Although they might look like golf clubs or microphone stands, the objects on the cover are actually piano hammers. There's also a nice animation here, and FAQ about pianos here.
The different regions of the world have different colour covers:
- UK - Green
- US - White
- Europe - Black
- International - Brown
- Japan - Blue
This artwork was designed by Alex Lake, who has produced a lot of the artwork for Keane, and been at countless gigs doing photos. (So, now you know who was the responsable for the `Hopes and Fears´ CD: Alex Lake. Post dedicated to him soon on Kma!)
What fonts have been used on Keane artwork?
For Under The Iron Sea, a font was designed especially for Keane. Click here to download a fan version of the font (upper case only). Click here to download another fan version of the font (thank to Allan in Guatemala!).
What are the 'simple thing' aliens in the Somewhere Only We Know video?
The 'simple thing' aliens were created by the video director Corin Hardy, but were based upon the 'kodamas' from the anime film "Princess Mononoke" - see here for apicture of the origials!
"Q: What is Kodama, the white little creature?
Kodama means "echo" (its literal meaning is a "tree spirit"). However, since its name is written in Katakana, not in Kanji, it could also mean "small ball" or "small spirit". They (there are many, in various sizes and shapes) are a kind of spirit who live in the forest. Although Kodama (a tree spirit) appears in many Japanese folktales, Kodama as a little white creature is Miyazaki's creation."
Where can I get posters?
