The cover is important, I have bought many recordings with no knowledge of the music within because of the cover. If the cover is unique and creative, showing a certain "flair", I assume that the music will be also. (Howbeit, I have been wrong many times! You can't judge a recording by it's cover. ;D

Think of the cover as your easel. It is yours to do what you will. Dare to be boldly original. Let the artistry that created the music shine in the creation of the cover!

khandu