The cover shot adorning this special Philip Lynott issue, and the main poster image for the forthcoming Phil Lynott Exhibition, is a gem from Colm Henry’s hugely impressive portfolio, which has never been printed before. Born in Dublin, Henry was for 12 years the main photographer with Hot Press. He then concentrated on lifestyle magazines, including Image and VIP, and book productions in Ireland and the UK. He transformed a convent in Co. Waterford into an impressive print gallery. In 2009 he released his first limited-edition set of prints, featuring his personal favourite photos of U2 who he’s shot since their very early days, Rory Gallagher, Phil Lynott and other Irish rock heroes. Henry maintains a gallery of his iconic rock images in Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre.