Monday, March 8, 2010
Monday, February 1, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Nicely done animation by Kristofer Strom. It makes me want to put on my shiny shoes.
Labels: animation, illustration, Kristofer Strom, video
Monday, December 14, 2009
If you're into hand-drawn animations and cartoons, then you'll probably find this video on Disney's Multiplane camera pretty darn interesting. The man himself presents the segment and explains the technology.
Thanks to Shawn for passing this along.
Labels: animation, illustration, Multiplane Camera, video, Walt Disney
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Beautiful new promo trailer for the Sy Fy Channel by London-based 4Creative. It's an outstanding piece of work.
Labels: 4Creative, Sy Fy Channel, video
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Easy to follow instructional video on the Relief printmaking process.
Labels: relief printing, resource, video
Thursday, November 5, 2009
I didn't really feel like writing today, so here's some 90s Hip Hop courtesy of Das EFX.
Labels: 90s Hip Hop, Das EFX, music, video
Thursday, October 22, 2009
This video offers a nice look at Nashville-based Hatch Show Print, one of the oldest letterpress shops in the US.
Labels: graphic design, Hatch Show Print, letterpress, poster, resource, video
Thursday, October 1, 2009
I always wondered how my work pants would fare against a giant angry beaver attack. Now I know.
Labels: ad campaign, commercial, Duluth Trading Co, giant beaver, video
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Video projection project by The Darkroom. Thanks to Shawn for the link.
Labels: interactive design, The Darkroom, video
Friday, August 14, 2009
Shepard Fairey from Arkitip on Vimeo.
Labels: artist, fine art, illustration, resource, Shepard Fairey, video
Friday, August 7, 2009
Here is a time-lapse video of the project, Obsessions Make My Life Worse and My Life Better, that was created for the Droog Event 2: Urban Play in Amsterdam. The public art installation took eight days, and used 250,000 euro cents consisting of four different tonal shades.
Additional images and videos of the project
Labels: graphic design, Obsessions Make My Life Worse and My Life Better, Sagmeister Inc., video
Friday, July 31, 2009
Two very different, yet equally interesting videos on typography.
Labels: David Dabner, graphic design, London College of Printing, resource, Vancouver film school, video
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Shell, Performance: V Power from Stardust Studios on Vimeo.
It's not everyday that you a see a watercolor-inspired gasoline ad, but that's the concept behind JWT London's, Shell Performance: V Power 30-second spot. The results are unexpectedly interesting.
Labels: ad campaign, commercial, JWT, Shell, video
Thursday, June 18, 2009
British guerrilla and graffiti artist Banksy has just opened a secret exhibition of 100 works at Bristol's City Museum and Art Gallery (the artist's hometown).
A nice article with images from the Daily Mail can be viewed at the link below.
Labels: article, artist, Banksy, Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery, fine art, museums, video
Friday, June 12, 2009
If you are into Blues, then you will dig these fantastic Skip James acoustic recordings from 1966 & 1967 respectively.
Labels: All night long, Devil Got My Woman, music, Skip James, video
Friday, June 5, 2009
I'm officially old.
The realization came while watching the new Wieden+Kennedy created Heineken commercial titled Let A Stranger Drive You Home. It's clear that the music I listened to in school has skipped a generation and been packed-away long enough that it's now retro cool. I'm sure Biz Markie is quite pleased with the result; I on the other hand am not.
On a side note, here are two of the best flows that 90s Hip Hop has to offer — Pete Rock and Buckshot Shorty in da’ house.
The realization came while watching the new Wieden+Kennedy created Heineken commercial titled Let A Stranger Drive You Home. It's clear that the music I listened to in school has skipped a generation and been packed-away long enough that it's now retro cool. I'm sure Biz Markie is quite pleased with the result; I on the other hand am not.
On a side note, here are two of the best flows that 90s Hip Hop has to offer — Pete Rock and Buckshot Shorty in da’ house.
Labels: 90s Hip Hop, Biz Markie, Black Moon, commercial, Heineken, music, Pete Rock, They reminisce over you, video, Who's got the props, Wieden+Kennedy
Friday, May 15, 2009
Here’s a little Friday afternoon humor for you.
This video proves that the power of the censor beep is pretty amazing. The implied impropriety can transform an innocent child’s show into something that would make my Grandmother blush. Just keep in mind, the mystery word is ‘count.’
*Questionable workplace viewing*
This video proves that the power of the censor beep is pretty amazing. The implied impropriety can transform an innocent child’s show into something that would make my Grandmother blush. Just keep in mind, the mystery word is ‘count.’
