This time round I have looked at the Privous Years frm Roberl Clack school.
Video 1 - 'Blow Me Out' by Down Hill
Comments
Story of a girl ending a relationship.
Mcfly approach
Good use of camera angles - dutch tilt
Realistic band playing
Clever editing
Video 2 - 'I Live For Speed' by Star Spangles
Comments
Clever editing
Good use of band
Video 3 - Insomina
Comments
Storyline portrayed
Techno effect/approach
Good use of locations e.g. London
Video - 4 'Movie Of Myself' by Rifus Wainwright
Comments
Good use of lip sync
Good opening sequence - slow mo
Improve by using P.O.V shot like making a movie of yourself
Video 5 - 'Movie of Myself'
Comments
Good use of editing e.g. zoom in,reverse shot
Day trip to London compliments song
Video 6 - 'Set Your Eyes Free'
Comments
Good editing between pictures
Kelly Clarkson approach
Video 7 'Hello' by Simple Kid
Comments
This was my personal best
Clever countdown when editing
Mcfly approach
Queen Boehimen approach
Good opening sequence between swan and silhoette
Good recerse shot.
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
Monday, 28 September 2009
Legal Documentation - Lyrics Confirmed
After that long wait and sending two e-mail's I haven't received the lyrics. I've asked sir what to do and he said, 'Well you can listen to the song and write down the lyrics'. I just nodded when he said this as if to say, 'yeah sure, thats exactly what I'm going to do'. Then all of a sudden a light came on in my head. 'Why don't I see if its on google', and thats what I did. Went onto google and typed in 'Untouchable' by 4Flava Lyrics. I crossed my fingers and prayed, the resuts came up and there it appeared like a gift from God the lyrics, staring straight at me. I clicked the link copied the lyrics and 'Bobs Your Uncle'. I didn't think the lyrics would be anywhere considering the band is not mainstream.
The following link will direct you to Untouchable Lyrics by 4Flava
http://forums.redbana.com/showpost.php?p=265313
The following link will direct you to Untouchable Lyrics by 4Flava
http://forums.redbana.com/showpost.php?p=265313
Research - Costume & Make Up
Due to the fact that I have decided to use several different locations for the dance video I believe that it will be effective to also change the costume of the dancers as the locationns change. This willl ensure that I am taking into consideration the style of music. Previous resaerch shows that costume chamges have been made to suit the mood of the music as we change location or from verse to chorus of via versa. 
Thursday, 24 September 2009
Meet The Cast
As I have decided to create a music video for a girl band, it is important that I portray the band as much as possible. In doing so I have asked my close friends to feature in the video.
Although there are only three cast members against the bands four members I believe that I can still pull it off. Its not QUANTITY its QUALITY! REMEMBER ; )
Although there are only three cast members against the bands four members I believe that I can still pull it off. Its not QUANTITY its QUALITY! REMEMBER ; )
Research - Location/Setting
Due to the upbeat tempo and genre of the track I believe that the location of the music video should be in a dance studio, skate park or generally focused in an urban area. Music videos that have incorporated this look include:
- Jamilia 'Superstar'
- Avril Lavigne 'Skater Boi
- Destinys Child 'Lose My Breath'
In doing, tyhis allows the dance sequence, costume and make up and other aspects of Mise en Scene complement the music video.
Research - Dance Sequence
The song I have chosen for the music video is upbeat with a combination of R'n'B, Hip-Hop and Pop. In order to complient this I feel as though the video I create must have a dance sequence. In doing so this will also show how I have been able to intergrate my research or past, present and up and coming girls into the video.
A video that inspires me to add a dance sequence into my music video is Cheryl Cole's 'Fight For This Love. This is because the the dance sequence is focused upon the main artists and the dancers. In addition the location of the dance sequence is bright which complements the dance moves and the music genere. It allows audiences to see the intricate dance moves. Other aspects of Mise-en-Scene that entice me are the costume and make-up of the artist and the dancers. The dancers all wear the same costume and make up. In order to make the main artist stand out she wears something different.
Other dance sequences that inspire me are:
A video that inspires me to add a dance sequence into my music video is Cheryl Cole's 'Fight For This Love. This is because the the dance sequence is focused upon the main artists and the dancers. In addition the location of the dance sequence is bright which complements the dance moves and the music genere. It allows audiences to see the intricate dance moves. Other aspects of Mise-en-Scene that entice me are the costume and make-up of the artist and the dancers. The dancers all wear the same costume and make up. In order to make the main artist stand out she wears something different.
