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You know, the funniest thing about the music business is that its never, ever, really just been about the
music; and the digital revolution
and whoever that tells you that it is, is a goddam liar. While the purists might argue, the fact of the
matter is that image always has been, and always will be, a huge part of any musicians success or lack
thereof. And whereas most
remember,
As a musician don't fall into the trap of naively believing that your only focus as an artist should be
placed on the music. Whether you're Naively fall into the trap of naively believing just because
you've worked your behinds off in in the Cold StoneAlbum art does more than just convey the name of
your band and title of your CD---it sells your music to your target audience. Whether at a merchandise
booth at a show or through a digital marketplace, your album art can catch the eye and imagination of
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Album art is still considered a vital part of the listening experience to many, and despite the less-
tangible nature of digital images, there are still many collectors trading cover art and music.[8]

Album art does more than just convey the name of your band and title of your CD---it sells your music to
your target audience. Whether at a merchandise booth at a show or through a digital marketplace, your
album art can catch the eye and imagination of your fans. While professional designers create most
iconic album art, almost anybody can crate attractive, professional album covers with readily available
tools. In very little time, you can design and produce a simple album cover with a back panel card that
you will slot into a jewel case.

With the increasing popularity of digital music downloading services and the inflating cost of conducting
business, the purpose and prevalence of the album cover is evolving.



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Little Dragon-Nabuma Rubberband

The fourth album to come from Gothenburgs Little Dragon sees a child weightlessly suspended in the
air for the cover of recently released Nabuma Rubberband. At a glance, it's a nod to the bleak winter
climate of their hometown, where they recorded the album, but it's also a delicately composed
reflection of the interplay between the playful and the pensive moments found throughout the album.

Take a good look of these five awesome album covers chosen for their
Enjoy a carefully compiled list of covers, from names both familiar and foreign, found from all corners of
the music worldall featuring artwork so fantastic we physically couldnt overlook them. In fact, if you
find that any of the selections speak to you, we strongly suggest you sit up and take a listen.

Turn Blue The Black Keys


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This fun At first glance the magenta and blue spiral Twilight Zone and Mind control The cover art, which
features an image of a blue and magenta spiral Puts you the group began "referencing early '60s sci-fi,
shows



Stefan Sagmeister: I am intrigued by the visual of the Lady herself. It is iconic and a good departure from
past Gaga incarnations. Love the blue ball and hate the type. This would have been so much stronger
without any typography.

Paula Scher: I LOVE the cover. It's hilarious, sensual, and beautiful. Just like Lady Gaga.

Nate Duval: It sort of looks hastily pieced together in Photoshop. Personally, I would have focused more
on the statue, which does look intriguing, in a more realistic high-fashion photo shoot setting, aiming for
a larger focus on an artificial/natural juxtaposition. Seeing the hand of the artist and layout work done
digitally sort of softened the blow of the striking and thought-provoking image of Stephanie cast in
plastic.

Co.Design: In an effort to get people to actually buy the physical album instead of just downloading it,
the first half-million physical copies sold won't have a flat image cover. Instead, "Lady Gaga" will be
pasted on, in hot pink metallic foil, and the word ARTPOP will appear in silver. Does this have potential to
turn into a collector's item?

Settle - Disclosure

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The marketing and packaging of the Brothers Howard and Guy Lawrence stands out, due to the white
face outline placed over their faces. Its a real simple illustration but, the simplicity of it is memorable.
This illustration works so well, that fans can now make their own Disclosure faces on Facebook.


ARTPOP Lady Gaga
This cover speaks volumes without the Typography

Is This the This nude sculpture of Lady GagOne of the most memorable artist-designed album covers in
recent history, Koons created the nude sculpture of As we all increasingly download our music rather
than browsing through the shelves of our local record shop, album artwork is less important. Or is it?
The background consists of works including Botticellis The Birth of Venus, which inspired Gagas image.
Gaga also referred to the art star in the albums hit single Applause, singing: One second Im a Koons,
then suddenly the Koons is me.


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ULTRAVIOLENCE -Lana Del Rey
Del Reys black-and-white album artwork is what I refer to as Visual Stimulation at its finest
At the first look Del Rey dressed in a sheer white V-neck leaning against a car is evocative. about this
album cover from Del Reys sheer V-neck Tee to the all-capitalized Typface.
Del Reys album artwork works well for a myriad of reasons Her image works well for several because
Del Reys album artwork works well for a myriad of reasons Marketing such a graphic title brings From
a marketing eye it communicates
The black-and-white album artwork depicts Del Rey dressed in a sheer white T-shirt and a white
strapless bra while leaning against her Mercedes-Benz 380SL; the title "Ultraviolence" is positioned
beneath her image in an blue and magenta spiral, similar to the covers for Born to Die and Paradise.[16]
Looking at it the title would be stylized as the one-word "Ultraviolence" or two-word "Ultra Violence".

3. Jeff Koons for ARTPOP by Lady Gaga.
One of the most memorable artist-designed album covers in recent history, Koons created the nude
sculpture of Gaga, where it looks a bit like she is giving birth to a shiny blue gazing ball. The background
consists of works including Botticellis The Birth of Venus, which inspired Gagas image.



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Oxymoron - Schoolboy Q
- Alternately, some artists have used Internet technology to generate even more cover art. For instance,


After musicians put hard work into writing their songs, recording them, and making sure their album has
come out just right before releasing their labor of love to the public, they want to ensure that the cover
of their masterpiece portrays complementing imagery. Thats when they call in the big names to come up
with a design concept that enhances their albums sound. These bands and solo musicians have
commissioned new, and in some cases borrowed existing artwork by acclaimed fine and street artists to
add an extra creative element to their albums. Take a look at these 10 awesome album covers designed
by some of the most famous names in the art game.
For any Album art is vital part of the listening experience and for many and
despite the less-tangible nature of digital images, there are still many
collectors trading cover art and music.[8]
One digital solution is the iTunes LP format for interactive album artwork
introduced by Apple on 9 September 2009.
Whether
Basic
The digital age of music The Music Business The aspects being independent
provides like creative control
One of the great things about the digital music revolutions is that it opened
the doors for indie musicians to cheaply and effectively distribute their music

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to a wide audience, without having to invest in physical CDs and records.
And yet, many have felt that the digital revolution has deprived albums of
their visual and tactile components and depersonalized the experience of
music ownership.
With the increasing popularity of digital music downloading services and the
inflating cost of conducting business, the purpose and prevalence of the
album cover is evolving. While the music industry tries to keep up with
technological and cultural shifts, the role that packaging (and thus the
"album cover") will play in consumer music sales in the near future is
uncertain, although its role is certainly changing
Role provides Building a fan The press are like who are you? So when you
factor in no label, no publisher, no radio and the only thing thats left, is an
album image accompanying your music in iTunes Ask yourself this
question: How important is the artist album artwork?
The Business of music
Dont fall into the trap of naively believing that just because you worked your
behinds off on your latest EP that people will really care to give your album a
passing glance `
Album art work
As a musician your goal should al
We've considered which of the cover designs from the year thus far have served their purpose in best
reflecting the albums content, and ultimately, the artists vision.
You dont have to That does more than convey the artist name or the title of their work

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Every album design chosen on this li Album art is still considered a vital part of the listening experience to
many, and despite the less-tangible nature of digital images, there are still many collectors trading cover
TRUE- Solange
This brilliant cover stands out