*Questionable workplace viewing*
Labels: humor, The Count Censored, video
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
WARNING...Sense of humor required.
Tom’s running diary of things he learned while watching these graphic design career videos:
1. When discussing your qualifications, be sure to keep your awards and diploma visible at all times
2. Awards and praise let designers know that what they’re doing is “making a difference”
3. An Associates Degree will allow you to “go places”
4. Design elements should be integrated into the design
5. If a sports team has a preexisting color scheme, you may want to incorporate those colors into their design work
6. There are many different ways you can apply for different jobs
7. Clients like to pick-and-choose design elements
8. Clients really like “energy bursts”
9. Clients probably won’t like your font or color choices
10. Clients like to put their logo on their worker’s jackets
11. Clients will be happy with the end results, as long as they’re given variety
When producing a set of graphic design career videos, always remember to:
1. Sit in front of a computer that is older than your teenage child
2. Never turn down the volume on your monitor — it allows your audience to appreciate the sounds of the world’s first screen saver
3. Never edit your footage to make your career video better
4. Rarely make eye contact with the camera, but be sure to look down-and-to-the-left and to the producer standing to the side of the camera as often as possible
5. Never waste time writing a script, they are overrated — your audience will appreciate your ability to “keep it real”
Tom’s running diary of things he learned while watching these graphic design career videos:
1. When discussing your qualifications, be sure to keep your awards and diploma visible at all times
2. Awards and praise let designers know that what they’re doing is “making a difference”
3. An Associates Degree will allow you to “go places”
4. Design elements should be integrated into the design
5. If a sports team has a preexisting color scheme, you may want to incorporate those colors into their design work
6. There are many different ways you can apply for different jobs
7. Clients like to pick-and-choose design elements
8. Clients really like “energy bursts”
9. Clients probably won’t like your font or color choices
10. Clients like to put their logo on their worker’s jackets
11. Clients will be happy with the end results, as long as they’re given variety
When producing a set of graphic design career videos, always remember to:
1. Sit in front of a computer that is older than your teenage child
2. Never turn down the volume on your monitor — it allows your audience to appreciate the sounds of the world’s first screen saver
3. Never edit your footage to make your career video better
4. Rarely make eye contact with the camera, but be sure to look down-and-to-the-left and to the producer standing to the side of the camera as often as possible
5. Never waste time writing a script, they are overrated — your audience will appreciate your ability to “keep it real”
Labels: graphic design, graphic design career videos, humor, resource, video
Monday, April 27, 2009
I really enjoy the quiet sophistication of these recent commercials for Valspar paint. They combine a strong concept, interesting visuals and refined music — all of which help to create a set of memorable 30-second spots. Well done.
In case you were curious, the agency of record for Valspar is Euro RSCG Chicago.
Labels: ad campaign, commercial, Euro RSCG Chicago, Valspar, video
Monday, March 30, 2009
I dig this time-lapse video by Sydney-based photographer Keith Loutit. While all the frames are authentic, I can’t help but feel like the piece exists somewhere between real and surreal.
Labels: Keith Loutit, photography, video
Thursday, March 19, 2009
I really enjoy the Reese's ad campaign and wanted to find out which agency was responsible for it.
I haven't been able to confirm that they were responsible for the concept, but Arnold Wordwide is credited with creating the above spots. The minimalist approach can sometimes backfire when applied to commercials, but these do just enough to remain interesting. The visual style is nice as well, as the candy illustrations and background color choices appear retro, while the typography and cropping seem contemporary.
Labels: ad campaign, Arnold Wordwide, commercial, graphic design, Reese’s, video
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
This Grammar Rock Pronoun video is one of my all time favorites. It has a great song, fun visuals and is surprisingly informative to boot. So good.
Labels: animation, illustration, video
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
This commercial gets inside your head and lives there...much like the Filet-o-Fish, which gets inside your intestines...and lives there. Now, who’s ready for lunch?
* Bonus McDonald’s menu calorie-counter Goodness:
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese: 740
Premium Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich: 630
Large French Fries: 500
Deluxe Breakfast (w/o Syrup & Margarine): 1150
Strawberry Triple Thick Shake (32 fl oz.): 1110
Labels: ad campaign, commercial, McDonald’s, video
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Here are several nicely illustrated theater intermissions — a treat for those who are old enough to remember them, and a history lesson for those who aren’t. I wasn’t able to track down specific dates for the videos, but if I had to guess, they probably range from the late 1950s to 1970.