Other dance sequences that inspire me are:
- Pussycat Dolls - Beep
- Destiny Child - Lose My Breath
- Cassie - Long Way To Go
100 Greatest Hits - The Final 10 - Part 6
*NOT ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
10 - Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit - 1999
9 - Madonna - Vogue - 1990. Both video of this song reflects the New York life.
8 - Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathney - 1991
7 - Micheal Jackson - Billie Jean - 1983. This video tells the story of a women who claims that Jackson has a baby with her. In the song Jackson states that 'Billie Jean is not my lover, shes just a girl who thinks that I am the one. But the kid is not my son'
6 - Robbie Williams - Rock DJ - 2000. This video had to versions. One of which is the uncut version. In the uncut version we see Williams undressing himself right through to his skin, flesh and organs.
5 - Madonna - Like A Prayer - 1989. In the video Derice Bannock plays a black Jesus. This was a contriversial video due the the chracters that appeared in it. The video showed religous elements/grounds across reality and fantasy.
4 - Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody - 1975.
3 - A-Ha - Take On Me - 1983.
2 - Sledgehammer - Peter Gabriel - 1986.
1 - Micheal Jacksons - Thriller - 1983. In order to create this video Jackson was inspired by the movie American Wearwolf In London. Due to the videos fast and memorable moves it spent many weeks at number one.
10 - Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit - 1999
9 - Madonna - Vogue - 1990. Both video of this song reflects the New York life.
8 - Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathney - 1991
7 - Micheal Jackson - Billie Jean - 1983. This video tells the story of a women who claims that Jackson has a baby with her. In the song Jackson states that 'Billie Jean is not my lover, shes just a girl who thinks that I am the one. But the kid is not my son'
6 - Robbie Williams - Rock DJ - 2000. This video had to versions. One of which is the uncut version. In the uncut version we see Williams undressing himself right through to his skin, flesh and organs.
5 - Madonna - Like A Prayer - 1989. In the video Derice Bannock plays a black Jesus. This was a contriversial video due the the chracters that appeared in it. The video showed religous elements/grounds across reality and fantasy.
4 - Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody - 1975.
3 - A-Ha - Take On Me - 1983.
2 - Sledgehammer - Peter Gabriel - 1986.
1 - Micheal Jacksons - Thriller - 1983. In order to create this video Jackson was inspired by the movie American Wearwolf In London. Due to the videos fast and memorable moves it spent many weeks at number one.
Wednesday, 23 September 2009
100 Greatest Hits - Part 5
*NOT ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
24 - Radiohead - No Surprises - 1998. The video focuses on Tommy York's face as his lip syncs the lyrics of the song. In order to complement this the lyrics of the song scroll down on a glass window. In doing so this has produced a sense of meaning and purpose for the video. Therefore adding value to the song and increasing video sales.
22 - Justin Timberlake - Cry Me A River - 2003. Prior to this video was Britney's 'Baby One More Time'. Justin's video reflected his break up with Britney. In doing so he casts a Brinety look-a-like to be feature in the video.
19 - Madonna - Material Girl - 1985. This video followed in the footsteps of Marilyn Monroe in her movie 'Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend'. However, Madonna's reasoning behind this video was due to the fact that the director of the video was fond of her and continued to give her material gifts - for the 'Material Girl' in a material world.
16 - Outcast - Hey Ya - 2003. Andre 3000 played each character in the band featured in he video. The video portrays how the musical life was like in the 1960's.
12 - Micheal and Janet Jackson - Scream. This was a controversial video as brother and sister deal with the media and the press. In addition this is the most expensive video to date costing approximately $7 million dollars. This could be due to the fact that guitars were being smashed and its effective visual imagery.
24 - Radiohead - No Surprises - 1998. The video focuses on Tommy York's face as his lip syncs the lyrics of the song. In order to complement this the lyrics of the song scroll down on a glass window. In doing so this has produced a sense of meaning and purpose for the video. Therefore adding value to the song and increasing video sales.
22 - Justin Timberlake - Cry Me A River - 2003. Prior to this video was Britney's 'Baby One More Time'. Justin's video reflected his break up with Britney. In doing so he casts a Brinety look-a-like to be feature in the video.
