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On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment magazine in the UK“, from the remarkable collection of Steve Goldman comes this new book, The Art Of The Bizarre Vinyl Sleeve, containing the best of the worst as it were!
For music enthusiasts and art aficionados alike, The Art Of The Bizarre Vinyl Sleeve from Stephen Goldman and Simon Robinson stands as an exceptional Christmas gift that unveils the captivating world of eccentric album covers.
This visually stunning and informative book delves into the realm of bizarre and thought-provoking album art, providing a unique perspective on the power of music to inspire creativity and challenge perceptions.
The book spans decades of music history, exploring the evolution of album cover design across various genres, from psychedelic rock and heavy metal to experimental and electronic music. This comprehensive exploration showcases the diverse approaches and inspirations behind these captivating creations.
Stephen’s archive of album covers first surfaced at an exhibition in Huddersfield in 2021 where it quickly picked up coverage from all the major media and local news channels, giving people a much needed smile following the pandemic. It was clear that he had tapped into something special.
Simon Robinson delves into the fascinating stories behind each album cover, revealing the creative processes, inspirations, and challenges faced by the artists who brought these visions to life. These insights offer a deeper appreciation for the artistic genius and cultural significance of these works.
Easy On The Eye decided that while these covers are strange for any number of reasons, so this book aims to tackle the subject properly, with input from Steve, some of the artists, collectors and designers, to find out what really happened.
Simon Robinson, who has produced many sleeve designs himself (happily none of which feature here!) and researched the subject for many years, has written the text.
The Art Of The Bizarre Vinyl Sleeve from Stephen Goldman and Simon Robinson is a captivating gift that will appeal to music enthusiasts, art lovers, and those with a passion for the unconventional. It unveils a world of creativity, symbolism, and cultural significance, making it a truly unique and memorable Christmas present.
How did Steve start out on this largely undocumented area of vinyl collecting?
About 40 years ago as a teenager I bought an album called Roadstar by the unremembered Peter Rabbitt, just because it had such a strange cover. I lost it later and had never been able to find another copy.
-Steve Goldman
Today with the internet he was able to replace this lost gem and in doing so felt he had found his vocation. His journey into charity shops, car boot sales and the internet began in earnest, and continues.
Steve organises regular exhibitions, with venues booked into 2025 (details on the Easy On The Eye website), and continues to add gems to his collection.
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