Alessandro Pastrovicchio - Original cover art for Topolino No. 3627 Variant cover Etna comics - Battiato's album cover tribute - 2025

Alessandro Pastrovicchio - Original cover art for Topolino No. 3627 Variant cover Etna comics - Battiato's album cover tribute - 2025.

The stunning variant cover of Topolino (Mickey Mouse magazine) for Etna Comics in Catania is a magnificent tribute by artist Alessandro Pastrovicchio to one of Franco Battiato's most legendary album covers. The variant cover of Topolino features Goofy (Pippo) stepping into the shoes of the legendary singer-songwriter Franco Battiato, faithfully recreating the iconic pose from the album artwork of "La voce del padrone".

Art and Style Highlights:

• The Protagonist: Goofy perfectly embodies Battiato's unmistakable silhouette, complete with his signature posture and look.
• The Background: Alessandro Pastrovicchio meticulously redesigned the exact checkerboard pattern and color palette of the 1981 original vinyl cover.
• The Text: The classic Topolino branding adapts to match the minimalist typography and placement used on Battiato's masterpiece.
• The Location Connection: Choosing this specific album for Catania's Etna Comics is highly symbolic, as the tracks celebrate Sicilian culture and landscapes.