19 - Madonna - Material Girl - 1985. This video followed in the footsteps of Marilyn Monroe in her movie 'Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend'. However, Madonna's reasoning behind this video was due to the fact that the director of the video was fond of her and continued to give her material gifts - for the 'Material Girl' in a material world.
16 - Outcast - Hey Ya - 2003. Andre 3000 played each character in the band featured in he video. The video portrays how the musical life was like in the 1960's.
12 - Micheal and Janet Jackson - Scream. This was a controversial video as brother and sister deal with the media and the press. In addition this is the most expensive video to date costing approximately $7 million dollars. This could be due to the fact that guitars were being smashed and its effective visual imagery.
Research - 4Flava
4FLAVA are a marketing dream, they are 4 talented, beautiful, sexy ladies who believe in being ambitious and focused, they know where they want to go and what they want to achieve.The four members include Divva Chan aka Karamel, Cinnamon aka Sophie Maxwell, Zahra Palmer aka Coco and Jordana aka Honey. 4Flava create amazing music with thier amazing vocals and beats. Together they have created songs of different genres ranging from 'R'n'B to Pop to Rock. Well known tracks include 4 The Camera, Boy I Wanna and Untouchable.
Karamel has featured in a previous girl band called Fierce thatgained four top 20 hits and performed a cover Anite Bakers 'Sweet Love'.
Cinnemon maintainted a perfommance personna from when she was young whether it be in front of a mirrior or at drama school.
As for Coco her first love was music. She has been listening to music since her ears could take it. Her father was in a band called 'The Sons Of David' and ever since then she has been listening to her father's reggae music. She was even a contestant on X-Factor.
Honey has travelled the world and visited places such aas L.A and New York where she is featured in films such as the Fast and Furious and Hard Rock. Back in the UK she has been feaured in T.V Drama such as The Bill.
4Flava have also gained experience by performing alongside the likes of P-Diddy, Another Level, Blazin Squad, Kano and many more. The fantanstic four have been influenced by a range of amazing vocalists ranging from Micheal and Janet Jackson to Alicia Keys, Whitney Houston, Beyonce to the likes of Pharrel Williams, Leanna Rhimes and Faith Evans and many more
*For more information 4Flava can browsed on MySpace and YouTube*.
http://www.myspace.com/4flava
Monday, 21 September 2009
100 Greatest Hits - Part 4
*NOT ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
49 - Jamiroquai - Virtual Insanity - 1996. This video dominated the awards as it collected Best Video, Cinematography and Breakthrough. After watching the video again the awards were well deserved. The trick shots in the video worked well.
47 - Adam and the Ants - Price Charming - 1961. I have heard the song but not seen the video. To be honest I was happy just listening to the song. I can see that directors, producers especially costume and make-up had a lot to do with the making of the video. I wasn't shocked to hear that the video cost £30,000.
42 - Bjork - Its All So Quite. I remember when I used to dance to this song and perform as though I was on stage. Only to find out that the track was a celebration of all musicals. I wasn't a fan of the video.
35 - Sinead O'Conner - Nothing Compares To You - 1995. How ironic as I type this up I'm listening to the track on Magic FM. When I first heard this track I was actually listening to Magic. I was inspired by her voice so when I got home I watched the video and read the lyrics of the song. Although there is no dancing in this video it has captured many audiences. This is mainly due to the close up of Sinead crying. I later find out that Sinead was emotional after think about her late mother during the filming of the video. This deserves a spot on the countdown.
31 - Emienen - Stan - 200. This video followed one of Eminen fans road to death. It also introduces Dido the featuring singer as well as character in the video. Both the video and lyrics go well together and tell a story.
29 - Electric Six with there contriversal track Gay Bar (2003). The video reflects the sexuality of the once president of the United States Abreham Lincon.
26 - TLC - Waterfalls followed the dangers of unsafe sex. However in 3d special effects.
49 - Jamiroquai - Virtual Insanity - 1996. This video dominated the awards as it collected Best Video, Cinematography and Breakthrough. After watching the video again the awards were well deserved. The trick shots in the video worked well.
47 - Adam and the Ants - Price Charming - 1961. I have heard the song but not seen the video. To be honest I was happy just listening to the song. I can see that directors, producers especially costume and make-up had a lot to do with the making of the video. I wasn't shocked to hear that the video cost £30,000.
