The intersection of music and automotive culture has produced some of the most memorable album artwork in history. From classic American muscle to European luxury, these vehicular choices often reflect an artist's personality, the album's theme, or simply capture the zeitgeist of an era.
Let's explore 10 iconic cars that have left their mark on music history through album covers.
Kendrick Lamar - GNX:
- Featured car: Buick Regal GNX
- Known for being faster than a Ferrari F40 in its day
The Cars - Heartbeat City:
- Featured car: Plymouth Duster 340
The Black Keys - El Camino:
- Featured car: Chrysler Town & Country
- Interestingly named after a different car model
Oasis - Be Here Now:
- Featured car: Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Nickelback - All the Right Reasons:
- Featured car: 1958 Ford Thunderbird
Peter Gabriel - Peter Gabriel:
- Featured car: Lancia 2000
Frank Ocean - Nostalgia, Ultra:
- Featured car: BMW E30 M3
ZZ Top - Eliminator:
- Featured car: 1933 Ford Coupe
Smash Mouth - Fush Yu Mang:
- Featured car: 1962 Ford Falcon Squire
The Grogans - How Would You Know and Washed Out/Ride:
- Featured car: Holden Kingswood
These automotive album covers demonstrate the enduring connection between cars and music, reflecting artists' personal tastes and the cultural significance of certain vehicles.
From classic American muscle cars to European luxury sedans, the diversity of featured vehicles highlights the broad appeal and influence of automotive culture in the music industry.