Anyway, enjoy the retro goodness.
Anyway, enjoy the retro goodness.
Labels: animation, illustration, Theater Intermissions, video
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Agency Fusion has created an infomercial style video for the fictitious Make My Logo Bigger Cream.
While the idea of designers poking fun at clients for wanting a huge logo is not new, the video still tends to be more clever than not — albeit overly repetitive and borderline annoying with the multiple product variations at the middle and end of the piece.
Labels: Agency Fusion, graphic design, humor, interactive design, resource, video
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Candy, candy, candy…
It’s Skittles day on the blog, so in honor of the tasty treat, I have selected two print ads, two commercials, and as an after-work bonus, the recipe for a Skittles-infused adult beverage.
(Agency: TBWAChiatDay, New York, USA Art Directors: Hans Seeger, Craig Allen Creative Directors: Scott Vitrone, Ian Reichenthal, Gerry Graf Copywriter: Ashley Davis)
Skittles print ads at Ads of the World
Skittles Vodka
It’s Skittles day on the blog, so in honor of the tasty treat, I have selected two print ads, two commercials, and as an after-work bonus, the recipe for a Skittles-infused adult beverage.
(Agency: TBWAChiatDay, New York, USA Art Directors: Hans Seeger, Craig Allen Creative Directors: Scott Vitrone, Ian Reichenthal, Gerry Graf Copywriter: Ashley Davis)
Labels: ad campaign, commercial, graphic design, Skittles, TBWAChiatDay, video
Friday, February 20, 2009
This clip is probably 250 seconds longer than it needs to be, but I can forgive the length because this may be the most fantastic flying sequence ever committed to celluloid.
Inadequate special effects are typically susceptible to harsh criticism and disbelief, but this video actually hits that sweet spot between terrible, high comedy and camp.
The shadows from where the actors are standing on the floor are a fabulous touch. Well done.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Here’s a treat for all you fans of The Beatles and their animated film Yellow Submarine.
While the art and animation for Yellow Submarine has often been attributed to pop artist Peter Max, the film was actually art directed by Heinz Edelmann, and the animators include: Paul Driessen, Cam Ford, Anne Jolliffe, Tony Cuthbert, Geoff Collins, Jim Hiltz, Ron Campbell and Hester Coblenz.
Enjoy.
While the art and animation for Yellow Submarine has often been attributed to pop artist Peter Max, the film was actually art directed by Heinz Edelmann, and the animators include: Paul Driessen, Cam Ford, Anne Jolliffe, Tony Cuthbert, Geoff Collins, Jim Hiltz, Ron Campbell and Hester Coblenz.
Enjoy.
Labels: animation, music, The Beatles, video, Yellow Submarine
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
I wanted to point out one additional commercial that aired during the 2009 Super Bowl — Denny’s Nanner Puss.
Rarely do I wish that commercials were longer, but so is the case with Nanner Puss. It has just the right mix of unexpected oddity and cult-potential that 15-seconds is just not enough.
Labels: 2009 Super Bowl Ads, ad campaign, commercial, Denny’s, video
Monday, February 2, 2009
As a whole, I thought the super-expensive Super Bowl ads lacked the memorability and humor of the past several years — I honestly can’t remember laughing once.
Choosing from the small group of standout commercials, my pick for best ad of the 2009 Super Bowl — the wonderfully animated spot for Coca-Cola, titled Heist.
Note to Budweiser: drinkability + drinkability + drinkability + Clydesdale + drinkability + Clydesdale + Clydesdale + Clydesdale + drinkability = me not buying your products out of repetitive annoyance.
Choosing from the small group of standout commercials, my pick for best ad of the 2009 Super Bowl — the wonderfully animated spot for Coca-Cola, titled Heist.
Note to Budweiser: drinkability + drinkability + drinkability + Clydesdale + drinkability + Clydesdale + Clydesdale + Clydesdale + drinkability = me not buying your products out of repetitive annoyance.
Labels: 2009 Super Bowl Ads, ad campaign, Coca-Cola, commercial, video
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Complexity disguised as calming simplicity is not an easily achievable task, but these Japanese fountains accomplish just that.
The first video shows the Canal City fountain in Hakata, Japan — the use of water was so unexpected that it was unclear to me at first what I was looking at. The second video shows a clock fountain in Kanazawa, Japan, and while significantly understated in comparison to Canal City, it is nonetheless impressive in its clever functionality.
