The Sugarhill Gang logo and album art
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8th Wonder (1981) album cover. The title is added in Coronet, with the 8 from Algerian. Design by Hemu Ghia Aggarwal. [More info on Discogs]
The Sugarhill Gang’s second album, 8th Wonder, was released in 1981. It introduced a logo – which would continue to be seen on future single, album releases and publicity material.
The logo consists of the Algerian typeface and makes use of a custom elongated T as well as alternates for A, H, N and S.
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Livin’ in the Fast Lane (1984) album cover. The title is in ITC Souvenir Bold Italic. Design by Hemu Ghia Aggarwal. [More info on Discogs]
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Press photo by Anthony Barboza
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German sleeve for the “Apache” 12″ single b/w “Showdown”. Titles use Franklin Gothic, with Helvetica for the runtime. The sticker (“SUPER SOUND SINGLE”) is in Plaza Ultra with its descending alternate S and G. [More info on Discogs]
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