42 - Bjork - Its All So Quite. I remember when I used to dance to this song and perform as though I was on stage. Only to find out that the track was a celebration of all musicals. I wasn't a fan of the video.
35 - Sinead O'Conner - Nothing Compares To You - 1995. How ironic as I type this up I'm listening to the track on Magic FM. When I first heard this track I was actually listening to Magic. I was inspired by her voice so when I got home I watched the video and read the lyrics of the song. Although there is no dancing in this video it has captured many audiences. This is mainly due to the close up of Sinead crying. I later find out that Sinead was emotional after think about her late mother during the filming of the video. This deserves a spot on the countdown.
31 - Emienen - Stan - 200. This video followed one of Eminen fans road to death. It also introduces Dido the featuring singer as well as character in the video. Both the video and lyrics go well together and tell a story.
29 - Electric Six with there contriversal track Gay Bar (2003). The video reflects the sexuality of the once president of the United States Abreham Lincon.
26 - TLC - Waterfalls followed the dangers of unsafe sex. However in 3d special effects.
Friday, 18 September 2009
The Video Music Awards - VMA's 2009
Last week hosted by Russel Brand (again) the VMA's was on. Considering I'm doing a Music Video I thought this would be a great chance to see which artists/bands win the prestigious awards.
The opening of the show was a tribute to the late great, king of pop Micheal Jackson. The tribute came to together as a group of professional dancers created a montage of Jacksons infamous dance moves and tracks. This was followed by a performance from Janet, whereby she danced to along with the Scream video which she and her brother featured in.
The first award went to Taylor Swift for her video'You Belong with Me' as the 'Best Female Video'. Its good for her to nominated but not to win I believe that there were other nominee's for this award such as Beyonce and Nelly Furtado. However, congratulations Taylor for you first VMA Award.
The 'Best Rock Video' was appointed to 'Green Day - 21 Guns'. I'm not a fan of the songs but I guess its not about the song it's more about the video. I enjoyed the other nominee's songs rather than their video (Kings Of Leon, Paramore and Fall Out Boy).
Lady Gaga the had an amazing performance with her track 'Paparazzi'.
Best Pop Video was given to 'Britney Spears' for her track 'Womanizer'. Although she was on tour and unable to receive the prize, I suppose this pop princess/diva deserve this award. She's been through alot.
After receiving their award Green Day performs. They rock out.
The time came and Beyonece performed her track 'Single Ladies'. I must admit I was expecting more but she still claimed the stage.
'T.I featuring Rihanna' won the award for 'Best Male Artist - Live Your Life'. Although he was also absent from the show his video told as story. If was a good idea to follow when creating my video.
I was not familiar with the next band but 'Muse' did perform on e of their tracks.
The 'Best Hip-Hop Video' went to 'Emienem' for his come back song 'We Made You'. The video showed aspects of postmodernism as it reflected the news and events of celebrities e.g. Brett Micheal's show Rock of Love, Jesscia Simpson's weight gain and issues around Kim Kardashian.
The votes have been counted and verified and I can now announce the winner of 'Best Newcomer' goes to ... (drum role please) ... (wait for it) ... 'Lady Gaga'. Gaga really deserved this award as she has released four tracks from her album each with different videos which are amazing.
The risk taker of the show was Pink when she performed her track Sober. It would have been good if she had won an award whether it be for 'Funhouse, Sober, Please Don't Leave or So What' Just like Gaga each video is designed differently.
About time she got an award. 'Beyonce' received an award for 'Video Of The Year' for the amazing song 'Single Ladies'. This was well deserved. She makes amazing videos.
The moment we have all been waiting for. The arrival of 'Jay-Z'. He sure did make an entrance as the cameras followed his every move from getting out the car to the stage. I must admit the performance was amazing with a hint of Alicia Keys in the chorus. 'Empire State Of Mind' a good collaboration of two great artists.
The final performance was a trailer of MJ's 'This Is It Tour'
The VMA's was a good show see you next year hopefully with Justin Timberlake and many more artists/bands.
The opening of the show was a tribute to the late great, king of pop Micheal Jackson. The tribute came to together as a group of professional dancers created a montage of Jacksons infamous dance moves and tracks. This was followed by a performance from Janet, whereby she danced to along with the Scream video which she and her brother featured in.
