1,000 Music Graphics: A compilation of packaging, posters, and other sound solutions

by Clifford Stoltze

A catalog of design ideas for music-related materialThis book will offer designers a vast collection of inspiring and innovative graphic works from the world of music. The main emphasis will be on music graphics including album/CD covers and inside spreads, packaging, posters, and other sales materials from the past decade.

Music makes the world go 'round, and great album designs generate sales for the record companies that back the artists. By showing diverse album graphics from the last decade, designers get a glimpse into what makes or breaks album sales and just how risky the content can be before it goes too far. Many designers hope to break into the music business by way of design, and this collection will offer insight and inspiration for those venturing in. This book will be a compendium of all types of graphically appealing album art, covering all kinds of music and music developers.

Genres: Design, Music, Art, Art Design

320 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[R.Friend · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another beautiful addition to an excellent collection by Rockport. Wonderfully organized by packaging, posters, and paraphernalia; with a great range of work represented. A few pieces are a bit old, but certainly stand the test of time and deserve their inclusion.

[Gian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full of high octane art from first page to last.