Album Covers from 1984

8 cover stories

The album artwork released in 1984 — explore the designers, photographers, and visual ideas behind every cover.

All album covers from 1984

Frequently asked questions

What are the most iconic album covers from 1984?
Notable covers featured on Behind the Covers include Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen, Treasure by Cocteau Twins, Powerslave by Iron Maiden, Stop Making Sense by Talking Heads, and Hatful of Hollow by The Smiths.
How many album covers from 1984 does Behind the Covers feature?
Behind the Covers features 8 album cover stories from 1984, with cover art by designers including Minutemen / Raymond Pettibon, 23 Envelope, and Derek Riggs.