David Edward Byrd
David Edward Byrd | |
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Byrd in 2005, taken by Don Saban | |
| Born | April 4, 1941 Cleveland, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | February 3, 2025 (aged 83) Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Education | Carnegie Mellon University |
| Known for | Graphic design Painting Poster art |
| Movement | Post-Modern Decorative Arts |
| Spouse | Jolino Beserra |
| Awards | Grammy Award |
David Edward Byrd (April 4, 1941 – February 3, 2025) was an American graphic artist, designer, illustrator, and painter. Many of his designs are considered to have helped to define the look of rock and roll music, starting in the 1960s. He was best known for his poster designs, which included rock posters for Fillmore East and Broadway theatre posters. Byrd's poster for the Broadway play Godspell is among his most famous works.