1 album cover in our archive
Blur is featured in Behind the Covers' archive with 1 album cover from the 1990s. Released on Food Records, the artwork sits in the alternative tradition. Each cover is documented in our archive with design notes covering photography, britpop, working class, iconic, found image, sports. Below you'll find the full story behind each Blur cover — designers, photographers, label history, and the visual choices that defined the release.
The iconic greyhound racing image came from a sports photo library, shot by Bob Thomas at Romford Stadium in 1988. Designer Rob O'Connor sourced it after Blur explored London's working-class culture through betting shop imagery.
