History of the Music Video
What is considered to be the first official music video and why is it different from what came before
The first music video was “Stranger in Paradise by Tony Bennett” released in 1953. The videos were promotional little films designed to highlight the new talking pictures.
Before The ‘First Music Video’ Television Shows Existed That Showed Bands And Artists Performing Their Songs; Name A UK And A US One And Say Why They Existed
David Bowie Released A Music Video In 1980, It Used Ground-Breaking Special Effects - What Was The Song And What, Do You Think, Is This Song And Video About?
The song was called “Ashes to Ashes” which costed him $250,000 being the most expensive video ever made. The song “Ashes to Ashes” can also mean dust to dust which means everything in life will one day some to an end.
What Massive Event Took Place In 1981?
On August 1, 1981 the now famous music television channel goes on the air for the first time ever, with their first music video being “Video Killed the Radio Star”.
In 1984, A Female Artist Released A Song That A Certain TV Channel Refused To Play. What Was The Song And Why, Do You Think, They Refused To Play It?
The artist is Laura Branigan and I was her hit song “Self Control” that MTV refused to airplay it as they demand certain cuts be made to remove content they find objectionable.
Also In 1984, Michael Jackson Released, What Would Become, One Of The Most Iconic Music Videos Of All Time; What Was It, Why Was It So Unusual For The Time And What Is So Special About The VHS Sales?
Michael Jackson released the short film “Thriller”, changing the concept of music videos forever. It was the first ever video about the making of a music video and it became the besting selling VHS.
In 1985, Aha Released The Song Take on Me But What Animation Effect Is Used And How Is It Achieved / Created?
The technique is called “rotoscoping” which involves tracing live-action images and rendering them to look like literal moving sketches or drawings.
Who Released The Video For Sledgehammer In 1986 And Why Do You Think It Was So Popular?
The video “Sledgehammer” is from the artist Peter Gabriel. I feel like the reason it got so popular is because it is a very “fun” music video that anyone can enjoy watching.
In 1995, Two Famous Siblings Released A Duet Which, At The Time, Was The Most Expensive MV To Date. Who Were They And What Was The Video?
The two famous siblings are Michael Jackson and his sister, the music video is from his song “Scream” from the album “HIStory”.
Why Is Missy Elliott’s 2008 Single Ching-a-ling So Important In The MV Timeline?
The reason why Missy Elliott’s single “Ching-a-ling” so important is because it was the first ever 3D video ever.
Which Female Artist Reached 1 Billion Views In 2010 And For Which Song?
The first female artist to reach a billion views was from Lady Gaga’s music video “Poker Face” with over 375 million views on YouTube alone.
Also In 2010, Which Artist Released Coming to Get Me, In Collaboration With Doritos And Why Was It Such A ‘Big Deal’?
Professor Green teamed up with Doritos to make a 360 degree interactive music video for the song “Coming to Get Me”. The video was made to promote Doritos’ “Late Night” campaign.
Whose 10 Year Anniversary Was In 2015?
In 2015 YouTube turned 10 years old.
What Is A ‘Panoram Soundie’ And Why Is It Important To Consider It When Thinking About Music Videos?
“Panoram Soundies” is known for the vast library of short, three-minute music videos that were created for it.
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What Iconic Or Important Videos Have Been Released?
2019:
“Lil Nas X – Old Town Road” Goes diamond being one of first few songs
“Lil Nas X – Old Town Road” Wins best music video from 2019
2020:
“Cardi B – WAP” Spends $1 Million dollars on the music video for her comeback song
“The Weeknd – Blinding Lights” Gains 2 billion streams in 1 year being the fastest song to reach that milestone that quick
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