Soft Focus

As reported here previously, we've been working with our former student, Waheed AlQawasmi, to develop a music video for our song "So Much Clearer". Well, today we had our big chance in front of the camera, and we hope we didn't screw up too much. The fortunate thing for us (and all of you) is that Waheed's concept includes band shots using a very soft focus! We got to see the segments that Waheed already has completed, and it's looking fantastic. This is one talented guy.



As usual, the rhythm section took thier duties very seriously and wanted to make sure they understood their rights before signing on the dotted line.




The whole experience of playing instruments that aren't amplified along with a stereo that's blaring your song is a bit disconcerting at first, but not as difficult as we expected. Ted "played" and "sang" his song like a champ. One of the guys on the set said he could actually feel Ted's solo, despite the fact that very little sound was actually coming out of his guitar. That's pretty cool.






The "Case of Bass" was his usual cool self (a requirement for any good bassist, of course). He looked mighty dapper, too.







Here I am demonstrating my mastery of the barre chord and my total inability to sing simultaneously.







After spending several days on the set shooting scenes as Jerry Lee's drummer in Walk the Line, this stuff was old hat for Marty.



Thanks again to Waheed for making this happen. We had a great time. We also got the chance to meet Vince and C.J. who run Universal Productions in Southaven. They're super nice guys, and their facility is amazing. Thanks, guys, for your hospitality! More news about the video soon!!

In the meantime, don't forget we'll be in action this Saturday, March 18 at The Vault, 529 S. Highland. Doors open at 9 p.m. We'll start folk-rockin' soon thereafter. Don't miss your chance to meet real live video music stars! :)