As discussed, when creating the music video I have to ensure that the song/track used is not mainstream or copyrighted (due to legal reasons). After searching the web, I came across another website that provides individuals with songs they can use in their work. The website is known as Unsigned.com.
Unsigned.com is a website for unsigned artists and bands to host their mp3s/tracks/songs and get exposure. The website showcases unsigned artists, independent labels. The genre of music played on the website include Hip-Hop, R'n'B, Rap, Indie, Acoustics and many more.
If used acknowledgements would be made I the final product.
Monday, 17 August 2009
Inspiration - King Of Pop - Michael Jackson
A great leader, icon, inspiration, idol, star, inventor and possible creator/founder of pop music the one and only King Of Pop and late Michael Jackson (MJ); created a path/ led the way/made pop music what it is today.
I have decided to look at MJ because he has created many unbelievable music videos through the years and has ensured that each video is different. Whether he'd be creating a story, showing off his spectacular dance moves or creating a montage (combination of images/photos that are related or have a link) his videos defiantly stand to attention and capture audiences and fans.
Videos that demonstrate MJ's dance moves include:
- Smooth Criminal (1987)
- Thriller (1984)
- Beat It (1983)
Videos that present the audience with a montage include:
- Man In The Mirror (1988)
- Heal The World (1991)
Videos that tell a story include:
- Billie Jean (1982)
- The Way You Make Me Feel (1987)
- Leave Me Alone (1989)
- Scream (1995)
MJ's collaborations with:
- Paul McCartney (Say, Say, Say)
- Chris Tucker (You Rock My World) although not a collaboration featured in this 2005 track.
MJ has performed with other amazing artist such as Akon, Briney Spears, Nysnc, Destinys Child, Fergie, Usher and many more.......
*ALL THE ABOVE VIDEOS CAN BE SEEN ON YOU TUBE*
Thursday, 6 August 2009
100 Graeatest Hits - Part 2
*NOT ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
89 - Smashing Pumpkins release the song Tonight Tonight in 1992
88 - I Want Love sang by Elton John (an icon to music) which focuses on Drug Addiction. Other well known songs mentioned at this position include Elton's Don't Go Breaking My Heart with KiKi Dee as well as his song I'm Still Standing ... yeah yeah yeah (I actually knew this song and was dancing along with it.
77 - When this song came on everybody was on their feet doing the dance moves. It was so funny. MC Hammer with Can't Touch This. Although this is Old Skool, it is still played at parties, raves, pubs and clubs and at the odd disco. This well known song brought dance music and baggy pants with is catchy dance moves and harem trousers. This is what I call an introduction to break dancing but also brought back the 1940's fashion.
76 - This was a song by the one and only, famous British Pop Band, The Beatles. I would like to call them the boy band, of all boy bands. In 1967 they brought about a song called The Strawberry Field.
74 - In the year 2000 as part of a new millennium, Wu Tang Clang came up with a song called Gravel Pit. How could they!!! This is not a song for a new millennium.
70 - Police - Every Breath You Take - 1983 - Black and White Images of artist singing. P-Diddy has also created a copy of the song.
64 - Bjork - Human Behaviour - 1993
89 - Smashing Pumpkins release the song Tonight Tonight in 1992
88 - I Want Love sang by Elton John (an icon to music) which focuses on Drug Addiction. Other well known songs mentioned at this position include Elton's Don't Go Breaking My Heart with KiKi Dee as well as his song I'm Still Standing ... yeah yeah yeah (I actually knew this song and was dancing along with it.
77 - When this song came on everybody was on their feet doing the dance moves. It was so funny. MC Hammer with Can't Touch This. Although this is Old Skool, it is still played at parties, raves, pubs and clubs and at the odd disco. This well known song brought dance music and baggy pants with is catchy dance moves and harem trousers. This is what I call an introduction to break dancing but also brought back the 1940's fashion.
76 - This was a song by the one and only, famous British Pop Band, The Beatles. I would like to call them the boy band, of all boy bands. In 1967 they brought about a song called The Strawberry Field.
74 - In the year 2000 as part of a new millennium, Wu Tang Clang came up with a song called Gravel Pit. How could they!!! This is not a song for a new millennium.
70 - Police - Every Breath You Take - 1983 - Black and White Images of artist singing. P-Diddy has also created a copy of the song.
64 - Bjork - Human Behaviour - 1993
Types Of Music Genres
Just like films, music has several different genres. Ranging from reggae to indie and classical to punk and many more. Below are a few of the music genres.
Jazz Music
Jazz Music
- Originated in 20th century in African American communities.
- Other related genres include; Blues, Folk, March and Ragtime (which on their own create other music genres)
- Typical Instruments include: Vocals, Saxophone, Trombone, Flute, Drums, Guitar, Double Base and many more.
- Jazz music also forms sub genres such as Mini-Jazz, Gypsy Jazz as well as Fusion genres such as Calypso Jazz, Free Funk.
Rock Music
- Originated early 1950’s in the UK and USA.
- Typical instruments include; Electric and Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Drums, Synthesizer
- Stylistic origins include Country, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll.
- Sub Genres include: Grunge Hard Rock, Christian Rock.
- Fusion Genres include: Rap Rock, Afro Rock, Samba Rock
Reggae Music
- Originated in Jamaica in the late 1960’s.