The first video shows the Canal City fountain in Hakata, Japan — the use of water was so unexpected that it was unclear to me at first what I was looking at. The second video shows a clock fountain in Kanazawa, Japan, and while significantly understated in comparison to Canal City, it is nonetheless impressive in its clever functionality.
Labels: Japanese Fountains, video
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thanks to my cousin, the Swiss Army Librarian, for the video link to the alphabet pop-up book — very cool find.
The second video reminds me of something I might have received as a professor — from a student who likes beer and herb way more than they like work and effort. It made me laugh, but he still would have a gotten a C- at best.
The second video reminds me of something I might have received as a professor — from a student who likes beer and herb way more than they like work and effort. It made me laugh, but he still would have a gotten a C- at best.
Labels: books, graphic design, Swiss Army Librarian, video
Thursday, October 23, 2008
British street artist Banksy has his first official New York exhibition, "pet shop."
The link is to a BBC video profile of the exhibition, which really helps to showcase the underlying theme and also gives the viewer a better understanding of the overall "shop" setting. I have to admit, the hot dog and chicken nugget works are fantastic.
Maybe it has to do with my age, or possibly just nostalgia, but I love the trend of using Mario Paint Composer to arrange well-known music. It’s great because the program is simple yet capable of complexity, fun to watch, and just so darn campy. The music system was originally created for Mario Paint on the Super NES, however contemporary remakes have found their way onto the internet, including this downloadable version by unFun Games. Enjoy.
Labels: games, humor, Mario Paint Composer, video
Friday, September 12, 2008
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Sia just racked-up 4000 cool points by covering the “legendary” Britney Spears dance phenomenon, Gimme More.
OMG...Itz Britney, Bitch! LOL ;)
OMG...Itz Britney, Bitch! LOL ;)
Labels: Britney Spears, music, Sia, video
Monday, August 25, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
Check out this time-lapse video by Raffaela Picca, aka Pixelgod. Using only Microsoft Paint, Picca sketches, then renders in detail a sports coupe. It’s pretty impressive, considering the limitations of such a basic drawing application.
Labels: artist, illustration, Pixelgod, Raffaela Picca, video
Monday, August 11, 2008
If you’ve ever wanted step-by-step instructions into the art of bookbinding, look no further. Teacher and binder Peter Baumgartner has put together this how-to video that covers each step in the bookbinding process.
I give you fair warning, what you are about to see offers very little pizzazz, and if you are seeking entertainment, you will certainly be disappointed — however, the video is informative, and with multiple viewings, I think most folks could successfully follow along.
The video has been broken into six segments, and most segments runs between 6 – 9 minutes. After the last video, there is a link to download the sewing template.
Sewing Template Link
I give you fair warning, what you are about to see offers very little pizzazz, and if you are seeking entertainment, you will certainly be disappointed — however, the video is informative, and with multiple viewings, I think most folks could successfully follow along.
The video has been broken into six segments, and most segments runs between 6 – 9 minutes. After the last video, there is a link to download the sewing template.
Labels: books, Peter Baumgartner, resource, video
Thursday, July 31, 2008
It’s a long weekend for me...going out-of-town in a few hours to visit family, and then driving to the Radiohead concert in Indianapolis, Sunday night. I’ve been a fan of theirs since Pablo Honey, and am pretty excited because I’ve yet to see them perform live.
I’ll leave it up to Joe Esposito to start the weekend off right with an ass kickin’ Daniel Laruso video.
Jesus Sighting Update!!!
Man, do I love a good Jesus sighting. When somebody sends me a photo, or I come across a news story with the title, “Jesus face appears in Alabama couple’s potato salad”, I’m like a kid in a candy store. Rarely am I ever disappointed, and when I saw the recent headline, “Family Claims to See Jesus in Cat Fur”, I was downright giddy. But alas, disappointment ensued.
Jesus Sighting Update, Update!!!
I was so upset with my inability to see Jesus in these cat photos, that I magnified the image x 6400, and sure enough, Jesus is there. You might have to squint your eyes a bit, and turn your head slightly to the left, just as the sun is setting, but trust me, He’s there. *
* Oh snap, who just got punk’d? It’s really just my cat with a painting of Jesus slapped on. Try not to be so gullible next time.
I’ll leave it up to Joe Esposito to start the weekend off right with an ass kickin’ Daniel Laruso video.
Jesus Sighting Update!!!
