David Corio

David Corio (b.1960, London) is a British photographer internationally recognised for his iconic music photography spanning Reggae, R&B, Hip-Hop, Afrobeats and Rock. Beginning his career in 1978, Corio documented a transformative era in global music culture, contributing to publications including Rolling Stone and The New York Times. The publication The Black Chord (1999, reissued 2024) remains a landmark celebration of Black music, cementing Corio’s position within contemporary music photography.

Exhibited internationally across Europe, North America and Asia, Corio’s work forms part of significant public and private collections.

Limited edition photographic prints are available through Elliott Gallery.

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Digital Exhibition: Fans and Clubbers

Past Exhibition: Framing the Beat