Lenses & Lyrics - A Photography and Music Podcast

Stories of photographers who capture music — and once played it. Lenses & Lyrics explores the unique connection between music and photography. Hosted by Scott Wyden Kivowitz, the podcast features conversations with photographers who are or were musicians, sharing how their passion for music shaped their photographic journey. From capturing bands on stage to behind-the-scenes moments, guests reveal the stories behind the images — and the soundtrack that inspired them. Musicians will also join the conversation, offering their perspective on the photographers who documented their careers. Whether in the pit or on the stage, Lenses & Lyrics brings to light the crossover between sound and image, where every frame tells a story. This is Lenses & Lyrics. The crossover stories of music and photography.

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From Hardcore Bands to Wedding Films with Jason McCutchen

Find out what happens when punk rock and hardcore meets the world of cinematic wedding filmmaking. Take a journey from sleeping on hoarder house beds while on tour, to crafting emotionally resonant wedding films. Where music, nostalgia, and artistry collide. Jason McCutchen is a wedding filmmaker based out of Boston Massachusetts, who currently owns three making brands, Merriment films, Stopgolove, and Huxley Film as well as an educator and podcaster at the YouTube channel Wedding Film School. J...

Aug 06, 2025•44 min•Ep. 6

Listening Versus Hearing and Looking Versus Seeing with Rick Sammon

Ever wonder how the rhythm of music can shape a photographer’s vision? On this episode, a renowned photographer and lifelong musician shares how his creative paths have always been intertwined, revealing lessons and stories that just might change how you see (and hear) the world. Rick Sammon, a photographer, musician, author of 43 books, and educator, joins me to explore the profound connections between music and photography. From dreaming of jamming with Santana to studying composition at Berkl...

Jul 30, 2025•35 min•Ep. 5

Zac Wolf’s Journey From Punk & Hardcore Shows to Weddings

What happens when the worlds of photography and hardcore music collide? On this episode, you'll get an inside look at how a love for live music turned into a thriving photography career—and the unconventional journey that led Zac Wolf from basement shows to wedding aisles. Meet Zac Wolf, a photographer who found his creative roots capturing the energy of the Boston hardcore scene before making a name for himself in the world of weddings. This is a preview of Scott's conversation with Zac Wolf, o...

May 09, 2025•14 min•Ep. 4

Photographs and Power Chords - The Creative Path of David Scott Bowles

In this episode of Lenses and Lyrics, our host speaks with David Scott Bowles, a seasoned photographer and musician, about his journey in the music industry and how it has shaped his career in photography. David shares stories from his time in various bands, his son’s budding musical career, memorable performances, and the creative transition to photography. He also discusses the influence of music on his current work, the connection between stage performance and camera presence, and the unique ...

Apr 14, 2025•28 min•Ep. 3

From Broken Strings to Backup Solutions

In this episode of Lenses & Lyrics , Scott shares a personal story of improvisation when a string popped during a show, highlighting the importance of preparedness. From the pitfalls of early music performance to the critical lessons learned in photography, Scott dives deep into the art of backing up your life—both musically and photographically. Feel the tension between analog and digital transitions and learn why redundancy is your silent hero. “Redundancy is important. Backups are importa...

Apr 02, 2025•6 min•Ep. 2

Discovering Musical and Photographic Connections in Unexpected Places

Embark on a nostalgic journey through the intertwined world of music and photography with host Scott Wyden Kivowitz, in the debut episode of Lenses & Lyrics . Discover how a clarinet's melody paved the way to capturing powerful photographic images, as Scott reminisces about his vibrant past as a musician and band photographer. "I love music. I love photography... it is one thing that has kept me connected to my roots." In This Episode: Scott's unexpected start with the clarinet and his ambit...

Mar 06, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1

Welcome to Lenses & Lyrics

Welcome to Lenses & Lyrics, where music and photography collide, and every frame tells a story. I'm Scott Wyden Kivowitz, your host, a father, a husband, a photographer, and podcaster and musician. This podcast dives into the crossover world of photographers who are or were musicians. Those whose passion for sound influenced the way they see through the lens. We'll hear from photographers who started out in bands before photographing bands. And those who continue to blend both crafts. We'll ...

Mar 06, 2025•1 min

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