Category Archives: Audio-Visuals

Anything focused on Audio-Visual elements… YouTube, etc.

Moving On :: Poolboi Blu Connects With Chief And TheDoomsdayDevice For ‘Cloudy’ Music Video

It’s been a long time coming, but poolboi blu and Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice have reconnected!  After poolboi blu‘s starring role in Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice‘s second short film, HELP ME, the two have been scheming on working together again.  The opportunity has presented itself in the form of cloudy, the second single from poolboi blu‘s latest release, horseplay.  The song and video are an exploration on learning to embrace the moment even when memories of the past remain.  Check it out, share it, give it a like, leave a comment, etc. etc., and let us know if you want more Chief and TheDoomsdayDevice directed videos for future poolboi blu output.

-chief

Systematic Breakdown :: Moodie Black Waxes Poetic On Free Thinking With ‘Freedom’ Video

Moodie Black has never been a crew afraid of taking a stance, and there has always been a sense of creative freedom fostered by K that was admittedly influenced by artists like Kanye West.  It should come as no surprise, then, that the latest video from the dynamite Lucas Acid, a little diddy about unrestricted thought and acceptance of self known as Freedom, would fall in an eerily similar trajectory with Kanye‘s latest batch of polarizing statements and actions, a fact which was not missed by in preparing the video and its rollout.  All of that jazz aside, this video is showing Moodie Black honing in on their well-developed aesthetic in a way that may finally be palatable to listeners and viewers that continue to front.  Then again, the information age does not equal the enlightenment era, so maybe artists like Moodie Black will continue to break new ground that will be recognized far too late.

-chief

Building Breakdowns :: AKAdemics Represent CHHK With ‘Creation Of Destruction’ Music Video

Over the last few years, the Austin-based collective College of Hip Hop Knowledge has provided an arena for upcoming creatives to build with one another and hone their energies/skills into productive output.  Most recently, CHHK has birthed the group AKAdemics, comprised of members Big Mic, Jsun the Prophesor, and DJ Berlin.  Their latest single and video, Creation of Destruction, is an honest look at how America tends to be the master of their own negative destiny, glorifying the things that they shun at breakneck intervals.  The newreel footage blends seamlessly with the original images captured for the video, resulting in a very informed piece of work with visual and informational replay value.  Definitely support these guys and their efforts, as they are trying to make positive change on multiple levels.

-chief

Capturing Noise :: Punk With A Camera Welcomes Moodie Black

Aside from shooting music videos and live show footage for acts all across the country, Punk with a Camera hosts a YouTube channel featuring sessions from local and touring acts.  Recently Moodie Black stopped by while on the road in support of their latest release, Lucas Acid.  The duo performed V a n o w e n, the opening track off of the incredibly forthright project.  Check out the video, share it, leave a comment and all that jazz.

-chief

Leveling Up :: Jeffrey Garcia Readies ‘Radio Candy’ For Release

After a successful crowdfunding venture and many weeks in production, Jeffrey Garcia is almost ready to release his latest creation, and Radio Candy looks like a doozey for real.  With Justin Conway (of Conwaythewhale), Nix Nova, and a host of Garcia regulars in tow, and what looks to be a reinvigorated and bolder approach to his already irreverently brilliant visions, Radio Candy looks to be a definitive point in both 2018’s creative output and Garcia‘s long term career.

-chief

Synesthetic Dive :: Poolboi Blu And J Brodsnax Collab For ‘Ringtone’ Visuals

The music of poolboi blu can sometimes feel deeper than just your standard boom bap or new jack swing-esque production.  The homeboy has a way of creating sonic textures and landscapes that are emotionally evocative.  Therefore, seeing what j brodsnax put together for the ringtone music video was a pleasant surprise.  The visuals work subtly with the notes that chase one another around the high hats and drums that poolboi blu sequences, even throwing a few visual riddles into the mix.  Definitely worth your time, likes and shares.  Also, get hip to horseplay if you haven’t already, because there’s more video work coming…

-chief

Wild Style :: PNTHN And Jeffrey Garcia Team Up Once Again For ‘Chrome’

Chrome is not the first time that Jeffrey Garcia has directed a video for PNTHN, but so much has happened for both camps since their last collaboration that Chrome serves as exhibit A for evidence of growth.  Garcia has become an award-winning short film director, slowly working his way through the independent festival circuit in the search for a big opportunity.  PNTHN has taken their potential energy and turned it into tons of exposure and many chances to rock for crowds all over Texas.  Chrome could serve as the first true statement video for PNTHN in the wake of their new-found success, and as another wonderful notch in Garcia‘s creative belt.  Definitely spread this one around, as everyone involved deserves the love this one is getting.

-chief

Thankful Days :: Virgil Wolfe And Punk With A Camera Visually Express ‘Gratitude’

Virgil Wolfe brought the musical vision, Punk With A Camera brought what it took to capture the vision in music video form, and Rib Fest Records helped make it all possible.  The result is a testimonial style slice of life in the form of Gratitude, where we find Wolfe reflecting on all things big and small worth pointing out, because all of this shaped him into the man he is today.  Punk With A Camera helps make everything easy to relate to, keeping the environments grounded rather than forcing Wolfe to posture like someone he is not.  These are the kind of videos that both resonate good vibes and help you unlock your ability to do the same.  Give it a like, a share and a comment, and keep supporting your favorite indie creators.

-chief

Burger Time! :: Meal Ticket Envisions ‘The Big One’ With New Music Video

Woah.  Bird Peterson and Mike 2600, collectively known as Meal Ticket, have just put out what can be described as a mindf#ck of a music video with The Big One.  I’m not going to ramble on about it, because words will not do it justice.  Trust me, just hit play on this one.  Then hit like.  Then hit share.  If you’re not completely speechless, leave a comment.  Who knows?  Maybe that will inspire more of this beautifully brilliant wildness.

-chief

Hot Seat :: Taszlin Muerte Of BLXPLTN Sits Down With Mabel Of Music Felon

Music Felon is not only out there constantly showing love to local artists, they are giving young journalists opportunities to gain valuable experience and confidence by doing what they love.  Mabel and her interview series is the perfect example of both things… you can see her getting more comfortable with each interview, and her unique perspective and presentation allows the interview subjects to let down their guard.  One of her recent interviews was with the homeboy Tasz from BLXPLTN.  Check it out, give it a like, share and comment, and keep supporting local creatives!

-chief