7 Creative (and one icky!) Vinyl Records
Here are some of the most creative and unusual vinyl records ever released in the 21st century. We therefore conclude that there is absolutely no limit when it comes to designing vinyl records. GLITTER VINYL RECORD The 7″ EP from Dads, titled Pretty Good, had a limited pressing of 100 copies on clear vinyl with rainbow […]
Direct printing on clear CD jewel cases
Here’s proof that minimalist designs are the classiest. The typography and graphics of these CD packaging were screen printed right on the surface of the jewel case. As you can see from these examples, you don’t need to go crazy with your artwork to get attention. Subtlety works. Aphex Twin’s Syro Full Album Art and […]
Liquid- Filled Vinyl Records
Just a few weeks ago, we featured awesome liquid-filled flash drives. They were pretty impressive! But would you believe that there are liquid-filled vinyl records? Yes, they do exist, my friends. Liquid inside vinyl records that actually play music. Welcome to the future where anything is possible and bands are finding more and more ways […]
Adorable Clear Flash Drive Packaging
Custom flash drives are excellent promotional items. Not only can you put all the files you want your clients and prospects to see, you can also design it in a way that it would reflect your brand. One great way of doing this is by putting your flash drive in a USB Packaging that reflects […]
15 Albums That Creatively Use Clear CD Cases
So…maybe everyone’s releasing their albums in cool Flash Drives or Dropcards. If they release in CD format at all, they’d most likely be housed in sleek Digipaks and Custom Boxes. There’s no way jewel cases can be cool in 2013, right? Wrong! Want proof? Well just check out these totally hip CD packaging using clear […]
Badass Bands and their Pink Vinyl Records
Pink vinyl records look as sweet as candy that’s why it’s interesting that a lot of rock bands choose them for their albums… and they look so cool! If you’re a metal/punk/rock band, you’re likely “locked” in the colors black, red and white for your website, merch, CD packaging, and uhmmm… everything else. That’s the […]
Record Labels: Know the Basic Terms
Do you know what a 360 deal means? What about mechanical royalties? It’s time to know the basic terms record labels use so you won’t look stupid and you won’t make stupid mistakes. This list comes from two great sources- The Unsigned Guide, a great site for DIY musicians with tips and marvelous tools; and Record Label Resource, […]
Creative Vinyl Packaging: Satellites- 01
We’ve featured plenty of creative vinyl packaging over the years and this CD/Vinyl packaging definitely has one of the sleekest designs . Here is the 10-inch casebound hard cover gatefold double vinyl edition of Satellites‘ album entitled 01. It contains two die-cut silver sleeves that looks like real giant metal diskette from afar. Each sleeve […]
10 of the Most Creative Vinyl Records Ever Made
Vinyl records are definitely back in the game. It just has this classy touch and superior sound that cannot be matched by digital. If you’re a musician planning to release music in vinyl, you must consider having a really kickass vinyl packaging to complete the package. After all, custom vinyl pressing records should only be […]
Recording, Releasing, and Performing Cover Songs
Here is a comprehensive article about cover songs written by Cameron Mizell. Cameron is a freelance guitarist, producer, and consultant in Brooklyn, NY. You can check out his articles at musicianwages.com. ——————————————————————————– Cover songs have an interesting place in the musician lexicon. The term cover song originated in the early part of the recording era, […]