The Judged by the Cover Podcast is all about album cover design. I will be discussing the designs of a variety of album covers, how the cover design helps tell the story of the album, and any cool facts and stories I find along the way. I believe that album art can be one of the major factors in someone listening to and buying your music, so come on a journey with me as we discover why having an album cover designer is a key to your musics success.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Judged by the Cover Podcast is all about album cover design. I will be discussing the designs of a variety of album covers, how the cover design helps tell the story of the album, and any cool facts and stories I find along the way.
Judged by the Cover is hosted by JW Creates. The show has published 36 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "What the Font? Why Typography Matters in Album Cover Art" (25 September 2026, 38 minutes), "Never Turning Back: A Conversation with Teni Rane" (28 August 2026, 84 minutes), and "New Rolling Stones!?!?!? Foreign Tongues" (24 July 2026, 36 minutes).
Judged by the Cover publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 41 minutes across 36 episodes.
Booking probability for Judged by the Cover is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Judged by the Cover requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Judged by the Cover's contact route on record: verified email.
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JW Creates hosts Judged by the Cover, a music show with 36 episodes published.
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Episode #9
What the font?! On this episode of Judged by the Cover, Josh and Phil dive into the world of fonts, typography, and album cover art. From the iconic typography of Nirvana and Weezer to the intentionally imperfect design...
Episode #8
What does it really take to build an album, and a career, as an independent artist? In this episode of Judged by the Cover, we sit down with Chattanooga singer-songwriter Teni Rane to talk about her new album, Never...
Episode #7
The Rolling Stones have released another album... and honestly, we didn't see that coming. In this episode of Judged by the Cover , Josh and Phil take a closer look at Foreign Tongues , discussing everything from its...
Episode #5
<p>This month on the Judged by the Cover podcast, Josh and Phil dive back into one of their favorite traditions, picking a random album purely based on the cover art and seeing where the music takes them.</p><p>This...
Episode #4
<p>With a new Michael Jackson movie generating buzz, we’re taking a deep dive into Michael Jackson’s Thriller, the album that changed music, MTV, and pop culture forever.</p><p>In this episode of Judged by the Cover, we...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Judged by the Cover, Josh and Phil explore the iconic album artwork for Ghost in the Machine by The Police.</p><p>Released in 1981, this record marked a turning point for the band as they began...
Episode #2
<p>For the first time ever, the Grammy Awards introduced a Best Album Cover category — and we had to break it down. In this episode of Judged by the Cover, Josh and Phil react to the 2025 Grammy Best Album Cover...
Episode #1
<p>Kick off 2026 with Josh and Phil as they recap the standout album art, physical packaging, and music moments from 2025. They debate if the song of the summer is officially dead, spotlight their favorite album covers...
Episode #6
<p>It’s the most wonderful time of the year on Judged by the Cover! In this special Christmas episode, Josh and Phil deck the halls with stories behind the most iconic Christmas movie soundtracks and their own favorite...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode of Judged by the Cover, Phil Hyland takes us on a nostalgic journey through his musical past. He shares the story behind "Reel to Real," a collection of 90s demo recordings recently brought back to...
Episode #4
<p>In this episode of Judged by the Cover, Josh and Phil dive into a new round of musical discovery—choosing albums based purely on their cover art. This time, they stumble upon the Outlaws, a band that blends southern...
Episode #3
<p>Get ready for an electrifying episode of "Judged by the Cover" as we explore the legendary comebacks of two iconic bands—AC/DC and Linkin Park. Josh and Phil dive into the history and evolution of these musical...
Episode #2
<p>Get ready to rock! In this episode of "Judged by the Cover," we explore the legendary album "Back in Black" by AC/DC. From the band's history and transition after Bon Scott's tragic death to the creation of this...
Episode #1
<p>On this episode of Judged by the Cover, Josh and Phil take a deep dive into the standout album covers, physical packaging, and unforgettable music of 2024. From the bold and cinematic artwork of Linkin Park’s From...
Episode #8
<p>Christmas music holds a special place in the hearts of so many. For an artist, releasing a Christmas album comes with its own unique pressures—but it can also become a defining moment, etching their music into the...
Judged by the Cover
<p>It was way past time to refresh our podcast trailer! This year has been incredible for Judged by the Cover, especially with the energy Phil Hyland has brought to the show since joining. Together, we’ve explored...
Episode #7
<p>The guys are back! After a few months away, Judged by the Cover returns with more deep dives into the fascinating world of album art and music discovery. In this episode, we explore Crashing Dream by Rain Parade, a...
Episode #6
<p>In this special episode of the Judged by the Cover podcast, we invite five music/entertainment industry professionals to put their expertise to the test. Join us as our guests blind judge a selection of album covers...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode of the Judged by the Cover podcast, hosts Josh and Phil dive into the world of Pink Floyd's legendary Dark Side of the Moon. With an iconic album cover like this, there is a lot to talk about. Josh...
Episode #4
<p>To celebrate Record Store Day 2024 the guys stop in at Retro Vinyl Records, in Chattanooga, to hang out with Scott and talk all things music, vinyl records and album covers. We got a bonus interview with Scotts...
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