Man, do I love a good Jesus sighting. When somebody sends me a photo, or I come across a news story with the title, “Jesus face appears in Alabama couple’s potato salad”, I’m like a kid in a candy store. Rarely am I ever disappointed, and when I saw the recent headline, “Family Claims to See Jesus in Cat Fur”, I was downright giddy. But alas, disappointment ensued.
Jesus Sighting Update, Update!!!
I was so upset with my inability to see Jesus in these cat photos, that I magnified the image x 6400, and sure enough, Jesus is there. You might have to squint your eyes a bit, and turn your head slightly to the left, just as the sun is setting, but trust me, He’s there. *
* Oh snap, who just got punk’d? It’s really just my cat with a painting of Jesus slapped on. Try not to be so gullible next time.
Labels: humor, Jesus sighting, music, video
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
I just finished watching the newly released 90-second trailer for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. It looks great, and based on the footage, seems much darker than the other Potter films.
Labels: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, movie, video
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Wow.
An architectural structure with a rotating platform or restaurant is unique, but not an entirely new idea. A skyscraper in motion, however, seems closer to science fiction, than reality. Architect David Fisher is proposing an 80-story high-rise that has the ability to rotate each level independently. This would allow for an entire building’s movements to be choreographed, and would bring a sense of motion to an otherwise static skyline.
It gives me a warm fuzzy feeling to know that my very own, highly-progressive state of Ohio should be breaking ground on their very first rotating skyscraper roughly around 2065 — give or take 30 years. Really, I kid because I care.
An architectural structure with a rotating platform or restaurant is unique, but not an entirely new idea. A skyscraper in motion, however, seems closer to science fiction, than reality. Architect David Fisher is proposing an 80-story high-rise that has the ability to rotate each level independently. This would allow for an entire building’s movements to be choreographed, and would bring a sense of motion to an otherwise static skyline.
It gives me a warm fuzzy feeling to know that my very own, highly-progressive state of Ohio should be breaking ground on their very first rotating skyscraper roughly around 2065 — give or take 30 years. Really, I kid because I care.
Labels: architecture, David Fisher, video
Monday, May 5, 2008
Nice video showing Parlá working on one of his layered handwriting paintings.
Labels: artist, fine art, José Parlá, video
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
I absolutely dig the song and video for The Bird and The Bee’s, Polite Dance Song.
With that being said, it will most definitely not appeal to everyone. My guess is you will love it or hate it — very little room for middle ground on this one. Eric Wareheim directs the video, and while I’m not aware of his film influences, I can’t help but think about David Lynch’s Twin Peaks whenever I view it.
With that being said, it will most definitely not appeal to everyone. My guess is you will love it or hate it — very little room for middle ground on this one. Eric Wareheim directs the video, and while I’m not aware of his film influences, I can’t help but think about David Lynch’s Twin Peaks whenever I view it.
Labels: Eric Wareheim, music, The Bird and The Bee, video
Sunday, February 10, 2008
What happens when 207 people become motionless objects in the middle of Grand Central Station? Literally and figuratively, nothing — which is what makes this video pretty damn cool.
Fluxus would be proud.
Fluxus would be proud.
Labels: fine art, fluxus, Grand Central Station, video
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
It is without a doubt, that Blogger officially lessened my will to live during the upload of this post. Yep...so on that note, umm...enjoy this cornucopia of indubitable mellifluous multifariousness.
The Beatles: I Am The Walrus
Los Mono: Promesas
Fatboy Slim: Weapon of Choice
Barnes & Barnes: Fish Heads
DMX: Who We Be
(Edit: Video removed due to copyright violations)
(Edit: Video removed due to copyright violations)
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
I’ve been scouring YouTube lately for awesomely horrible videos, which 99% of the time, is a waste of my existence. Inevitably though, the planets will align and I come across a ruby in a manure field, a Basquiat in a gallery of Kinkade’s, or better yet, a damn fine video.
Now don’t get me wrong, these videos are not good in the conventional sense, as a matter of fact, they are downright hideous. The videos are a special kind of hideous though, they are so miserably painful, they actually fall somewhere between camp and mad scientist genius. So without further delay, here are my three current favorites:
Undefeatable
This could quite possibly be the worst choreographed fight scene in history of filmed fight scenes. I’m pretty sure one of the guys even busted out the claw maneuver — good stuff. There is a bit of unnecessary gore, as the scene starts with a total of four eyeballs and ends with considerably less. Keep in mind though, the slow motion punches, removal of the shirts and licking of the knife, far outweigh the many negatives. I’m pretty sure this clip could be used as a teaching tool for film students of all levels. Subject of the lesson: If you are willing to fully embrace your film’s shortcomings and awfulness, cult status is there for the taking.
