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Post-1990 album covers that rock on into the 21st century.

By American Photo Staff and Contributors Posted October 15, 2008

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Sigur Ros: Med Sud I Eyrum Vid Spilum Endalaust (2008) The English translation of this title is With a Buzz in Our Ears We Play Endlessly -- and who wouldn't? To reflect the album's playful spirit, the band used an image by art photographer Ryan McGinley, which initially got more attention than the music. The shot -- which McGinley used to promote his show I Know Where the Summer Goes -- arrived in the e-mail inbox of singer Jon Por Birgisson just as the band was looking for a cover. -- JC

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