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13 July 09

Eclectic Method Picks Up Where EBN Left Off

In the early 90’s a buddy of mine brought home a stack of obscure video tapes from the local rental shop. Among those was a video from the “band” Emergency Broadcast Network. Their songs consisted of music tracks layered with video scratching. It was the first music I ever heard that wasn’t complete without the video.  Harrison Ford screaming “get down” in their track “Get Down” is forever seared into my brain.

When I first heard Eclectic Method a few weeks ago, I couldn’t help thinking of EBN. Turns out one of the old members is part of this act.

With the proliferation of video, and the methods for creating and editing audio visuals continually getting cheaper, this is an approach to authoring music that I’m sure will continue to grow.

EBN was definitely before their time. Glad to see this technique gaining ground.

Logan’s A Volta

Warning: NC-17. This video contains simulated acts of sex and violence.

When viewing this spot on my iTouch I first thought it stop motion. It’s clearly CG, but impressive nonetheless. It’s hard not to compare this to the Brothers Quay (what’s not?), but the synchronized camera tracking and depth of field with the music track bring it to another level.

Inspired by the work of The Date Farmers, the spot was created by Logan.

More at BoingBoing

23 June 09

HunterGatherer Has Wood on Lockdown

HunterGatherer is a design, illustration, animation and production studio based in Brooklyn, NY.

Their organic, hand-made aesthetic creates a playful and expressive quality to the work. The dedication to, and joy in, their craft is evident. And as they put it, their unique process enables them to create a unique output. How many designers do you know that use a table saw on a regular basis?

The interview below was created to celebrate the launch of some new products developed for Incase.

12 June 09

Boom Boom Pow

Not a huge fan of The Black Eyed Peas, but there’s some nice visual design and digital effects happening in this video. And hey, they use auto-tune!

26 May 09

Gucci Spot by Chris Cunningham

Music video director Chris Cunningham directs this spot for Gucci. Rumor has it that Neuromancer and Cunningham are not meant to be. Sigh.

It’s been interesting to see the luxury brands branch out with their directorial choices. Here’s another spot for Chanel No.5 directed by Jean Pierre Jeunet.

via DARE