5 Facts About the Cover of Miles Davis’s Cookin’

Reid Miles designed the cover. He was a key art director for Blue Note Records, known for his minimalist and modern style.

Phil Hays provided the illustration. Hays created the abstract, colorful artwork that contrasts with the album’s relaxed jazz sound.

The cover features a stylized, almost cartoonish figure. It depicts a chef cooking, tying into the album’s title and playful tone.

The design is a departure from typical Blue Note covers. Most Blue Note albums used stark photography, but Cookin’ uses a whimsical illustration.

The cover has become iconic in jazz album art. Its unique look makes it instantly recognizable among Miles Davis’s discography.