Album covers can define a band or artist almost as much as the music itself. Sure, the sounds are certainly the most essential element, but you can't ignore the role of cover art in making a brilliant album
Originally a protective cover for the fragile goods below, the album sleeve soon evolved into an area of artistic expression in its own right. Strong album covers make a statement, entice the listener, create a first impression but with the rise of digital music, the great art of the record sleeve is under threat.
We want to celebrate the best in album design so you can put this great art on your wall as well as in your record collection. Our collection includes some of the most iconic and memorable covers ever made including a fantastic selection of Storm Thorgerson classics and alternative versions.
Famed shot for The Jimi Hendrix Experience's 'Electric Ladyland' gatefold double album cover taken at Karl Ferris's London studio
Halo portrait of Jimi Hendrix taken during the 'Are You Experienced' photo sessions in London, 1967
Jimi Hendrix shot at Karl Ferris's Hampstead studio in London, 1967
The Jimi Hendrix Experience 'Tripping' poster shot taken in Hampstead, London in 1967
Terry Pastor photographed & hand coloured the album artwork for Bowie's Spiders from Mars album.
Terry Pastor's photograph of David Bowie from the 'Hunky Dory' album cover photo session.
Photographer Terry Pastor shot & hand coloured the photo artwork for Bowie's Hunky Dory album.
Photographer Terry Pastor's 'pink' variation of Bowie from the Hunky Dory album cover photo session.
This hand coloured print is based on a photograph by Terry Pastor from the Hunky Dory photo session.
Debbie Harry captured backstage at a Blondie gig in Phildelphia in 1978
Bob Dylan taken in Italy during a press conference for the launch of his 1984 European Tour
Inner sleeve artwork for Pink Floyd's album Wish You Were Here by Storm Thorgerson
Paul Weller onstage with The Jam at the Rainbow Theatre, London in 1979
Queen are a British rock band credited with making significant contributions to such genres as hard rock & heavy metal, among others.
David Bowie was a leading figure in popular music for over five decades & regarded by critics & musicians as a true innovator.
Bruce Springsteen (Nicknamed "The Boss") is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and humanitarian.
Paul Weller is an English singer, songwriter and musician. Weller achieved fame with the punk rock/new wave/mod revival band The Jam.
This print collection by Jill Furmanovsky contains images of Oasis on-the-road, onstage and recording in the studio during their zenith.
For eight years photographer Brian Duffy worked with David Bowie and shot his most iconic and enduring images. View his fantastic collection
Our contact sheet collection is a rare opportunity to look back at the hidden moments surrounding some of rocks most iconic images.
Curated collection of authentic, signed limited edition fine art prints by legendary rock music photographer, Mck Rock
