A free way to create eye-catching cover art for all your releases. One of the most common places artists get stuck when signing up music for distribution is the cover … Continue reading
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Why album art is absolutely crucial for success in 2016
Seeing will always be part of hearing. I remember hanging records on my wall when I was a kid. The art on the covers created a magic little world. It … Continue reading
How to make your own album cover artwork
[This article was written by CD Baby team member Priscilla Shaw.] As a CD Baby rep, I see a lot of album covers. I also see a lot of artists … Continue reading
An easy way to design your own cover art for your next digital album or single
Have you ever uploaded a new song to CD Baby, SoundCloud, or Bandcamp, and then felt stumped when you’re asked to upload artwork? You’re a musician, not a designer. You … Continue reading
4 ways to promote your music with the “reveal” of your album artwork
Usually when my favorite artists announce they’re working on a new album, I don’t get too excited. It could be years before they’re finished recording. But when they announce that … Continue reading
How to make your album art connect with listeners in the age of digital music
[The image to the left is the album cover for Aphex Twin’s new Syro.] An album represents a chapter in your creative life. You put lots of emotion, time, energy, and … Continue reading