For part of my research I need to analyse homepages of music artists from different genres of music. This is so I can gain knowledge and an understanding of the features that are used to create such a site and how they may differ between artists with different genres.
Artist: B.o.B
Web Address: http://www.bobatl.com/
Website Criticism
Strengths
- I think the addition of the video on the homepage is a very good idea as it draws the audience's attention almost instantly. It enables the artist B.o.B to promote his new song easily and directly and therefore is making his audiene more aware of the type of artist he is and the type of genre his music is.
- The layout of the website is very well structured as it is cleany set out and isn't to hard on the eye. This is another advantage as the viewer can easily access what they need to without being ambushed with an overcrowded website full of unesseary clutter.
Artist: Michael Bublé
Web Address: http://www.michaelbuble.com/
Strengths
Artist: Pixie Lott
Web Address: http://www.pixielott.com/site/global/frontpage
Website Criticism
- The site had used a clever technique in which the designer has used an image of Buble to act as the central part to the site. This attract viewers instantly as it is the first thing they see. Other links and information has been displayed around this key feature in order for the viewer to explore everything thats is on display.
- Very simplistic styled website, which I think works well as you are not hit with too much information at once. The information that is shared on the homepage has been deliberately chosen to influence viewers to explore further into the site.
- The tab which holds the other links to explore other section of the site is overshadowed by the image of Buble. It needs to be a little bolder to create more awareness of its existence.
Artist: Pixie Lott
Web Address: http://www.pixielott.com/site/global/frontpage
Website Criticism
Strengths
- Clear information involving 'Latest Pix'; a clever name as it reflects the artist's brand name. Her Twitter feeds are nicely structured and easy to follow,
Weaknesses
- The promotion of other artists on the Webpage detracts away from Pixie being the unique artist and the one who her record label are supposed to be selling and promoting as it is her dedicated site.
- Virgin Advert link spoils and cheapens the look of the site.
