The cover art, shot by photographer and filmmaker Ravi Vora, features an image of ganavya in a serene moment, surrounded by greenery with eyes closed and hands clasped in a meditative pose. The simplicity and tranquility of the image perfectly encapsulate the introspective and ethereal nature of the music on the album. “This image captures the essence of the album – a reflection of inner peace and contemplation,” ganavya shared in a statement. “It represents a moment of stillness and connection with the universe, which is at the core of my creative process and the themes explored in the music.” The cover art serves as a visual invitation into the introspective and spiritually rich world of ganavya’s music, making it a standout among the best album covers of 2024. I wanted to create a cover that reflected that tension between control and chaos, order and disorder. The result is a collage of my drawings and paintings, digitally manipulated into a sort of psychedelic jungle. It’s a tribute to the constant growth and change that defines both the natural world and the creative process.”
“The cover for PHASOR was created by Kristi Sword,” Helado Negro (aka Roberto Carlos Lange) told us. “The artwork was created with the intention to be a visual representation of the music found on the record. The title of the album, PHASOR, is a nod to the phase relationship of two signals. The drawing consists of two lines that converge and diverge, creating a visual representation of the sound and movements found in the music. The colors and shapes in the artwork mirror the textures and tones found in the music, creating a cohesive visual and auditory experience.” The result is a captivating and immersive visual representation of the music contained within the album. “It was really important to me that the cover art represented the theme of identity and self-discovery that runs throughout the album. The mask symbolizes the idea of hiding behind a facade, of not showing your true self to the world. It was a powerful image that captured the essence of the music and the message I wanted to convey.” “Whack World” itself is a surreal audiovisual album that features 15 one-minute long songs and accompanying music videos. The cover art, created by Da Corte, features Whack in a fantastical world surrounded by whimsical characters and objects that reflect her unique style and creativity. Speaking about the collaboration, Whack said, “I just love his work, and I feel like it compliments mine so well. It’s like a match made in heaven.” The cover art perfectly encapsulates the eclectic and imaginative nature of Whack’s music, making it a standout piece in her discography.” Photographer El Hardwick captured the moment, and the band explained in an interview with The Fader that the image represents “a kind of symbiosis with nature—how the bird is always there but also always moving.” Margolin added, “I think the sculpture and the photo are both quite still, but there’s an energy to them that’s kind of hopeful and sad at the same time.”
The cover art for Moon Music perfectly captures the ethereal and dreamy quality of Coldplay’s music, with the moonbow serving as a fitting symbol for the magical and otherworldly atmosphere of the album. The image evokes a sense of wonder and mystery, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the celestial sounds of the band’s latest release. Alice Phoebe Lou, Glow
South African singer-songwriter Alice Phoebe Lou’s album Glow is a celebration of growth, transformation, and self-discovery. The cover art, featuring Lou standing amidst a field of flowers with the sun shining behind her, perfectly captures the essence of the album. The image was shot by photographer and visual artist Chris Schoonover, who perfectly captured the ethereal and dreamy quality of Lou’s music in the photograph. The warm tones and soft focus of the image evoke a sense of nostalgia and optimism, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in Lou’s world of introspection and beauty.
6. Japanese Breakfast, Jubilee
Japanese Breakfast’s album Jubilee is a vibrant and joyous celebration of life, love, and resilience. The cover art, created by artist Peter Mars, features a colorful and dynamic collage of images that perfectly encapsulate the eclectic and uplifting sound of the album. The bold colors, playful patterns, and whimsical imagery evoke a sense of wonder and excitement, inviting listeners to embark on a musical journey filled with hope and optimism. The cover art for Jubilee is a visual feast that perfectly complements the rich and diverse sonic landscape of Japanese Breakfast’s music.
But for me, that’s always a good thing. I think art should provoke a reaction, whether it’s good or bad.”
2. Arca, KICK i
Arca’s fourth studio album, KICK i, features artwork by the artist herself, Alejandra Ghersi, who has created all of her album covers to date. The cover features a close-up image of Arca’s face, with elongated, exaggerated features and a colorful, abstract background. The artwork is a reflection of Arca’s identity as a trans woman and her exploration of gender fluidity and self-expression. The bold and striking image perfectly captures the avant-garde and boundary-pushing nature of Arca’s music.