Undefeatable
Rick Astley
This guy was Clay Aiken back when Clay was still going number two in his Pampers®. Never Gonna Give You Up, cuts through my soul and pours salt on the wound. Every time I hear this turd, I think of 1987, and those awkward Junior High dances in my crappy middle school cafeteria. I have to admit though, this video is classic, in a disturbed sort of way. The three things that kill me are: 1) His white man shimmy with alternating fist pumps — just face it Rick, you have no semblance of physical rhythm 2) The denim on denim outfit with the shirt buttoned up to the collar — I’m giddy just thinking about it 3) The bartender, just watch him — I’m going to start playing this song at bars to see if this is an isolated reaction, or if Rick Astley can affect bartenders like no other artist in history. Prepare to be Rickrolled.
Rick Astley - Never gonna give you up
Toby Radloff
This video really has me at a loss for words. It’s so bad it’s almost cringe worthy. My guess is you’ll have one of two reactions: 1) You’ll be so embarrassed for this guy, that you literally won’t be able to make it through the entire video, or 2) You are an evil bastard who takes delight in the miserable failures of others — and the worse Toby crashes and burns, the harder you will laugh. By the way, I love how they green-screened the girl dancing, but her belt and eyes have disappeared because they happen to be the wrong color — nice icing on the proverbial cake.
Genuine Nerd Toby Radloff
Now don’t get me wrong, these videos are not good in the conventional sense, as a matter of fact, they are downright hideous. The videos are a special kind of hideous though, they are so miserably painful, they actually fall somewhere between camp and mad scientist genius. So without further delay, here are my three current favorites:
Undefeatable
This could quite possibly be the worst choreographed fight scene in history of filmed fight scenes. I’m pretty sure one of the guys even busted out the claw maneuver — good stuff. There is a bit of unnecessary gore, as the scene starts with a total of four eyeballs and ends with considerably less. Keep in mind though, the slow motion punches, removal of the shirts and licking of the knife, far outweigh the many negatives. I’m pretty sure this clip could be used as a teaching tool for film students of all levels. Subject of the lesson: If you are willing to fully embrace your film’s shortcomings and awfulness, cult status is there for the taking.
Rick Astley
This guy was Clay Aiken back when Clay was still going number two in his Pampers®. Never Gonna Give You Up, cuts through my soul and pours salt on the wound. Every time I hear this turd, I think of 1987, and those awkward Junior High dances in my crappy middle school cafeteria. I have to admit though, this video is classic, in a disturbed sort of way. The three things that kill me are: 1) His white man shimmy with alternating fist pumps — just face it Rick, you have no semblance of physical rhythm 2) The denim on denim outfit with the shirt buttoned up to the collar — I’m giddy just thinking about it 3) The bartender, just watch him — I’m going to start playing this song at bars to see if this is an isolated reaction, or if Rick Astley can affect bartenders like no other artist in history. Prepare to be Rickrolled.
Toby Radloff
This video really has me at a loss for words. It’s so bad it’s almost cringe worthy. My guess is you’ll have one of two reactions: 1) You’ll be so embarrassed for this guy, that you literally won’t be able to make it through the entire video, or 2) You are an evil bastard who takes delight in the miserable failures of others — and the worse Toby crashes and burns, the harder you will laugh. By the way, I love how they green-screened the girl dancing, but her belt and eyes have disappeared because they happen to be the wrong color — nice icing on the proverbial cake.
Friday, May 4, 2007
Until last week, I was convinced the Black Eyed Peas, My Humps, was the worst song ever conceived. Its thought-provoking lyrics such as, “What you gon’ do with all that ass? All that ass inside them jeans?” is nothing short of lyrical libretto.
Well, as it turns out, the best of the worst now has a challenger — My Humps, redux. That’s right folks; My Humps is back in the form of Alanis Morissette.
The girl who likes to go down on you in a theater, has decided to cover My Humps in her own special way. By special, I mean as dreadful as the original, yet somehow, even more grating. I think she’s attempting to parody, or make some statement or create some kind of metaphor or something, but I was too busy wiping the blood from my eardrums and eye sockets to fully understand her intent.
