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Applause for Bob Boilen’s Tiny Desk Concerts
There are moments when you first hear the melody or lyric of an unfamiliar song that can result in pleasant skin tingling sensations, a welling up of energy, or an emotional response like tears or joy. We are introduced to these experiences by friends, music evangelists, or clever marketing campaigns. The later has made use of increasingly potent visuals in the form of music videos and/or subliminal presentation of catchy tunes in advertisements, television shows, and film in order to introduce us to new music experiences. Continue reading
Up There documentary tells the story of hand painted billboards
A big thank you to Adam Flanagan over at the 160 Over 90 blog who shared a link to a lovely documentary, titled Up There, about the men who hand paint billboards in New York City. The documentary was directed by Malcolm Murray and produced by Mekanism. As an aside, if you get a chance, go check out Mekanism’s home page — the random, fun, clever videos that load may inspire creativity or laughter. Continue reading
Nuno Rocha’s 3×3
So much can be communicated without ever speaking a word. Nuno Rocha‘s 3×3, an award winning short film, introduces us to a janitor and security guard who both have a passion for basketball. As the story unfolds, it is hard … Continue reading
16: Moments – A short film by Will Hoffman
After hearing WNYC’s Radio Lab show about moments of death, filmmaker Will Hoffman went out in search of moments of life. The video (embedded below) is what Will found. By the way, if you are not listening to WYNC’s Radio … Continue reading
Video: Lost Generation
This poem/video is really great. Take a peak and see if it describes your life.
A short love story in stop motion
Simply beautiful. Take a peak and enjoy. A SHORT LOVE STORY IN STOP MOTION from Carlos Lascano on Vimeo.
Awesome 80s-style video from Noel Paul & Stefan Moore
I like her pony tail – i do, i do. Holy crap folks, video effects killed the video star! I can’t decide if this is so bad that I like it. The have committed to the style and gone all … Continue reading
Creative sketchbook music video for Doors’ People are Strange
I close my eyes and wish and pray that santa will bring me the creative ambition to make something as different and clever as this. People are strange from Denis Fongue on Vimeo.
Gameplay footage: Noby Noby Boy
From the creators of Katamari… Noby Noby Boy 'Thread Donuts' gameplay HD
Chevy Traverse shoes downpour commercial
I love the music in the background of this add. It is by Emy Reynolds, titled “Make me a wish” — a track off a yet to be released album. Nice little diddy! The Chicago Tribune Blog has a comprehensive … Continue reading