The first award went to Taylor Swift for her video'You Belong with Me' as the 'Best Female Video'. Its good for her to nominated but not to win I believe that there were other nominee's for this award such as Beyonce and Nelly Furtado. However, congratulations Taylor for you first VMA Award.
The 'Best Rock Video' was appointed to 'Green Day - 21 Guns'. I'm not a fan of the songs but I guess its not about the song it's more about the video. I enjoyed the other nominee's songs rather than their video (Kings Of Leon, Paramore and Fall Out Boy).
Lady Gaga the had an amazing performance with her track 'Paparazzi'.
Best Pop Video was given to 'Britney Spears' for her track 'Womanizer'. Although she was on tour and unable to receive the prize, I suppose this pop princess/diva deserve this award. She's been through alot.
After receiving their award Green Day performs. They rock out.
The time came and Beyonece performed her track 'Single Ladies'. I must admit I was expecting more but she still claimed the stage.
'T.I featuring Rihanna' won the award for 'Best Male Artist - Live Your Life'. Although he was also absent from the show his video told as story. If was a good idea to follow when creating my video.
I was not familiar with the next band but 'Muse' did perform on e of their tracks.
The 'Best Hip-Hop Video' went to 'Emienem' for his come back song 'We Made You'. The video showed aspects of postmodernism as it reflected the news and events of celebrities e.g. Brett Micheal's show Rock of Love, Jesscia Simpson's weight gain and issues around Kim Kardashian.
The votes have been counted and verified and I can now announce the winner of 'Best Newcomer' goes to ... (drum role please) ... (wait for it) ... 'Lady Gaga'. Gaga really deserved this award as she has released four tracks from her album each with different videos which are amazing.
The risk taker of the show was Pink when she performed her track Sober. It would have been good if she had won an award whether it be for 'Funhouse, Sober, Please Don't Leave or So What' Just like Gaga each video is designed differently.
About time she got an award. 'Beyonce' received an award for 'Video Of The Year' for the amazing song 'Single Ladies'. This was well deserved. She makes amazing videos.
The moment we have all been waiting for. The arrival of 'Jay-Z'. He sure did make an entrance as the cameras followed his every move from getting out the car to the stage. I must admit the performance was amazing with a hint of Alicia Keys in the chorus. 'Empire State Of Mind' a good collaboration of two great artists.
The final performance was a trailer of MJ's 'This Is It Tour'
The VMA's was a good show see you next year hopefully with Justin Timberlake and many more artists/bands.
100 Greatest Hits - Half Way
*NOT ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
61 - Smack My Bitch - 1997 - based on the directors evening in Copenhagen. This can be seen as a controversial video due to the aspects of ladism portrayed in the video. American supermarkets stopped stocking the song in their stores.
58 - The Cure - Closest To Me - 1985. Good use of props to visualise/illustrate the sounds created.
57 - Meat Loaf - I'll Do Anything For Love - 1993 - Representing Beauty and the Beast
56 - Eminem - Without Me - 2002 - White Rap Artist. Different from So Solid Crew - 21 Seconds
55 - Fat Boy Slim - Praise You - Video is crated in a hidden camera effect. The music video follows a group of peole as they dance in the middle of a shopping centre.
53 - Wham - Club Tropicana. This video shocked audiences as they did not know they George Michael was gay.
61 - Smack My Bitch - 1997 - based on the directors evening in Copenhagen. This can be seen as a controversial video due to the aspects of ladism portrayed in the video. American supermarkets stopped stocking the song in their stores.
58 - The Cure - Closest To Me - 1985. Good use of props to visualise/illustrate the sounds created.
57 - Meat Loaf - I'll Do Anything For Love - 1993 - Representing Beauty and the Beast
56 - Eminem - Without Me - 2002 - White Rap Artist. Different from So Solid Crew - 21 Seconds
55 - Fat Boy Slim - Praise You - Video is crated in a hidden camera effect. The music video follows a group of peole as they dance in the middle of a shopping centre.
53 - Wham - Club Tropicana. This video shocked audiences as they did not know they George Michael was gay.
