CD cover analysis

We can see that this album cover follows the conventions of its genre (which is pop), we can see this through the fact that it uses close up shots which is a generic convention that has been used by many other pop artists e.g.. Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato, Jason Derulo, Justin Bieber etc. This CD cover also uses direct mode of address which again is not uncommon in CD covers of this genre. Close up shot are usually used to show the audience the artists identity and so that there album stands out to fans, it also enables them to know who the artist is. CD covers of this genre tend to vary a lot in colour schemes as they can be colourful or not be very colourful. However there are many examples of pop artists using a black and white colour scheme for example; Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and many others have used a black and white colour scheme.

The writing on Jessie J's CD cover is the only thing on the CD that is not black or white, this makes her name stand out which would help her audience to identify her album on a shelf at a shop. The font that Jessie J uses is also a font that represents her as an artist as it is a font that she uses in her music videos and on her follow up album cover, therefore the font acts as a symbol of Jessie J. It is very common for artist to do this, example of artists that have their own font are; Ed Sheeran, Adele, Little Mix, Rihanna and many others. Jessie j's font fits with the genre of music as it is curly and big which compliments the style of music.

In the image, Jessie J is wearing black lipstick and black nail polish which could be due to her personal style or perhaps due to her personal influences (e.g. she my be influenced by gothic culture). This shows some of her individuality within the genre of pop. 

People may buy this album because of influences from their niche group which would provide them with a sense of belonging. Audience members may also be able to relate to the artists style. The name of the album is in smaller writing then the artists name which suggests that it is not as important.

The back of the CD is very plain and only has the names of the songs on the album, as well as the production details in small print. the colour (white) also matches the background of the front cover.

The font used for the song list is bold and big and it is all in capitals which reflect the pop genre and stands out.