Jay-Z's 'Blueprint 3' Album Artwork Unveiled

The artwork for Jay-Z's forthcoming album 'The Blueprint 3' has been unveiled via his official website.

Showing a huge collection of white instruments thrown together, the cover is thought to represent Jay-Z's recent use of live instruments and a large backing band in live performances. Three red stripes overlay the image to complete the cover.

'The Blueprint 3' is released on September 9th and sees collaborations with Rihanna and Kanye West on tracks 'D.O.A (Death of Autotune) and 'Run This Town'.

It has also been reported that MGMT are set to appear as co-producers on the track 'Unforgiven'.