Thursday, 17 September 2009
Initial Ideas
Setting
· Skate Park
· Park
· Urban Area
· Streets
Props
· Chairs
· Skating Equipment
Characters/Cast
· Gils
· Boys
· Skaters
· Locals/Public
· Skate Park
· Park
· Urban Area
· Streets
Props
· Chairs
· Skating Equipment
Characters/Cast
· Gils
· Boys
· Skaters
· Locals/Public
*CHANGES COULD BE MADE IN DUE COURSE*
Research - Girl Bands
I have asked a band from Unsigned.com called 4Flava to use their track/song 'Untouchabled' to create our music. Due to the fact that it is a Girl Band of four, I have decided to research mainstream bands (past and present) or a similar criteria. Brief History A girl group is a popular music act featuring several young female singers who generally harmonize together. Girl groups emerged in the late 1950s as groups of young singers teamed up with behind-the-scenes songwriters and music producers to create hit singles, often featuring glossy production values and backing by top studio musicians. In later eras the girl group template would be applied to disco, R&B, and country- based formats as well as pop music.
Brief History
There are a combination of girl bands (Denstinys Child, Cheetah Girls, Misteeq, Sugababes, Girls Alound, Pussycat Dolls, The Saturdays and All Saints) that inspire in the past and today. I have look at a few of there videos. Below I have highlighted the videos that I feel I different and are ideal fir looking at ways to which I could create my music video.
Brief History
There are a combination of girl bands (Denstinys Child, Cheetah Girls, Misteeq, Sugababes, Girls Alound, Pussycat Dolls, The Saturdays and All Saints) that inspire in the past and today. I have look at a few of there videos. Below I have highlighted the videos that I feel I different and are ideal fir looking at ways to which I could create my music video.
Monday, 14 September 2009
Legal Documentation - Asking For The Song
In order to ensure the artists as well s Unsigned.com I have created a letter that will be sent to the artist I wish to use there track/song.
Dear Sir/Madam
My name is Aicha, I’m from London England and I’m currently studying Media at Robert Clack School. As part of the course I have been assigned a project whereby I must create a music video. I have therefore visited the Unsigned.com and was drawn to your songs. When listening to your tracks I was blown away by your creative passion and work. I strongly feel that your tracks could create amazing master piece because they are high-quality and in fact engaged various different audiences in my study group. I would like to know if I could use one of your tracks in order to create the music video. Due to the fact that I am using Unsigned.com as well as your track I will ensure that acknowledgments are made to yourself and the website. In addition I can also ensure that your song/track is for educational purposes only and will be used appropriately.
For further information about the project or any concerns you may have please do not hesitate to contact me
Hope to hear from you soon.
Thank you
Aicha
(Applicant)
Contact Details
Ajo.1991@hotmail.com
Dear Sir/Madam
My name is Aicha, I’m from London England and I’m currently studying Media at Robert Clack School. As part of the course I have been assigned a project whereby I must create a music video. I have therefore visited the Unsigned.com and was drawn to your songs. When listening to your tracks I was blown away by your creative passion and work. I strongly feel that your tracks could create amazing master piece because they are high-quality and in fact engaged various different audiences in my study group. I would like to know if I could use one of your tracks in order to create the music video. Due to the fact that I am using Unsigned.com as well as your track I will ensure that acknowledgments are made to yourself and the website. In addition I can also ensure that your song/track is for educational purposes only and will be used appropriately.
For further information about the project or any concerns you may have please do not hesitate to contact me
Hope to hear from you soon.
Thank you
Aicha
(Applicant)
Contact Details
Ajo.1991@hotmail.com
Stage 4 - Visit To Judge's Homes
Stage 4 Visit To Judge Homes
I think I'll call this the waiting game.We have asked a few artists if we could you there tracks. All we can do is sit and wait. If you think about it, this happens in the X-Factor the contestants have to wait and see if they are through to the live finals. This time round the judges (myself and Pui San) and waiting on the artists (contestants).
Our destiny of getting the opportunity to use there song lies in there hands and not the other way round If we don't get this there will be no final/live show ... or should I say final project.
I think I'll call this the waiting game.We have asked a few artists if we could you there tracks. All we can do is sit and wait. If you think about it, this happens in the X-Factor the contestants have to wait and see if they are through to the live finals. This time round the judges (myself and Pui San) and waiting on the artists (contestants).
Our destiny of getting the opportunity to use there song lies in there hands and not the other way round If we don't get this there will be no final/live show ... or should I say final project.
