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Saturday, 31 August 2013

Feedback from the audience

Noreen: I absolutely love the idea of Ruqaiyah's music video which I am modelling for. The main purpose of her video was that we thought it would be a fascinating idea if we were to add multi-culture into the video so that it is unique and different compared to the other videos that have already been created. The song choice which we all thought was a brilliant idea is by Selena Gomez 'Come & Get It'. The song has a little mixture of the Indian culture and therefore we thought we could use this song and add our little twist to it. As I am the model I am very happy with the idea and concept of her choice where by I'll be modelling different dresses including a sari to add in that extra bit of culture an flavour. I also thought the idea of the transition going from the original pop star theme into an asian dance would spice things up a bit and keep it interesting to the consumers. Therefore, as a model I am willing to make her video the best it can be and as an asian person myself, I hope I am able to fulfil and do the best I can to make it enjoyable and entertaining to the audience.

Muhaddisa: Ruqaiyah's music video shows a real passion for her interest in media. She embodies two different cultures and manages to merge them fluently into one excellently made music video. She cleverly uses her knowledge of the Indian culture and applies that to aspects of her work most importantly by choosing a current music video which has been recently in the charts, to be inspired by which already has elements of the Indian culture incorporated in it. I believe Ruqaiyah has a good chance of producing a video not only of high quality but also to a finish of a high standard.

Thursday, 22 August 2013

Contact with Artist and Music Label

Below is proof of me contacting the Music Label and the artist of the song asking for permission to use their song.





Sunday, 18 August 2013

Initial Planning Ideas

I have decided what song I want to do which is 'Come and Get It' by Selena Gomez and the performer which is my friend Noreen who also modelled in my AS Coursework. I have started planning mentally and on paper about how I'm going to do it and how I will have different scene. All this information is mentioned in the Resource Audit. I am trying to do the planning and research at the same time so I don't fall behind. Also one of my friends, who does textiles, is going to make two of the dresses that was in the music video of the song as this will allow me to make an effective music video with different styles of costumes compared to normal dresses. She will also help me choreograph and direct it.

Friday, 16 August 2013

Influences of Pop Music Style


Above is description of all the things that could potentially influence audiences and listeners of pop music.

Wednesday, 14 August 2013

Music Video Equipment

When shooting my music video I will be using a number of different equipment. I will be using a Canon camera to shoot my video as it is portable to take to other places and is the only camera I am able to use as it is the only one available to me. I have had previous experience with this camera so hopefully it will be easier to use. Also using this camera I will take photos of the locations, for the digipak and other photographic incidents if needed. 
To make the whole shooting easier I will keep the camera on a tripod so I can focus easily with no shaky shots. I will also be able to move the camera smoothly; up or down or from right to left. 



When editing my music video and putting it together I will be mainly using Adobe Premiere. I may also Adobe Photoshop. Adobe Premiere will help edit the video, cut the small video clips and put them into one big shot. This will also allow me to make sure all the lip sync is synced with the song which I will also be able to add the music. Adobe Photoshop will allow me to edit photos for the digipak. I will be able to edit the background out, make the image brighter and even change the colour of the image. 







Song Lyrics

Selena Gomez - Come and Get It

[chorus]
When you're ready come and get it (x2)
Na na na (x3)

When you're re-e-a-dy (x2)

When you're ready come and get it
Na na na (x3)

You ain’t gotta worry it’s an open invitation
I’ll be sittin’ right here real patient
All day all night I’ll be waitin’ standby
Can’t stop because I love it, hate the way I love you
All day all night maybe I’m addicted for life, no lie.
I’m not too shy to show I love you, I got no regrets.
I love you much to, much to hide you, this love ain’t finished yet. This love ain’t finished yet…
So baby whenever you’re ready…

[chorus]
When you're ready come and get it (x2)
Na na na (x3)

When you're re-e-a-dy (x2)

When you're ready come and get it
Na na na (x3)

You got the kind of love that I want, let me get that.
And baby once I get it I’m yours no take backs.
I’m gon’ love you for life I ain’t leaving your side
Even if you knock it ain’t no way to stop it
Forever you’re mine baby I’m addicted no lie, no lie
I’m not too shy to show I love you, I got no regrets.
So baby whenever you’re ready…..

[chorus]
When you're ready come and get it (x2)
Na na na (x3)

When you're re-e-a-dy (x2)

When you're ready come and get it
Na na na (x3)

This love will be the death of me, but I know I’ll die happily
I’ll know I’ll know I’ll know
Because you love me so…Yeah!

[chorus]
When you ready come and get it
Na na na (x3)

When you're re-e-a-dy (x2)

When you're ready come and get it
Na na na (x3)

Friday, 9 August 2013

Audience of Pop Music


 

Above is presentation showing the audience of pop music, who listens to it and how to they go about listening to pop music.

Analysis of a Previous Student's Music Video



Above is a presentation of an analysis of a previous students' music video.

Analysis of Artist Magazine Ads




The above presentation shows three different magazine adverts of pop artists' albums and its analysis.

Monday, 5 August 2013

Analysis of Digipaks


 


The above presentation shows three examples of digipaks and its analysis. 

What is a Digipak?

What is a Digipak?

Digipak-style packaging is often used for CD singles or special editions of CD albums. Digipaks typically consist of a gatefold (book-style) paperboard or card stock out binding, with one or more plastic trays capable of holding a CD or DVD attached to the inside.
The generic 'digipack' came to be used to describe all soft CD packaging. Digipaks were first created by MeadWestvaco, and their product, called Digi-Pak, is trademarked. However, as the format became more popular, it began to be used by more manufacturers.
Today digipaks are very common and very popular.

Digipak Template

Example of a Digipak - Rihanna


Benefits of a digipak for the artist
The front of the digipak will have some aspect of what the artist represents and what their predominate genre is. The digipak will most likely embody, be themed around and send a message about the artist's image. This links to emphasising the artist brand image which increases the popularity of the artist. The digipak also exemplifies the artistic and creative approach the artist is taking throughout the music. For example if there's some futuristic idealism conveyed in the lyrics or the visuals in the music video then the front cover wouldn't be very contemporary but more obscure and abstract. All aspects of the digipak, brand image and music video are all interwoven together.
Digipaks benefit the artist and their music as its promotional aspect of the music industry which helps bring awareness to the artist thus selling the artist and encouraging consumers to buy and listen to their music. You could argue that buying a digipak establishes your loyalty to your artist.