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# Classic Album Kitten Takeovers
The Kitten Covers Feature Photo-Shopped Kittens as Rock Stars

By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-02-13 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kitten-covers
References: [sadanduseless](http://www.sadanduseless.com/2013/02/kitten-covers/) & [thekittencovers.tumblr](http://thekittencovers.tumblr.com/)

These photo-shopped [classic album](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albumcover-ai) takeovers of [rock star kittens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garbage-pail-kids-2) might just make your day. The side-splitting images come from The Kitten Covers blog. Superstars like The Beatles, Michael Jackson, The Doors, AC/DC, Metallica, Queen, Pink Floyd, The Stooges and Kiss are all immortalized as super cute kittens.

From the expressive and excited kitten on Michael Jackson's classic 'Off the Wall' album to the badass-looking baby cats on AC/DC's 'Highway to Hell' classic -- these are kittens you wouldn't want to mess with! These are one of the latest examples of the [Internet's obsession with kittens and cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamies-treats) and their seemingly endless cuteness. Perhaps these latest images from The Kitten Covers blog will inspire cat-lovers to create their own re-creations of cat takeover albums.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.4/10
- Popularity: 68% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Photo-shopped Kitten Takeovers:** Opportunity for novelty merchandise featuring classic album covers with kittens as the rock stars.
- **Internet Obsession with Kittens:** Opportunity for pet food, toy, and accessory brands to capitalize on the widespread love of cats and kittens.
- **User-generated Content:** Opportunity for social media platforms to offer tools for users to create their own fun and engaging content featuring pets.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Merchandising:** Classic album merchandise with a twist, featuring kittens as the rock stars, appeals to cat and music lovers alike.
- **Pet Industry:** The widespread interest in cats and kittens presents opportunities for pet food, toy, and accessory brands to create engaging products for cat owners.
- **Social Media:** Pet-related content is highly shareable on social media platforms, making this a great opportunity for platforms to increase engagement and expand their user base.

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