Music Packaging: The “Breaking up is hard to do” Covers
We’ve all had our hearts broken and we can all agree that it’s one of the most painful events one can encounter in his/her lifetime. In fact, it can get too painful for some to the point that they become immobile and lifeless for days, weeks, and even months. Here’s a collection of music packaging […]
Indie Musicians: Use Download Cards to Promote Your Band
Due to the popularity of digital downloads, download cards have become one of the most popular ways to sell music. In fact, it is a must for musicians nowadays. If you are a band and you just decided to have download cards, then here are some tips that can boost your download cards sales. […]
Indie Musicians: 5 Personality Development Tips for New Musicians
Some musicians focus mainly on their music because they believe that talent is everything. They somehow look down on those musicians who are social butterflies and who have excellent social skills because they somehow associate it with the lack of pure, raw talent. I know this feeling is not expressed by many but some artists […]
Music Packaging of the Week: Andrew Gold’s “What’s Wrong With This Picture?”
Artist: Andrew Gold Year: 1976 Art Director: Ethan Russell At first glance, I thought it was just a typical album cover but it says “ What’s wrong with this picture?” so I guess there really is something wrong with it. I started searching and after a minute I found two odd things-that the curtain on […]
DVD Packaging: Top 7 SUITCASE Box Sets
I’m addicted to a lot of TV series and If only I had all the money in the world, I would definitely purchase all of these lovely DVD Suitcase box sets. Check them out! ER: Season 1-12 (73 DVD Box Set) Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant idea. This is one of the most creative DVD packaging I’ve […]
DVD Packaging: Awesome Simpsons Packaging
The Simpsons have really quirky DVD packaging and collectibles. Here are my favorites: The Simpsons Movie Soundtrack This yummy packaging definitely tops my list. Special limited edition soundtrack to The Simpsons Movie packaged in a limited edition doughnut case. (via The Dieline) Simpsons Sixth Season Collector’s Edition Who doesn’t want Homer in his home? This […]
Music Packaging: Bloody Album Covers
The artwork on the CD packaging is meant to get our attention and what better way to do that than to put images with blood and gore. Here are some of the most captivating bloody album covers. Check them out and tell me which one you like best. Enjoy! The Beatles– Yesterday and Today Yes, […]
Indie Filmmaking: 7 Easy and Cheap Ways to Promote Your Film
Here is a list of cost-effective ways you can promote your film: Cheap Giveaways. You do not have to spend big bucks to promote your film. Choose very cheap items that are witty, creative, and that can intrigue a lot of people. For example, if your film is a comedy about teen pregnancy (much like […]
Unique Band Merch: Condoms, Lollies, Cereals, and Soup
You moan and groan that you’re not getting enough money from your gigs and album sales and that the music industry is nearing extinction. Well, welcome to the year 2010-you have to accept the fact that most fans want FREE music and are not willing to spend much on music itself. So what’s a musician […]
DVD Packaging: Why Choose the DVD Amaray Case
At long last your dream of shooting your own film came true. Almost everyone who viewed it on the big screen loved your film and now you cannot wait to release it on DVD for the whole world to see. But now you have one more thing to think about-the packaging of your DVD. You […]