Last week, Billboard released its updated list of the 50 greatest album covers of all time. In the introduction to the list, the editors of Billboard wrote, "Sure, the sounds are certainly the most essential element, but you can’t ignore the role of cover art in making a brilliant album."

Album covers have taken different forms over the years, whether the full-size LP format, a cassette insert, the CD jewel-case booklet or the graphic tile that accompanies an MP3. In all instances, however, it's the stunning photo, original illustration, thought-provoking collage or other artwork that gets our attention and helps set the mood for the music within. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from albums featured on Billboard's list of the 50 greatest album covers of all time?

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Songs played:
Lizzo - Truth Hurts
David Bowie - Panic In Detroit
Hole - Violet
The Rolling Stones - Dead Flowers
The Clash - London Calling
Joy Division - She's Lost Control