I have been kind enough to provide links to the original and cover, allowing you to compare and contrast, while choosing the winner for yourself. Only in this case there are no winners, only a sad emptiness in my stomach and bleeding from my ears. Umm, enjoy?
Oh, and just in case you want to follow along, here are the lyrics
The Original
Black Eyed Peas, My Humps
The Cover
Alanis Morissette, My Humps
Well, as it turns out, the best of the worst now has a challenger — My Humps, redux. That’s right folks; My Humps is back in the form of Alanis Morissette.
The girl who likes to go down on you in a theater, has decided to cover My Humps in her own special way. By special, I mean as dreadful as the original, yet somehow, even more grating. I think she’s attempting to parody, or make some statement or create some kind of metaphor or something, but I was too busy wiping the blood from my eardrums and eye sockets to fully understand her intent.
I have been kind enough to provide links to the original and cover, allowing you to compare and contrast, while choosing the winner for yourself. Only in this case there are no winners, only a sad emptiness in my stomach and bleeding from my ears. Umm, enjoy?
Oh, and just in case you want to follow along, here are the lyrics
The Original
The Cover
Labels: Alanis Morissette, Black Eyed Peas, humor, music, video
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
What can I say, I love the Funk, and it doesn’t get much funkier than George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic.
If you have even the slightest interest in Funk music, you will dig this 55-minute documentary. This film covers the evolution of the band that started as a Motown-style quintet in the 1960s, and developed into one of the most influential, and sampled groups of-all-time. Parliament Funkadelic is the bomb, what more needs to be said.
Parliament Funkadelic
If you have even the slightest interest in Funk music, you will dig this 55-minute documentary. This film covers the evolution of the band that started as a Motown-style quintet in the 1960s, and developed into one of the most influential, and sampled groups of-all-time. Parliament Funkadelic is the bomb, what more needs to be said.
Labels: music, Parliament Funkadelic, video
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Music has always been an important part of my creative process. So over the next few weeks, I plan to offer-up some of my favorite artists and albums. I have stated in the past that musical tastes tend to be personal, so don’t expect to love each of my selections, but then again, you just might.
Artist: Bill Withers
Peak Years: 1970’s
Style: Mix of R&B, Blues and Soul
Favorite Songs: Ain’t No Sunshine, Lovely Day, Use Me, I Don’t Want You on My Mind & Grandma’s Hands
My Take: Even if you don’t know his name, you will probably recognize his most famous tunes — Lean on Me and Just the Two of Us. Contemporary artists like Fiona Apple and Over the Rhine have covered his songs, and Blackstreet, Kanye West and Will Smith have sampled his music. If you are a fan of Will Ferrell movies, keep your ears peeled, because Mr. Withers work will regularly rear its head.
Ain’t No Sunshine is without question one of my all-time favorite songs. The emotion and pain in his voice is legendary, and only this song and Marvin Gaye’s, What’s Going On, are capable of actually affecting my mood — pretty powerful stuff. Below is a link for a live version of Ain’t No Sunshine, which I don’t dig as much as the album version, but it’s still top-notch.
Ain’t No Sunshine, Bill Withers
If there are musicians or songs that inspire your work, I’d like to know what they are — you can send me an email or post a comment.
Artist: Bill Withers
Peak Years: 1970’s
Style: Mix of R&B, Blues and Soul
Favorite Songs: Ain’t No Sunshine, Lovely Day, Use Me, I Don’t Want You on My Mind & Grandma’s Hands
My Take: Even if you don’t know his name, you will probably recognize his most famous tunes — Lean on Me and Just the Two of Us. Contemporary artists like Fiona Apple and Over the Rhine have covered his songs, and Blackstreet, Kanye West and Will Smith have sampled his music. If you are a fan of Will Ferrell movies, keep your ears peeled, because Mr. Withers work will regularly rear its head.
Ain’t No Sunshine is without question one of my all-time favorite songs. The emotion and pain in his voice is legendary, and only this song and Marvin Gaye’s, What’s Going On, are capable of actually affecting my mood — pretty powerful stuff. Below is a link for a live version of Ain’t No Sunshine, which I don’t dig as much as the album version, but it’s still top-notch.
If there are musicians or songs that inspire your work, I’d like to know what they are — you can send me an email or post a comment.
Labels: Bill Withers, music, video
Saturday, March 24, 2007
I received this link from one of my dedicated readers. It arrived with no set-up or explanation, and I absolutely loved it.
I would normally provide you with a running commentary, however, anything I say will take away from the experience. So I offer you the same courtesy that was given to me, no set-up, no explanation, no images, only a link. You’ll thank me later.
