Since their formation in 1999, Avenged Sevenfold have been one of the most popular metal bands in the world. They have released a total of nine studio albums and each of them have been accompanied by a unique album cover artwork. In this article, we take a closer look at the evolution of the band’s album covers and how they have evolved over the years.
Sounding the Seventh Trumpet (2001)
Avenged Sevenfold’s debut album was released in 2001 and featured a black and white image of a woman with an angel’s wings. The woman is surrounded by a dark atmosphere and the artwork was created by the band’s singer and guitarist M. Shadows. The artwork has a mysterious vibe and perfectly captures the sound of the album.
Waking the Fallen (2003)
Avenged Sevenfold’s second album was released in 2003 and featured a bright and colorful image of a screaming angel. The artwork was created by the artist Alex Pardee and has a more abstract feel than the debut album cover. The artwork perfectly captures the energy and intensity of the album. It has become one of the most iconic images in heavy metal music.
City of Evil (2005)
Avenged Sevenfold’s third album was released in 2005 and featured a detailed illustration of a city skyline. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a more dystopian feel than the previous album covers. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a blend of heavy metal and hard rock.
Avenged Sevenfold (2007)
Avenged Sevenfold’s fourth album was released in 2007 and featured a detailed illustration of a burning city. The artwork was created by Cam Rackam and has a dark and apocalyptic feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a blend of heavy metal and classic rock.
Nightmare (2010)
Avenged Sevenfold’s fifth album was released in 2010 and featured a detailed illustration of a man with a crow on his shoulder. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a dark and mysterious feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a blend of heavy metal and alternative metal.
Hail to the King (2013)
Avenged Sevenfold’s sixth album was released in 2013 and featured a detailed illustration of a man in a suit of armor. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a heavy metal feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a blend of classic metal and modern metal.
The Stage (2016)
Avenged Sevenfold’s seventh album was released in 2016 and featured a detailed illustration of a robotic figure standing on a stage. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a futuristic feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a blend of progressive metal and symphonic metal.
The Best of Avenged Sevenfold (2017)
Avenged Sevenfold’s eighth album was released in 2017 and featured a detailed illustration of a woman with an angel’s wings. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a romantic feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is a collection of the band’s greatest hits.
The Stage Deluxe (2018)
Avenged Sevenfold’s ninth album was released in 2018 and featured a detailed illustration of a robotic figure standing on a stage. The artwork was created by the artist Cam Rackam and has a futuristic feel. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the album which is an extended version of the band’s seventh album.
Conclusion
Avenged Sevenfold have released nine studio albums and each of them have been accompanied by a unique and visually stunning album cover artwork. Over the years, the artwork has evolved from dark and mysterious images to more abstract and futuristic images. The artwork perfectly captures the sound of the albums and is an important part of the band’s legacy.
