The story was always more or less the same: we wanted a cassette of our favorite band, we couldn't afford the full price, and as an alternative we got the songs from the radio. Another option was to visit the local store and buy not-so-legal copies, or compilations of various releases. Either way, we were the ones in charge of creating the art for the cassette case. Multiplied by hundreds of millions of users around the world for decades, the cassette became an unexpected and improvised canvas on which artists poured all their creativity.
Many believe that cassette designs are a lost and forgotten art, courtesy of digital formats and streaming. But the cassette has survived through independent projects, the "commercialization of nostalgia" in the style of Guardians of the Galaxy, and information shared by some enthusiasts that reveals the true audio quality of this medium. Today we're going to share images belonging to Steve Vistaunet, originally published on his Pinterest profile. Homemade and professional designs coexist without any conflict, but there you'll also find cassettes, vinyls, and lots of musical art that every enthusiast must see and breathe. Don't miss the chance to visit it. (Editor's note: remember that Pinterest requires a user account.)
The Cassette Art Gallery
