5 Marketing lessons we can learn from OK GO
Have you seen OK Go’s latest music video, “I Won’t Let You Down”? Crazy, isn’t it? Now, some of you might hate OK Go for having too many gimmicks (like Flaming Lips or Kiss). Why can’t musician just be known for their music alone? do we really have to make crazy stunts to sell? Sorry to […]
For artists: 7 affordable ways to express gratitude
You don’t have to spend big bucks just to show people you appreciate them. All you need is a bucket of sincerity and an affordable medium to express it. Gratitude can even be expressed for free as long as it’s personal and genuine. Here are some of the cheapest ways you can thank your fans: […]
Examples of really good-looking round CD packaging
There are so many ways to package a CD than just putting it in a standard jewel case. A round CD packaging is one of them. It could be made of tin or thick cardboard or even wood. What’s so wonderful about them is that they’re unique so they’ll definitely stand out over the average […]
CDs Versus Download Cards
So which is better: Selling CDs or download cards? The answer might seem easy to some (Download Cards, duh!) but you have to think twice. There are advantages that only the CD offers (yes, no matter how outdated it is) which could greatly improve your music career. Here are some of the pros and cons of […]
Five Foldable CD Packaging Designs That are Brilliant Works of Art
There are CD packaging that look good and there are CD packaging that are really worth collecting because they are way too awesome they can be displayed in an art museum. Here are some of them: MEHTA FOLDING STRUCTURE A sequential representation of a statement by Rohit Mehta, revealed in steps through the opening of […]
Elements of a kick-ass CD packaging
It Serves its Primary Purpose Before you try to make your CD packaging interesting, make sure it keeps the discs safe from liquids, dust, and pressure. This means, the case should be sturdy and easy-to-open, among other things. Also make sure that the CDs won’t fall off once the CD packaging is opened. There are […]
5 Tips for designing your CD packaging so you get it right the first time
So you’re in the final stage of releasing a record. Congratulations! Unfortunately, it’s not yet time to relax and celebrate. CD manufacturing might seem like the album is as good as done but in reality. It’s a whole new meticulous process that requires a lot of things from you including the layout of your CD […]
Six don’ts when releasing music
Congratulations and good luck! You are about to enter a new phase in your music career. Releasing music and putting yourself and your music out there, for the public to consume and love, is not an easy feat. Aside from the creative aspects of perfecting your music, you have to do a lot of other […]
Awesome Examples of Cutout CD Packaging
A cutout design is perfect if you want more texture (and beauty!) in your CD or DVD packaging. To achieve a really good-looking cutout CD packaging, you need to do an intricate process which could involve your bare hands and cutters or a die-cutting machine. But there is no doubt its pay-off because it is […]
Musicians: 6 Ways to Keep Your Fans Hooked
So you got a pretty good number of fans right now (congrats!) but you know it’s not simply about acquiring fans, it’s about keeping them. If you don’t keep them hooked, chances are, they would forget you little by little every day. Keeping them engaged is the best way to maintain a loyal fanbase. Here […]