Each year the Secret 7ā auction sees renowned and emerging artists design record sleeves for one of seven selected tracks. These are shown in an exhibition and auctioned for charity, the twist being that the identity of each sleeveās designer remains secret until the record is purchased. Since 2012, this formula has provided plenty of fuel for educated guesses and debates among fans, with some artistsā handiwork more obviously distinctive than others, and has delivered more than a few surprises to lucky buyers.Ā
Each artist created a unique artwork for their choice of this yearās seven tracks, which include Aretha FranklināsĀ One Step Ahead,Ā Foo FightersāĀ This is a Call,Ā and Miles DavisāĀ Miles Runs the Voodoo Down.
The auction took place on 1 November with proceeds going to Help Refugees, and taking place on eBay,Ā in support of the charity initiative. The free exhibition opened at Now Gallery on Greenwich Peninsula from 14 October ā 1 November 2020.
Sleeve artwork for "Harmony Hall" by Vampire Weekend
Sleeve artwork for "Toast" by Koffee
