It must be noted that a collection of this nature is never complete, and the value of art is very personal and subjective.

Mainstream marketing is rarely this attractive, and the wide variety of beautiful CD cover art makes browsing CDs an enjoyable experience that reaches far beyond the music. Captivating or iconic cover art can make a band instantly recognizable, which increases sales, which in turn boosts airplay and subsequently demand for the music. This type of cover art can make a big difference when a little-known band releases an album.

The CD cover art designs and concepts featured in this showcase present dramatic, quirky, unusual or unique artwork. The most striking designs are those that capture both a buyer’s attention and the essense of the music. Thankfully, others are much more creative and work to create a cover image that reflects the mood, attitude or feel of the music it promotes. Some CD covers feature heavily edited and airbrushed vanity photos of the musicians or recording artists. The creation of CD cover art is an intergral part of this process. While recording artists and bands are busy recording their albums, a separate effort is usually being made behind the scenes to plan for the launch, promotion and circulation of the new tracks.

My albums from 2009