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Showcasing the mastermind behind some of the most iconic rave flyers and record covers of the late eighties and early nineties, Junior Tomlin: Flyer & Cover Art is a comprehensive insight into Junior's incredible back catalogue. Intrinsic to the spread of rave culture in pre-internet days was the dissemination of flyers, giving ravers information on where and when promoters would be organising parties. To stand out from the competition events needed to have distinctive flyer artwork and Junior's visionary capabilities led to a long-running career as a flyer artist. His often surreal imagery earned him the title 'The Salvador Dali of rave'. 30 years since he designed his first flyer, this book documents his work, with commentary and draft sketches provided by Junior himself. Chronicling the work of a pioneering artist whose art was part of the visual identity of early rave culture, Junior Tomlin: Flyer & Cover Art marks a critical time in British history. In a time where division and c

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His record sleeves are classic examples of a hugely important artform now sadly deceased in the digital age. Danny Briottet (Renegade Soundwave)

His record sleeves are classic examples of a hugely important artform now sadly deceased in the digital age. -- Danny Briottet (Renegade Soundwave)

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Junior Tomlin was born and raised in Ladbroke Grove, west London. He excelled in art from an early age, copying comic books with precision and flair, also creating accurate copies as gifts for school friends. Renowned for his stunning flyer and record cover art, mostly produced during the golden era of rave culture, Junior's visionary work combines influences from sci-fi, surrealism, fantasy, futurism and comics. The result is a collection of artwork that defined an era and earned him the title 'The Salvador Dali of Rave'.

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