Revolutions per Minute: The Evolution of the Record

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Revolutions per Minute: The Evolution of the Record
New exhibition illustrates the history of records and album cover artwork

SAN FRANCISCO -- For decades, twelve-inch vinyl records encased in colorful, cardboard jackets prevailed as the standard in recorded music. In the present age of downloading music via the Internet, it seems hard to believe that these large, black discs continued to grace store shelves until the 1980s before being supplanted by the compact disc. This exhibition traces the evolution of the record, showcasing a variety of album covers, records, and record players — from wind-up phonographs and portable 45 players to picture discs and colored vinyl. A selection of cover art from various musical genres is also highlighted, including the work of designers and artists Jim Flora, Reid Miles, and Andy Warhol.

Images from the exhibition are available for download at: http://www.flysfo.com/web/page/sfo_museum/about/press_images/exh-vinyl.html

Revolutions per Minute: The Evolution of the Recordis located beyond security screening in Terminal 2, Departures Level, San Francisco International Airport. The exhibition is on view to Terminal 2 ticketed passengers from October 8, 2011 to March 12, 2012. There is no charge to view the exhibition.

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