Tony Lane

Tony Lane (1945–2016) was an eminent United States figure whose career in arts left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, Tony exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.

Anthony Samuel Lane was an American graphic artist best known for his album art for various musicians and bands. He began his career as an assistant to Alexey Brodovitch at Harper's Bazaar, and became an early art director for Rolling Stone magazine. He was the designer of iconic album covers for Simon & Garfunkel, Michael Jackson (Bad), and Creedence Clearwater Revival. His cover for Carly Simon's Boys in the Trees earned him a Grammy Award. He provided art direction for major record labels Columbia, Fantasy and Elektra, and developed branding for Pacific Telesis, LaCroix Sparkling Water, Wra...

The passing of Tony Lane on 2016-01-01 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across United States and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.