Behind the Covers

historical

1 cover story in our archive

Behind the Covers' archive includes 1 album cover documented under the "historical" design theme, all from the 1980s. The cover sits within the metal tradition and features work by Iron Maiden. Each entry below includes the cover artwork, the designers and photographers behind it, and a short story about the visual choices that defined the release.

Powerslave by Iron Maiden — album cover art

Powerslave by Iron Maiden (1984)

Derek Riggs transformed Iron Maiden's mascot Eddie into a towering Egyptian pharaoh for this elaborate ancient tomb scene. The artist spent months researching hieroglyphics and Egyptian art to create what many consider the most ambitious Eddie artwork ever painted.

Label
EMI
Designer
Derek Riggs
Genre
Metal
Decade
1980s
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