A couple of weeks ago, the news was known that The National Academy of Arts and Sciences of the Recording He adjusted the rules of the Grammy awards next year. This initiative included the creation of New independent categoriesamong which are the Best album cover. Previously, this was recognized through the nomination for better recording packaging, being Brat The winner of this.
However, as confirmed by the Director General of the Academy, Harvey Mason JR.in a statement, this category, beyond the cover, covers the identity around its concept, something that the Charli XCX project more complied with. “The highest priority of the academy is to represent the music professionals we serve every year. That implies listening carefully to our members to ensure that our rules and guidelines reflect today’s music and allow us to recognize as many creators deserving as possible“The director added.
However, this new category will reward the artistic creators of the covers which after all help build a conceptual imaginary around the project. In fact, this news came shortly after the publication of the cover of the next album of Sabrina Carpenter, Man’s Best Friend; A controversial but effective image that will collect the narrative line of its next songs.
Sabrina Carpenter in ‘Man’s Best Friend’
Sabrina Carpenter in ‘Man’s Best Friend’
For this reason, we look back and We collect those covers of records that would have achieved a hole in this new nomination in The Grammy last year for its composition, for its game of lights or for its significance.
Hit me hard and soft Billie Eilish
The cover presents a underwater image in cold blue tones that transmits vulnerability and isolation. Billie’s floating figure contrasts with the liquid vacuum, and the blank door from which he falls, evoking a feeling of emotional suspension. The absence of typography on the cover reinforces A pure and contemplative visual approachwhere the weight falls completely on the sensations of the figure.
Eternal Sunshine of Ariana Grande
Inspired by the aesthetics of Michel Gondry’s movie, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mindthe image captures Ariana under a warm light with her head on herself. Spiriting reflexes, golden and orange tones and the symmetrical framing provide a polished and nostalgic aesthetic. Its clean design and centralized composition reinforce a sensation of visual and emotional clarity.
F-1 Trillion Post Malone
The image shows A metallic blue -stuck blue truck into a lakeas if challenging physical logic. The quiet natural environment, with motionless waters and a pale sky, contrasts radically with the surrealism of the suspended vehicle. The composition is symmetric and cleanwith a masterful use of reflex and vacuum to create a scene that is as contemplative as disturbing. His strength lies in the inexplicable and in the immediate impact of the absurdity real fact.
Djesse Vol. 4 by Jacob Collier
This cover is A color burst and psychedelic symbolism. Cosmic figures, human faces and natural elements are intertwined in An almost dreamlike illustration which remembers the art of progressive albums of the 70. Each corner is full of visual details that reward prolonged observation, achieving An exuberant, complex and expansive cover.
Orchids of Kali Uchis
Visually seductive, the cover presents Kali in a scene of Tropical fantasysurrounded by Fvoluptuous lords, water and saturated colors that evoke sensuality and vitalism. The use of soft light, a pink palette and several botanical elements create A visual enveloping and intimate environmentbetween the ethereal and the glamorous.
Cowboy Carter of Beyoncé
Beyoncé appears mounted on black and white horse, with clothing and posture they evoke Power, elegance and pride. The American western iconography cover with modern royalty aesthetics, in An austere but majestic composition. The monochromatic contrast reinforces Its classical and timeless character.
No one knows what is going to happen tomorrow of Bad Bunny
The cover presents an illustration of loose stroke and almost childish style of a hooded rider with a blue layer and wings, riding a horse. The drawing creates A deliberately raw and primitive aestheticwhich enhances its symbolic strength. The negative space dominates the background, causing the central figure to highlight with intensity. The manuscript text at the top and the firm crossed out at the bottom contribute An anonymity and spontaneity airreinforcing An enigmatic and antisthetic visual identity In the best sense.
Fireworks & Rollerblades of Benson Boone
The cover captures an electrifying moment: the young man with naked torso and light skates crossing a street at dusk. He Contrast between the warmth of the fire that springs from the wheels and the dark background creates a composition of high visual impact. The style has a nostalgic air that refers to youth films of the 80s or 90s, but with a modern and almost pictorial finish. The faint lighting, the detained movement and the symbolism implicit in fire turn the image into a powerful metaphor of Youth, emotional intensity and freedom.
