Brighton Hosts Glen E Friedman

Visitors to the exhibition will see Glen E. Friedman's most iconic images of Dead Kennedys, as well as many never-before-seen photographs. The subject of the exhibition is the infamous punk band that has inspired and politicized generations since they released their first record in 1979. Dead Kennedys's debut was notable for being the first punk album to top the music charts after the 1977 punk explosion in the UK.

Glen E. Friedman's photographs of the band were taken in Los Angeles from 1980–1982, a time when the city had the largest punk scene in the country. Friedman was using color film almost exclusively at this point, although he later realized that there were no publications that covered punk music that printed in color. The exhibition, We’ve Got a Bigger Problem Now, offers many never-before-seen photographs, along with iconic classics of Dead Kennedys previously published over the years.

The exhibition features text from artist Shepard Fairey, musician Zack de la Rocha, and Jello Biafra himself, providing additional insight into the band's significance and influence. Friedman's work is a testament to the band's outspoken lead singer Jello Biafra’s unique voice, political satirizing, and animated performances, which made them a notable part of the punk scene.

The exhibition will take place on Monday, 16 November 2026, at Resident Music, Brighton. Tickets are with the button beside the article. Glen E. Friedman's photographs of Dead Kennedys are a significant part of punk history, and this exhibition provides a unique opportunity to see these iconic images up close.