- Related genres include; R ‘n’ B, Jazz, Blues, Mento, Calypso, Ska, Rock Steady.
- Related instruments include, BASS, Drums, Guitar, Organ, Melodica, Brass Instruments.
- Also known as Dancehall and Dub
- Sub genres include; Roots Reggae, Lovers rock.
- Fusion genres; Reggae fusion, Saggae, 2 Tone.
Dance Music
- Originated/ established in the 1920’s
- Constructed/created mainly for the use of dancing
- Forms of dance formed through dance music include the famous Cha-Cha, Tango, Waltz and Salsa. Modern day dance music consists of break dancing, free styling.
Gospel Music
- Originated in the 20th century in the US
- Instruments used are; vocals, Organ, Guitar, Drums, Horns, Piano, Hammond
- Mainstream popularity is Interracial
- Used to express the thoughts and feelings of Christian life
- Sub genres; Urban Contemporary Gospel, Southern Gospel
- Fusion Genres; Christian Gospel Music.
Other music music genres/styles include African, Classical, Country, Folk and Traditional, Latin, Middle Eastern, Musicals, New Age, R'n'B, Rap and Hip Hop and many more.
Tuesday, 21 July 2009
100 Greatest Hits - Part 1
As part of our inspiration and research/plan of our music video we sat back, relaxed and watch a programme about the 100 Greatest Hits. In doing so this allowed us to look at both past and present music videos and simply analyse why that music made it into the charts of 100 Greatest Hits.
99 - Bronski Beat with their song Smalltown Boy (1984). One of the singers in the band (John Summerville made audiences/fans aware of homosexuality(gay relationships/couples) by creating this music video. This was a also a first. In fact it was the first gay pop video, which helped bring about artist such as Elton John, Boy George and George Michael.
97 - At number 97 we have Brimful of Asha sung by Cornershop. I actually remembered this song and couldn't believe it made the 100 Greatest Hits but I had to remember that the programme went back a few years. Listening to this track reminded me of the past summers. I must admit it was a tune. The artists Cornershop discussed this song as a creation after listening to many different records that they enjoyed.
96 - When this song came on everybody was singing along as if it was a Disney sing-a-long. This also brought back memories but I was proud it made the 100 Greatest Hits. So Solid Crew with 21 seconds (2001) brought out this track at a great moment. During this period youth crime began to escalate and the band helped to engage youths into the music industry.
*NOTE ALL 100 WILL BE LISTED*
100 - This was Musical Youth with their song Pass The Dutchie (1982). Now this was the first black pop video ( and not Michael Jackson - as we all thought), due to racial problems black pop videos were kept to a minimum. Music video channels/organisations e.g. MTV did not engage in black artist/bands. However, we later find out that one man changed it all.
100 - This was Musical Youth with their song Pass The Dutchie (1982). Now this was the first black pop video ( and not Michael Jackson - as we all thought), due to racial problems black pop videos were kept to a minimum. Music video channels/organisations e.g. MTV did not engage in black artist/bands. However, we later find out that one man changed it all.
99 - Bronski Beat with their song Smalltown Boy (1984). One of the singers in the band (John Summerville made audiences/fans aware of homosexuality(gay relationships/couples) by creating this music video. This was a also a first. In fact it was the first gay pop video, which helped bring about artist such as Elton John, Boy George and George Michael.
97 - At number 97 we have Brimful of Asha sung by Cornershop. I actually remembered this song and couldn't believe it made the 100 Greatest Hits but I had to remember that the programme went back a few years. Listening to this track reminded me of the past summers. I must admit it was a tune. The artists Cornershop discussed this song as a creation after listening to many different records that they enjoyed.
96 - When this song came on everybody was singing along as if it was a Disney sing-a-long. This also brought back memories but I was proud it made the 100 Greatest Hits. So Solid Crew with 21 seconds (2001) brought out this track at a great moment. During this period youth crime began to escalate and the band helped to engage youths into the music industry.
Tuesday, 14 July 2009
Music Ideas
Prior to starting the topic I looked at a range of music videos. In order to do so I asked my fellow classmates for a few ideas of music videos they enjoyed to watch. Due to the fact that we are all individuals with different tastes I gained a wide range/selection of videos. My class teacher recommended that I look at the following:
- The Beatles - Rain
- Coldplay - The Scientist
- Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer
In doing so he gave me an idea to how music videos can differ in a sense that some have a storyline while others are abstract and animated. In turn one shows that artist walking back although the song is not played backwards. There is also a change in colour used in music videos over the years.
My music video that I very much enjoyed was UB40's Red Red Wine; simply because it was a random choice and I knew no one would choose it.
Conventions Of A Music Video
Although not mentioned in the brief Conventions of a Music Video need to be considered.
In order to under-go the making of the music video it is important to establish the conventions of a music video. These conventions are simply the common elements or factors that create or form the basis of a final product.
In order to under-go the making of the music video it is important to establish the conventions of a music video. These conventions are simply the common elements or factors that create or form the basis of a final product.
- Storyline
- Abstract ( no storyline)
- Lip sync
- Dancing
- Singing
- Mise-en-scene
- Costume, Hair and Make Up
- Props (Instruments)
- Setting/Location
- Lighting and Colour
- Positioning of character (band/artist) within the frame) - Editing
- Special Effects
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