Sunday, 13 September 2009
Stage 3 - Boot Camp
Stage 3 - Boot Camp
Country and Rock Artists have been cut!
We are still trying to narrow down our choices. The reason this has taken so long is because in addition to listening to the songs we are trying to figure out what we can make of them. At the same time we are trying to find out what locations we can use, the props needed is necessary, the appropriate people to feature in the video and much more. Basically we are thinking in the world of 'Mise-en-Scene' - 'What Is In The Frame.' Most importantly we need the permission from the artist in order to use there song. I have created an e-mail I just need to send it to the artists.
Country and Rock Artists have been cut!
We are still trying to narrow down our choices. The reason this has taken so long is because in addition to listening to the songs we are trying to figure out what we can make of them. At the same time we are trying to find out what locations we can use, the props needed is necessary, the appropriate people to feature in the video and much more. Basically we are thinking in the world of 'Mise-en-Scene' - 'What Is In The Frame.' Most importantly we need the permission from the artist in order to use there song. I have created an e-mail I just need to send it to the artists.
Previous Years
On Friday we watched a few music videos created by students from previous years. In doing so it allowed us to understand what was good and what was not so good.
Joint at number 1st place is Videos 1 and Video 3.
Video 1 - 'Six Underground'.
Comments
'Not all the words/lyrics are in sync but when they were it looked like she was actually singing'. 'Soundtrack/song matches setting'
'Good use of special effects/transitions e.g. flashing lights, spinning'
'Good/clever use of Mise-en-Scene'.
'Excellent use of graphic match - the eye and the sunlight'.
Video 3 - 'Anyone Else But You'
Comments
'Fast transitions'.
'More lip sync needed'.
'Good use of graphic match'.
'The characters in the video looked like a couple - if they weren't a couple they made it believable'
'Good use of lyrics and Mise-en-Scene'
The next video is the best of all the not so good.
Video 2 - 'Spread Love'
Comments
'Characters face was not visible'.
'Character did not suit the role of the singer'
'Good use of instruments - drummer and guitarist'
'Well edited'
'Mis-match Mise-en-Scene - good location bat costume was to simple'
'Over the top lip sync'
'Lacks presentation'
Joint at number 1st place is Videos 1 and Video 3.
Video 1 - 'Six Underground'.
Comments
'Not all the words/lyrics are in sync but when they were it looked like she was actually singing'. 'Soundtrack/song matches setting'
'Good use of special effects/transitions e.g. flashing lights, spinning'
'Good/clever use of Mise-en-Scene'.
'Excellent use of graphic match - the eye and the sunlight'.
Video 3 - 'Anyone Else But You'
Comments
'Fast transitions'.
'More lip sync needed'.
'Good use of graphic match'.
'The characters in the video looked like a couple - if they weren't a couple they made it believable'
'Good use of lyrics and Mise-en-Scene'
The next video is the best of all the not so good.
Video 2 - 'Spread Love'
Comments
'Characters face was not visible'.
'Character did not suit the role of the singer'
'Good use of instruments - drummer and guitarist'
'Well edited'
'Mis-match Mise-en-Scene - good location bat costume was to simple'
'Over the top lip sync'
'Lacks presentation'
Thursday, 10 September 2009
Stage 2 - The Judges Auditions
STAGE 2: The Judges Auditions
We made some cuts in regards to the type of genre to create the music video. We decided that a Rap song maybe too difficult to lip sync to and doing a slow song will mean more emphasis on the video. By this I mean that the lyrics and visual image must compliment each other more. We are now left with a few country and rock artists. There are many more R'n'B, Hip-Hop and Pop artists in the running.
In order to make sure that we have selected the right track, our classmates have also to listened to the songs and selected a few of their favorites. This is done to ensure that we are not creating a music video because we like the tracks we have selected but suit a wide rage of audiences. In fact its like this years X-Factor auditions which take place in front of a live audience.
Our special guest judge would be Mr Johnson as he will determine whether or not our track is suitable for a music video. I guess we can call him the Simon Cowelll of the group.
