Focus On The Photographer: Lights, Camera, Rock & Roll.
- Riff Notes
- Nov 21, 2025
- 1 min read
A Conversation with Rob Hereth - Tour Photographer For Black Jacket Symphony.
By Lindsey McCutchan for Midwest Riff Review
There’s a special kind of chemistry that happens when The Black Jacket Symphony takes the stage. A fusion of precision musicianship, nostalgic storytelling, and the kind of raw energy that can transport a roomful of people straight back to the moments when some of rock's most classic albums first shaped their lives. And standing just out of the spotlight, quietly capturing every pulse of that magic, is tour photographer Rob Hereth.
I first met Rob a few years ago The Midland Theatre during one of Black Jacket’s performances. Even then, it was clear that his work wasn’t just about documenting a show; it was about honoring the artistry of a band devoted to recreating the soundtrack of so many fans’ formative years. Rob’s images don’t just freeze a moment, they preserve the emotion behind it.
Black Jacket was in town again performing Bon Jovi's 1986 masterpiece, "Slippery When Wet," and I was able to sit down with Rob amid the late-day show prep for a conversation about life on the road, the craft of concert photography, and what it means to visually tell the story of a band that has mastered the art of bringing iconic music back to life.
Photos courtesy of Rob Herath
Lindsey has been telling the story of our stage all year for Midwest Riff Review, and we couldn't be more grateful for the partnership. Head over to read the full interview with Rob at MidwestRiffReview.com.
