7 Musicians Who Teamed Up With Artists

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They say, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but what about album cover art? Musicians often pour as much of themselves into cover images as they do into their lyrics. We’ll peek at classic covers that make us want to hear more. Let’s check it out!

Why Is Album Cover Art Important?

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David Bowie

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David Byrne

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Grateful Dead

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Marvin Gaye

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Michael Stipe (R.E.M.)

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Carlos Santana

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The Rolling Stones

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7 Musicians Who Teamed Up With Artists

to Create Album Cover Art

They say, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but what about album cover art? Musicians often pour as much of themselves into cover images as they do into their lyrics. We’ll peek at classic covers that make us want to hear more. Let’s check it out!

Why Is Album Cover Art Important?

Why Is Album Cover Art Important?

Swipe Up For New Outlaw Artists You'll Love!

Swipe Up For New Outlaw Artists You'll Love!

David Bowie

David Bowie

About the Artist: David Bowie was an English singer-songwriter and actor whose alter ego was the androgynous Ziggy Stardust. He’s well-known for his innovative work in pop music, using electric styles and experimenting with industrial and jungle sounds.

David Byrne

David Byrne

Grateful Dead

Grateful Dead

About the Artist: What’s the best way to describe the Grateful Dead? Their sound was an eclectic style of various genres, with a touch of world music and a lot of psychedelia all rolled up together. Only a true “Deadhead” could express how the music spoke to them.

Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye

About the Artist: Marvin Gaye was a singer-songwriter who helped shape Motown’s sound in the 1960s. His deep, rich tones bring an unforgettable sex appeal to his songs, including the number one hit, Let’s Get it On.

Michael Stipe (R.E.M.)

Michael Stipe (R.E.M.)

About the Artist: Michael Stipe is best known as the lead singer of the alternative rock group R.E.M. His career includes film and television projects, as well as political activism.

Carlos Santana

Carlos Santana

About the Artist: Carlos Santana is best known for blending rock and Latin American jazz in his band, Santana. For decades, his signature guitar sounds transcend musical genres as well as generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries.

The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones

About the Artist: The Rolling Stones is an active English rock band, still going strong since 1962. Their music pioneered the harsh undercurrents of hard rock.

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