Thursday, June 19, 2008

Science Fiction.

Although it's far less common than horror and epic fantasy, science fictional themes also appear in heavy metal album art. Derek Riggs did this most effectively for Iron Maiden and their Somewhere In Time album, drawing heavily upon Blade Runner and The Terminator for inspiration.

Iron Maiden Somewhere In Time

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Wasted Years

Here are some other examples of sci fi art from different bands. Click here to view the complete set.

Black Sabbath Technical Ecstasy Voivod The Outer Limits

Hawkwind Hall of the Mountain Grill Monster Magnet 25 Tab

Fightstar One Day Son Steve Vai The Ultra Zone

Blue Oyster Cult ET Live

Blue Oyster Cult Club Ninja


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