the innocence of up-and-comers. He has shot photography for some of the most recognizable movie posters of our time, the covers of countless high-profile publications, and imagery for an extraordinary and expansive roster of musicians.
Named one of the most important people in photography by American Photo, Timothy has been the recipient of many photography and film awards, including the Lucie Award for International Photographer of the Year. His photographs are exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide. As a partner in the Morrison Hotel Gallery, Timothy regularly curates and produces events in New York and Los Angeles.
Timothy contributes to numerous non-profit organizations, both as an activist for their cause, and donating his time and work. Most recently he has supported Amfar, Stuart House, and City Harvest, and shot campaigns for the Joyful Heart Foundation, Operation Smile, and Recycle Across America.
Andy Samberg is an American comedian, actor, and musician. He is a member of the comedy music group the Lonely Island with Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone.
