Earlier this week, the passing of the stuntman who was the “burning man” on Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” album trended all over the Internets. And why not? It was an iconic album cover and if you were a rocker back in the day, you probably owned the record (you kids call that “vinyl”).
But that got me thinking, “sure this is newsworthy and even relevant to me, a Gen X rocker, but why is this particular happening trending when there’s so much else going on?”
So I did a little digging to see how some of the other iconic album covers are doing. What you’re about to read may shock you.
Does anyone know what happened to the nurse? Do you even care that she was fired for not learning the Covid dance routine?
Few know that Bruce Springsteen’s ass ended up working at a gas station in Edison, New Jersey.
The Naked Guy on Rush’s “Hemispheres” tragically died from Pneumonia on a publicity tour in Alberta. Ironically, Suit Guy had a successful second career as a Chippendale’s dancer. Crazy how life turns out.
And who could forget Iron Maiden’s very own Eddie? You, apparently. Despite pursuing many vocations on many Maiden album covers, he ended up destitute after blowing his residuals on iDeath, a dotcom startup in 2000.
We don’t discuss this one in polite company.
This guy? He got Lasik and says it’s the best thing he’s ever done for himself. The headaches are all gone.
Album covers used to be so cool. Rush’s were almost all designed by a gentleman named Hugh Syme., IIRC.
The Eddie ones were always unique.
Album art should make a comeback. LPs and Vinyl are on getting big again.
Yes! Remember the joy of bringing a new record home and studying the cover and liner notes for hours?
I miss great album art. My sister had a fav album theme day at work and she brought her Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album. People were fascinated by it and wanted to buy it. It’s a work of art. Gordon,I watched you standup video and you did a great job. Keep at it and enjoy doing something that you love.
Thank you so much Lynne! I count this as 1. my first fan mail 2. one of the nicest things anyone has ever told me. I love Goodbye Yellow Brick road. The whole album is a masterpiece.
Gordon,I am honored to be your 1st fan mail. I loved your Paul Carrack Sunday Jams. One of my 3 favorite Paul’s (Mc Cartney and Rodgers) I jumped for joy. Such an underrated artist. You have great taste. I always enjoy your memes. It was so great that Michael and Jake let you open the show. They are great guys. How thrilling for you and you handled it like a pro. Keep all of your great work coming on the only website that matters and keep doing what makes you happy.
Thank you Lynne. I shall make it my mission to keep you entertained!