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The Story Behind Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ Album Cover

The Story Behind the Rebelliously Angelic ‘1984’ Van Halen Album Cover

Singer Prince astride a motorcycle for his 'Purple Rain' album cover.

The Story Behind Prince’s Drama-Infused ‘Purple Rain’ Album Cover

The Story Behind the Famous ‘Queen II’ Album Cover

Kanye West's 'Graduation' album cover that features the Dropout Bear.

The Story Behind Kanye West’s Fantastical ‘Graduation’ Album Cover

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The Story Behind The Velvet Underground’s Iconic Banana Album Art

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The Story Behind the Famous ‘London Calling’ Album Cover by The Clash

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A Look Behind the Famous ‘Abbey Road’ Album Cover by The Beatles
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Behind the Album: ‘Tiny Music… Songs From The Vatican Gift Shop’ —Stone Temple Pilots

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Milk Carton Kids ’Prologue’ Foreword: A Decade On

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Rosie Rebel Goes Track-by-Track on Typhoid Rosie’s Latest, ‘Queen of Swords’

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Mamma’s Marmalade Breaks Down Its Newgrass Album ‘Rabbit Analog’ With Track-by-Track

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