Judges Comments
'I think a fast song may be a challenge but it is easier to do as you have more ideas. Don't let me put you off but a slow song is boring unless you can create a memorable video'
'The tracks you have chosen are very girl y and considering you are girls I think you could make a good job of it'
'To be honest I don't like the tracks you have chosen, they seem all the same ... how can I put it cheesy pop music. They all have the same beat/instrumental, similar voices. I think you should have a change in genre maybe Rock, Punk, Indie. Give it a go, you'll never no'.
We made some cuts in regards to the type of genre to create the music video. We decided that a Rap song maybe too difficult to lip sync to and doing a slow song will mean more emphasis on the video. By this I mean that the lyrics and visual image must compliment each other more. We are now left with a few country and rock artists. There are many more R'n'B, Hip-Hop and Pop artists in the running.
In order to make sure that we have selected the right track, our classmates have also to listened to the songs and selected a few of their favorites. This is done to ensure that we are not creating a music video because we like the tracks we have selected but suit a wide rage of audiences. In fact its like this years X-Factor auditions which take place in front of a live audience.
Our special guest judge would be Mr Johnson as he will determine whether or not our track is suitable for a music video. I guess we can call him the Simon Cowelll of the group.
Judges Comments
'I think a fast song may be a challenge but it is easier to do as you have more ideas. Don't let me put you off but a slow song is boring unless you can create a memorable video'
'The tracks you have chosen are very girl y and considering you are girls I think you could make a good job of it'
'To be honest I don't like the tracks you have chosen, they seem all the same ... how can I put it cheesy pop music. They all have the same beat/instrumental, similar voices. I think you should have a change in genre maybe Rock, Punk, Indie. Give it a go, you'll never no'.
Stage 1 - The Producers Auditions
Stage 1: The Producers Auditions
Here we go the show starts here!
As one of the producers and judge of the final outcome, I have decided to take auditions for the potential song that will be used in the music video. I am going to listen to various different tracks, artist(s) and genres and decide which song is fit for purpose. I have a few ideas in mind towards the song I would like to use however, this can all change during the auditions. I am going to listen to so many different songs that both my eyes and ears are getting tired. I have also had discussions with my fellow producer and judge Pui-San. There have been some likes and dislikes as well as agreements and disagreements because we have similar yet different tastes in music.
After a lot of deliberation we have reached our finalists
Here we go the show starts here!
As one of the producers and judge of the final outcome, I have decided to take auditions for the potential song that will be used in the music video. I am going to listen to various different tracks, artist(s) and genres and decide which song is fit for purpose. I have a few ideas in mind towards the song I would like to use however, this can all change during the auditions. I am going to listen to so many different songs that both my eyes and ears are getting tired. I have also had discussions with my fellow producer and judge Pui-San. There have been some likes and dislikes as well as agreements and disagreements because we have similar yet different tastes in music.
After a lot of deliberation we have reached our finalists
Unsigned.com Meets The X-Factor
Hello and welcome to a brand new edition on Blogger.com. Todays is an exciting day as we are going to start a new show whereby svereal differnt artist create songs/tracks in order for them to win a chace to have a music video produced my the film producers of the thriller film Stalker. Try and make a music video production company use the other blog to help you with that. Say that the other production team has also created a music production line. So sit back in your seats and be prepared for a great experience as UNSIGNED.COM MEETS THE X-FACTOR.
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Processing
Myself an Pui-San have so many ideas in mind but don't know what music we are looking for. After looking at Newgrounds.com as well as Unsigned.com we have noticed that there are many more vocal tracks on Unsigned.com then Newgrounds.com. Therefore were are sticking to Unsigned.com.
We started looking at Unsigned.com and realise there are so many music genres and some that we haven't even heard of. We take our time to listen to the genres we haven't heard of as the will provide us fresh ideas in order to create something for an audience and not for groupies or a group of fans. This did not go down to well.
We took a break and thought about what we like to do, what we could do with the resources made available to us, possible artists/bands we could follow upon many more things.
Here was our conclusion.
Brainstorm Of Ideas
We started looking at Unsigned.com and realise there are so many music genres and some that we haven't even heard of. We take our time to listen to the genres we haven't heard of as the will provide us fresh ideas in order to create something for an audience and not for groupies or a group of fans. This did not go down to well.
We took a break and thought about what we like to do, what we could do with the resources made available to us, possible artists/bands we could follow upon many more things.
Here was our conclusion.
Brainstorm Of Ideas
In addition we refrained from using rap music as it may be difficult to lip sync against.
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