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Deep dives into the iconic album covers from the golden era of Southern hip-hop.

The First Z-Ro Album That Cracked the Billboard Top 100

April 11, 2026

Z-Ro vs. The World, released in 2000, was Z-Ro's second studio album and the first of his career to chart on Billboard — hitting #90 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

Every Pen & Pixel Interview We Could Find

March 5, 2026

A roundup of every interview, documentary, and podcast featuring Pen & Pixel founders Shawn and Aaron Brauch — the designers behind 19,000+ Southern rap album covers.

Three 6 Mafia & Hypnotize Minds Covers

November 6, 2025

Exploring how Pen & Pixel Graphics captured the dark, menacing aesthetic of Memphis rap through their iconic album covers for Three 6 Mafia and Hypnotize Minds.

DJ Screw Album Covers by Pen & Pixel

November 6, 2025

Exploring the legendary album covers Pen & Pixel created for Houston's DJ Screw and the Screwed Up Click, featuring their signature chrome effects and maximalist designs that defined the chopped and screwed era.

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