New and Notable: Chiddy Bang

I am featuring the new EP by electro hip hop duo Chiddy Bang because it is an excellent example of why quality cover art is important. The Opposite of Adults EP is being marketed in a generic sleeve (below). This is being done even though a very cool promo video has been made for the title track.

The video features the duo with their heads enlarged by special effects. It amazes me that their record label didn’t just use a still image from the video for the cover as I did to create my own mock up (right). There are dozens of images in the video that would make great cover art.

Instead, the EP is being sold without any art at all. Even if the physical product must be sold in a generic sleeve, there’s no reason why art for the digital version can’t be created. It took me about 10 minutes to create my mock up. Which image would you prefer to see on your iPod?

Anyway, I hope you enjoy the music video. It is very creative and the song is pretty catchy.