The Still-Cool Classic Covers

Steve Miller Band: The...

Pre-1990 photo album covers that hold up as emblems of great visual art -- and music.

By American Photo Staff and Contributors Posted October 15, 2008

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Steve Miller Band: The Joker (1973) Here we have an enigmatic and somewhat scary portrait of The Space Cowboy, The Gangster of Love, or Maurice (take your pick) -- each references to some of Miller's earlier personas. The album marked a turning point in the bandleader's career, a move away from his blues roots toward a more commercial, poppy sound. Rock photographer Norman Seeff created the image based on Miller's many-faceted personality. -- JH

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