Sound

How to shoot a music video

Somehow I managed to find myself working on the set of two music videos over the last couple of weeks. Making a music video is usually a bit easier than most other types of productions, but it has some of its own unique challenges. But after reading this article you should be well equipped to face those challenges.

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License Free Music from Moby

I’ll be honest and say I’m not a huge fan of Moby’s music. But there is no denying that in terms of videos, commercials, and films he is one of the most licensed musicians composing today. Even if you are like me, and don’t enjoy listening to his music in your car, you have to admit his music works well in movies. That’s why I got really excited when I found out that he is offering to license his music for free.

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A tip to improve your fight scenes

You can’t make an action movie without a few fight scenes. However, fight scenes come in all flavors…there’s the stylish martial arts type, the american bar fight style, weapons fights, and the two people who don’t know how to fight beating the crap out of each other style. But regardless of the style, there is one often overlooked technique that can turn a snooze fest into an edge of your seat thriller: Sound Design…

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Thinking about distribution? Check out FilmSpecific.com

I can’t recall exactly how I first found out about Stacey Parks, but wherever it was I instantly signed up for her newsletter. Something sparked my interest in her news letter that made me comment on her blog. She contacted me shortly thereafter and sent me a link to her new website, Film Specific. It’s something you really have to check out.

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