1. Mitski, Laurel Hell
Mitski’s highly anticipated sixth studio album, Laurel Hell, features a stunning cover image shot by renowned photographer and director Petra Collins. The cover depicts Mitski in a dreamy, ethereal setting, surrounded by lush greenery and soft pink flowers. The image perfectly captures the mood and themes of the album, which explores love, loss, and transformation. The cover art for Laurel Hell has received widespread acclaim for its beauty and emotional resonance, setting the tone for Mitski’s most personal and introspective work to date.
Y creo que para mí, es como prefiero tener esas conversaciones, que en algunos casos se volvieron bastante explosivas, que una imagen donde la gente dice: ‘Ella se ve bien’.”
2. Blood Incantation, Absolute Elsewhere
A primera vista, la portada del álbum Absolute Elsewhere de Blood Incantation captura no solo la atmósfera, sino la densidad y temperatura de la música, que está hirviendo. Dos pirámides se alzan en lo que parece ser un planeta estéril, rodeadas de pozos de lava, montañas, lunas crecientes y nubes moradas, el cielo estrellado brillando arriba. La hermosa obra de arte fue pintada a mano por Steve Dodd, quien, como detalla este artículo de Uproxx, ha vivido y trabajado en un pequeño pueblo de Tennessee durante sus 79 años de vida. Es un milagro que la banda haya podido contactarlo; el artista se comunica exclusivamente a través de correo postal escrito a mano. De hecho, fue la hermana de Dodd quien actuó como intermediaria entre él y el vocalista y guitarrista Paul Riedl. “Es fácil frustrarse en esta era digital de gratificación instantánea y satisfacción al hacer clic”, dijo Riedl en la entrevista. “Pero no tenemos prisa. No tenemos prisa por hacer algo impresionante.”
Riedl también habló sobre las instrucciones muy mínimas que dieron a Dodd, explicando la negativa de la banda a representar humanos en sus portadas: “Queremos tratar con algo tan lejano en el futuro que trascienda las limitaciones del mísero planeta Tierra. Y también queremos inspirar a la persona de donde sea que esté. Entonces, si un reptiliano ve nuestra portada de álbum, no será excluido, o si un humanoide ve la portada del álbum, no se sentirá intimidado al ver a un Pleiadiano. No queremos tener ningún tipo de figuras para excluir la experiencia de cualquier persona de hacia dónde los llevará este viaje de la música.” Una vez que Dodd les dio una descripción y una vista previa temprana de la obra de arte, quedaron instantáneamente satisfechos. “¿Qué dicen hoy en día?”, bromeó Riedl, “Entendió la tarea”.
1. Magdalena Bay, Imaginal Disk
En la música y videos que conforman el mundo del brillante segundo álbum de Magdalena Bay, la vocalista Mica Tenenbaum interpreta a un personaje llamado True, que está programado para una actualización de hardware a través de un disco compacto insertado en su frente. Tanto el concepto del álbum como la portada se desarrollaron a partir del título del álbum en sí. “Nos encantó Imaginal Disk para el disco y pensamos en el nombre bastante temprano en el proceso”, nos dijo el dúo en un comunicado. “Nos encantó el doble significado del disco como CD, no solo como su significado original de un disco celular de información”.
Aunque el dúo se sintió visualmente atraído por las películas de David Lynch y David Cronenberg, se inspiraron en el acto físico de mirar discos de cerca al explorar ideas para la portada del álbum. “Después de hojear Amoeba y nuestras bibliotecas de música, nos dimos cuenta de que muchas de nuestras portadas de álbum favoritas eran retratos/ imágenes impactantes de los rostros de los artistas”, continuaron. “Nos interesaba hacer algo así con un giro que fuera más allá de un retrato regular. Así que una vez que tuvimos el título, la idea de una mano insertando un disco en la cabeza de Mica parecía un siguiente paso obvio. Comenzamos a juntar bocetos y maquetas diferentes, para resolver preguntas más específicas como el ángulo del rostro, la posición de la mano, etc. Eventualmente tomamos fotos de referencia en una vieja cámara digital que la artista Maria Shatalova dio vida en su hermosa portada artística.”
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