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EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 31 MIN

Humble Pie--Humble Pie | The Story Behind the Album Cover Art

from Album Art-The Stories Behind Music's Iconic Album Covers · host Charlie and Adam Yoe

Send us Fan MailA scandalous Victorian ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley ends up on the cover of a 1970 blues-rock album by Humble Pie. How did an erotic illustration created for **Oscar Wilde’s Salomé—once deemed too grotesque for polite society—become the visual skin for one of the band’s loudest, grittiest records? And was it artistic rebellion, inspired symbolism, or just a clever bit of budget-friendly art direction? We can tell you and will. Grab a copy and listen along with us. Questions, comments, recommendations? We’d love to hear from you at [email protected].

Send us Fan Mail A scandalous Victorian ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley ends up on the cover of a 1970 blues-rock album by Humble Pie. How did an erotic illustration created for **Oscar Wilde’s Salomé—once deemed too grotesque for polite society—become the visual skin for one of the band’s loudest, grittiest records? And was it artistic rebellion, inspired symbolism, or just a clever bit of budget-friendly art direction? We can tell you and will. Grab a copy and listen along with us. Question...

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Send us Fan MailA scandalous Victorian ink drawing by Aubrey Beardsley ends up on the cover of a 1970 blues-rock album by Humble Pie. How did an erotic illustration created for **Oscar Wilde’s Salomé—once deemed too grotesque for polite...

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