Following the success of Jazz Covers, this epic volume uncovers over 500 legendary covers from a golden age of black music. Psychedelia meets Black Power, sexual liberation meets social consciousness, and urban portraiture meets fantastic cartoons in this brilliant anthology of liberating funk and soul. Bringing together both classic and rare covers, the collection celebrates the ability of each artwork to capture not just a buyer's interest, but an entire musical atmosphere. Browse and discover the wonderful, bold, bizarre, and beautifully shaped designs that fans rushed to acquire, as great artists like Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Curtis Mayfield, Michael Jackson, and Prince changed the world with their unique and unforgettable sounds. Includes interviews with key industry figures and provides cultural context and design analysis for many of the selected album covers.

Pages: 432, Year of Publication: 0131, Dimensions: 29.3x29.3cm