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Alan Aldridge

Born July 8, 1938 · London, England, UK

Died February 17, 2017 · aged 78

British artist, graphic designer and illustrator best known for his psychedelic artwork made for books and record covers by The Beatles and The Who.

Known For

The Wind in the WillowsThe Wind in the Willows · 1983
The Wind in the Willows
★ 6.21983
MovieAnimationDrama
The Irresponsible Toad is in a mess and needs help from his friends try and save Toad Hall.
The Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's FeastThe Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast · 1974
The Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast
★ 3.01974
MovieAnimationMusic
A project assembled to musically support William Plomer's (1903-73) book of poems called 'The Butterfly Ball and Grasshoppers Feast'; in which Alan Aldridge had provided the illustrations. British Lion had secured the rights, and commissioned Glover, through Tony Edwards (the Deep Purple manager), to add the musical dimension that it required if it were to be made into a 26-part animated cartoon series, suitable for TV. (Discogs) This is the music video for the song Love Is All, performed by Ronnie James Dio.
FaeriesFaeries · 1981
Faeries
★ 5.61981
MovieAnimationFantasy
The king of the faeries sends for a young hunter after his shadow escapes and threatens his kingdom.
The Butterfly BallThe Butterfly Ball · 1977
The Butterfly Ball
★ 4.01977
MovieMusicAnimation
Roger Glover puts on a star-studded concert at the Royal Albert Hall for his concept album "The Butterfly Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast".

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