Concert Photography

Simple Plan Concert Photography by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Simple Plan, the band featured in the Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen movie “New York Minute.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

With more than a decade of experience photographing Grammy award-winning artists, bands and pop music groups, Michael Aaron Gallagher has captured dynamic moments from his vantage point on stage, in the orchestra pit, amongst the crowd and backstage in the green room at concerts in the United States and Canada.

Whether the performer was playing a small venue or a large arena, his still-life documentary photographs bring the music to life in a lasting and memorable way. Here are some of the pictures he has taken as a concert photographer over the years. To send an invitation to have Michael Aaron Gallagher photograph your event, please use the contact tab in the menu above.

Pop star Justin Bieber. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Pop star, Justin Bieber. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Grammy award winning artist Drake. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Grammy award-winning artist, Drake. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Hip-hop legend Snoop Dogg. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Hip-hop legend, Snoop Dogg. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Sir Paul McCartney of the greatest rock band in music history The Beatles. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Sir Paul McCartney of the greatest rock band in music history, The Beatles. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Singer Aaron Fresh, host of the TeenNick television show "The Nightlife" greets screaming fans. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Singer Aaron Fresh, host of the TeenNick television show “The Nightlife” greets screaming fans at the 2010 Summer Jam on the Island. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Grammy award winning saxophone player, Kenny G. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Grammy award-winning saxophone player, Kenny G. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Karen Fairchild (left) and Kimberly Schlapman of the country music group, Little Big Town, known for their hits "Little White Church," "Girl Crush" and "Pontoon." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Karen Fairchild (left) and Kimberly Schlapman of the country music group, Little Big Town, known for their hits “Little White Church,” “Girl Crush” and “Pontoon.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Tommy Shaw of STYX by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Tommy Shaw of the classic rock band STYX. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Savoy Brown by Michael Aaron Gallagher

English blues rock band Savoy Brown. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

From left, Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman and Wayna Morris of the 1990's boy band Boyz II Men. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

From left, Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman and Wayna Morris of the 1990’s boy band Boyz II Men. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Crowd at Summer Jam. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Crowd at the 2010 Summer Jam on the Island. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Limp Bizkit concert equipment case by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Limp Bizkit concert equipment case. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Former Disney Channel star, Demi Lovato. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Former Disney Channel star, Demi Lovato. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Darius Rucker of Hootie and the Blowfish by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Darius Rucker of “Hootie and the Blowfish.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Charles Kelley and Hillary Scott of the country music group Lady A, known for their hit song "Need You Now." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Charles Kelley and Hillary Scott of the country music group Lady A, known for their hit song “Need You Now.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

James Young and Ricky Phillips of STYX by Michael Aaron Gallagher

James Young and Ricky Phillips of STYX. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

1990's rap star, MC Hammer, known for his hits "U Can't Touch This" and "Too Legit to Quit." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

1990’s rap star, MC Hammer, known for his hits “U Can’t Touch This” and “Too Legit to Quit.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Jessie James Decker by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Jessie James Decker. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Country Music star Tim McGraw, known for being mentioned in a Taylor Swift song and also for his acting and his hit song "I Like It, I Love It." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Country Music star Tim McGraw, known for being mentioned in a Taylor Swift song and also for his acting and his hit song “I Like It, I Love It.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Travis Clark lead singer of the band "We the Kings," which is best known for their hit song with Demi Lovato called "We'll Be a Dream." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Travis Clark, lead singer of the band “We the Kings,” which is best known for their hit song with Demi Lovato called, “We’ll Be a Dream.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Tiffany Giardina by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Tiffany Giardina (known as Stalking Gia). Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Fred Durst by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit backstage taking a picture of the crowd before his concert. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Katharine McPhee by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Katharine McPhee. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Drummer Matty B AKA Da Kurlzz of Hollywood Undead. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Drummer Matty B (AKA Da Kurlzz) of Hollywood Undead. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Gary LeVox, lead vocalist for Rascal Flatts, the country music group best known for their #1 hit song "Bless the Broken Road." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Gary LeVox, lead vocalist for Rascal Flatts, the country music group best known for their #1 hit song “Bless the Broken Road.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Lacey Sturm of Flyleaf by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Lacey Sturm, former lead singer of the band Flyleaf. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

"American Idol" star Kellie Pickler, known for her hit song "Best Days of Your Life." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

“American Idol” star Kellie Pickler, known for her hit song “Best Days of Your Life.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

British R&B singer, Iyaz. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

British R&B singer, Iyaz. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

John Popper, lead singer of Blues Traveler, whose hit songs include "Run Around" and "Hook." Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Playing the harmonica, John Popper, lead singer of Blues Traveler, whose hit songs include “Run Around” and “Hook.” Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Lights Valerie Anne Poxleitner-Bokan by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Juno Award-winning artist, Lights Valerie Anne Poxleitner-Bokan at the 1,000 Islands Music Festival in Gananoque, Ontario, Canada. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Johnny Christ of Avenged Sevenfold by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Johnny Christ of Avenged Sevenfold at K-Rockathon 15. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Douglas Brown of Safety Suit by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Douglas Brown of Safety Suit. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Jorel Decker of Hollywood Undead by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Jorel Decker of Hollywood Undead at K-Rockathon 15. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Pharrell Williams and NERD by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Pharrell Williams and NERD. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Kevin Costner and his band by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Hollywood actor, Kevin Costner plays guitar with his band. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Canadian actor Drew Seeley, who was the singing voice of Troy Bolton in "High School Musical" and played alongside Selena Gomez in "Another Cinderella Story," serenades a fan at his concert. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Canadian actor Drew Seeley, who was the singing voice of Troy Bolton in “High School Musical” and played alongside Selena Gomez in “Another Cinderella Story,” serenades a fan at his concert. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Natalie Cole by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Natalie Cole (1950-2015). Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Justin Moore plays air guitar with Roger Coleman by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Justin Moore plays air guitar with Roger Coleman. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Francis and the Lights lead singer Francis Farewell Starlite by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Francis and the Lights lead singer Francis Farewell Starlite. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

Savannah Outen by Michael Aaron Gallagher

Savannah Outen performs a Radio Disney concert at Harborfest. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.

John Hammond by Michael Aaron Gallagher

John Hammond performs at Bluesfest. Photo by Michael Aaron Gallagher.