For the past few years, Jack Lawrence has been holding it down on the West Coast as Life Without Andy’s go-to shooter. Seemingly omnipresent on Perth’s club scene, his reputation as one of the country’s most prominent music photographers is one that’s well-earned.
Spending much of his live overseas, interstate or on the road, Jack certainly doesn’t live a normal life – and like all good photographers, he documents his experiences with dedication. That’s how his latest project titled ‘No Show’ was formed: Music photographs dedicated to everything except the gig itself. That means backstage action, candid shots and intimate moments that give show you a more human side to Australia’s dance heroes. Not only is Jack the photographer of choice for skyrocketing trio RÜFÜS, but he’s also stepped in to shoot with Peking Duk, Tkay Maidza and more.
Speaking on the project, Jack says “I felt it was always the unseen stuff people wanted to see. The series delves into all the backstage antics, emotions, kick-ons, fucked up hangovers and endless travels associated with a touring artist or show. The idea came about after a few months on the road recently with RÜFÜS and touring with other artists over the years. I had a huge collection of photos and realised most hadn’t even seen the light of day, so I jumped right in and put them all together for an all new view on live music and the industry. Come see the unseen.”
You can follow Jack Lawrence’s adventures on Instagram here, while his ‘No Show’ series has its own dedicated account right here:
Sunrise on the roof. This was after the RÜFÜS boys completed their first ever Coachella and smashed it! What better way to celebrate then watching the sunrise with your best mates.
Transport mode of choice: RÜFÜS at Coachella.
Sticky Fingers: The game plan.
Unfortunately it ain’t always just hitting the piss. Kilter load in Adelaide.
Most bands spent more time with their crew then their actual family. It’s a real kind of love.
Post show champagne showers: A standard with Peking Duk.
Some of the best. Geroge Maple X Tkay Maidza.
Mornings at home with Ta-ku.
As I said, Peking Duk…
Mid-beach festival swims minus towels and swimmers. Seemed a great idea at the time with Basenji.
I’ve been lucky enough to celebrate the last two New Years with my RÜFÜS Family, this was a special one. Tasmania 2016.
42 pieces of checked luggage and airports. Enough said.
Pre-flight checks. Flight Facilities and team.
The catchup. Reuben of Peking Duk.
Always on the clock. Red Bull Studios in Los Angeles. Mid-tour recording with RÜFÜS.