Link
I would normally provide you with a running commentary, however, anything I say will take away from the experience. So I offer you the same courtesy that was given to me, no set-up, no explanation, no images, only a link. You’ll thank me later.
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, has been on my “movies to see” list, since its release in late 2005. This post is not intended to review the movie, although I will say, Robert Downey Jr. has one fantastic scene, in which he avoids arrest by pretending to be an actor. Also of note, the Val Kilmer in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, could eat the Val Kilmer from Tombstone and The Doors, and still have room for dessert...just an observation.
Anyway, the film title sequence was fantastic, and arguably the best part of the movie. That’s not to imply that the film was a disappointment, only that the intro was impressive and completely unexpected. Danny Yount, a director for Kyle Cooper’s Prologue Films, created the title sequence. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, has the graphic sensibility of a Saul Bass title, but is undoubtedly contemporary. For me, it’s the most memorable title since Catch Me If You Can (2002).
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
Anyway, the film title sequence was fantastic, and arguably the best part of the movie. That’s not to imply that the film was a disappointment, only that the intro was impressive and completely unexpected. Danny Yount, a director for Kyle Cooper’s Prologue Films, created the title sequence. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, has the graphic sensibility of a Saul Bass title, but is undoubtedly contemporary. For me, it’s the most memorable title since Catch Me If You Can (2002).
Labels: interactive design, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, movie, video
Monday, February 26, 2007
I’m back and ready to lighten the mood with a little Hasselhoff action. Apparently being around scores of half-naked, oiled-up women on Baywatch wasn’t fulfilling enough for him. He needed to be greedy, and throw his hat into the world of pop/adult contemporary/below-average music. Against better judgment, I offer you the fruits of Hasselhoff’s musical labor.
I warn you, viewing these videos is like witnessing a freeway pile-up involving kitties, puppies and babies. You’re completely disgusted with yourself for looking, but it’s near impossible to turn away. Even after watching a handful of times, I’m still not sure whether to laugh with him or at him, usually though; I just feel stupid and embarrassed for him.
On second thought, I’m just going to pretend these videos were never made. I will remember Hasselhoff the way he was in my youth, talking to cars and bulging from his Levi’s...oh, the humanity.
Jump in My Car
Hooked on a Feeling
I warn you, viewing these videos is like witnessing a freeway pile-up involving kitties, puppies and babies. You’re completely disgusted with yourself for looking, but it’s near impossible to turn away. Even after watching a handful of times, I’m still not sure whether to laugh with him or at him, usually though; I just feel stupid and embarrassed for him.
On second thought, I’m just going to pretend these videos were never made. I will remember Hasselhoff the way he was in my youth, talking to cars and bulging from his Levi’s...oh, the humanity.
Labels: Hasselhoff, humor, music, video
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Since I'm in the Super Bowl mood, how could I not recognize the most famous commercial aired during the game?
Apple's "1984" commercial, which was Chiat/Day conceived and Ridley Scott directed, aired nationally only once, despite the fact that it cost $800,000 to produce (along with an additional $800,000 for air time).
It has been reported that Apple executives disliked the commercial so much, that they asked Chiat/Day to sell the 90 seconds worth of airtime it had purchased. In an act of defiance, Chiat/Day sold only 30 of the 90 seconds, keeping the remaining sixty-second time-slot to air the commercial. The rest as they say, is history.
1984
Apple's "1984" commercial, which was Chiat/Day conceived and Ridley Scott directed, aired nationally only once, despite the fact that it cost $800,000 to produce (along with an additional $800,000 for air time).
It has been reported that Apple executives disliked the commercial so much, that they asked Chiat/Day to sell the 90 seconds worth of airtime it had purchased. In an act of defiance, Chiat/Day sold only 30 of the 90 seconds, keeping the remaining sixty-second time-slot to air the commercial. The rest as they say, is history.
Labels: ad campaign, Apple, commercial, video
Friday, January 19, 2007
Even in my sickened state, these three videos can make me giggle like a five year old. All three contain language that would make your grandmother blush, but hey, sometimes that's the price you pay for comedy, and who told grandma she could get up from her nap anyway.
Terry Tate Office Linebacker
Dick in a Box
Cox + Combes', Washington
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
This video is too good not to post, a YouTube classic if you will. Any movie clip involving a boom box, some head-bobbin' and a dancing shirtless dwarf*, is okay in my book.
Little Superstar
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