album packaging

[/ˈælbəm ˈpækɪdʒɪŋ/]
nounpl: album packagings
embalagem de álbum
1. The physical design, materials, and presentation of a music album's container, including artwork, printing, and construction
The album packaging for this vinyl record features a gatefold design with detailed liner notes.
A embalagem de álbum deste disco de vinil apresenta um design de encarte com notas detalhadas.
2. The creative and commercial elements used to present a music product to consumers
Modern album packaging must balance aesthetic appeal with environmental sustainability.
A embalagem de álbum moderna deve equilibrar o apelo estético com a sustentabilidade ambiental.
3. The complete visual identity system of a released music album including cover art, back cover, and insert materials
The artist's new album packaging won a Grammy Award for Best Packaging Design.
A embalagem de álbum do novo trabalho do artista ganhou um prêmio Grammy por Design de Embalagem.
In Brazil and Portugal, vinyl record culture has seen a resurgence, making album packaging an increasingly valued aspect of music consumption. Artists and independent labels invest significantly in high-quality packaging design as both a marketing tool and artistic statement. The term gained prominence during the vinyl revival of the 2010s-2020s, where physical media's tactile experience became a selling point distinct from digital releases.
NYC Slang
the jacket
Synonyms / Sinônimos
album coverrecord packagingalbum designrecord sleeveCD packaging

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
embalagem de álbum
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
embalagem de disco
Commonly used in music industry circles
Rio de Janeiro
capa de álbum
More colloquial, emphasizing the cover design aspect
Portugal
embalagem de álbum
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'capa de disco' also used colloquially

Related Words

liner notesalbum artworkgatefolddisc designvisual identitygraphic designrecord sleeve design

Related Idioms & Phrases

don't judge an album by its packaging
packaging is part of the art
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