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Cool Music Videos
Dec 1st
As one can tell by talking to me, my work is greatly inspired by music.
However I also find music videos very inspiring and sometimes, just as enjoyable (if not more) than the song itself.
Below are a few of my favorite music videos of all time.
Note: One of my favorite music videos is The Prodigy’s “Smack My Bitch Up” but I have decided its a little too risque for the front page of this site. Feel free to Youtube it though. It’s one of the few music videos with a story and a twist ending.
The Prodigy – Voodoo People (Pendulum Remix)
This video tells the story of an incredible foot race to win money. It’s ferocity and originality are truly amazing. I’d love to see this concept explored more in a movie or short film. The idea of being blind folded and running as fast as you can is just amazing to me. The band members being spread throughout as background members not as the focus is also a nice touch. Keith Flint as the somewhat antagonist is perfectly placed.
Johnny Cash – Hurt
This famous cover of the Nine Inch Nails song is almost haunting. From what I have read, it was recorded one month prior to Johnny Cash’s death and is a very moving song. When looking death in the face, he realized what life is truly about. That all of the money and fame in the world means nothing. This version of Hurt is always a little emotional for me to listen to, but its beauty is undeniable. The video is equally emotional; showing how Cash found his faith in God before the end. Showing how he realized the true message of the Bible.
Whether religious or not, I think this video is very inspirational in the journey Johnny Cash went on and what he found at the end of the road. You don’t have to be a Christian or religious at all to appreciate the comfort and solace this video represents.
Marilyn Manson – Coma White
This is my favorite Marilyn Manson music video. Not my favorite Marilyn Manson song, but the production on this video is really impressive. The colors and editing techniques used to tell the story it tells are really inspiring. The stylized visuals are something very artistic and I think it would be hard to convince someone that this video isn’t visually beautiful.
Nine Inch Nails – Only
By far one of the most visually creative music videos ever made. The CGI of Trent Reznor in this video is just expertly done. Did I mention this was directed by David Fincher (Fight Club/Zodiac)? Oh yeah. It’s good. It’s real good.
The Faint – Agenda Suicide
I’ll leave you with something up beat. The Faint’s Agenda Suicide is a expertly animated video about the monotony of every day life. One of the coolest indy music videos you’ll find. I have a song inspired directly by this song, so it’s one of my favorites.
Inspiration – “KMFDM”
Nov 14th
If you have talked to me for more than 10 minutes, you have heard me say the letters KMFDM.
KMFDM has been a very strong influence on my career as well as my belief structure. I have a KMFDM tattoo and have named several of my works after KMFDM.
So who are they?
When people hear the term “industrial music” they typically think of bands like Nine Inch Nails and Rammstein. While I love both of these bands, KMFDM was touring while Trent Reznor (of NiN) was still a janitor, saving money to record the “Down in it” single and Rammstein on their first tour of the US, opened for KMFDM.
Sascha Konietzko (KMFDM’s founder) is, in my eyes, the true father of industrial rock.
His dedication to KMFDM remaining an underground, intimate phenomenon is unprecedented. KMFDM had a song on the Mortal Kombat soundtrack titled “Juke Joint Jezebel.” It’s an awesome song, appearing on KMFDM’s Nihil album and garnering KMFDM a lot of attention. Konietzko wanted to be sure his fan base were true fans and not trend followers, so he fired the entire band when it came time to record Nihil’s followup album, Xtort.
A lot of bands take up causes but their causes usually change the minute money arrives. KMFDM has stayed true to their vision and never compromised. I strive to do the same with my work. KMFDM went as far in the mid 90′s to do a remix of “Go to Hell” called the “Fuck MTV Mix.” Now, hating MTV is common but in the 90′s it was important for artists to be on MTV. Every rebellious act from Marilyn Manson to Skinny Puppy made music videos to air on MTV where KMFDM refused.
I have yet to meet Sascha Konietzko but it is a very big goal of mine before I die.
Below are some of my personal favorite KMFDM songs. There are no rhyme or reason to my selections. These are just the songs I think of when I hear the letters KMFDM.
I highly recommend listening to at least a minute of each song. KMFDM has been around for over 25 years and their sound is incredibly versatile and diverse. Songs change entire audioscapes from track to track, but the Ultra Heavy Beat of KMFDM always remains.
I hope you all enjoy these selections. Keep an open mind when listening to them. KMFDM has always promoted freedom of speech.
“KMFDM is not a political party.” – Kaptain K
And remember: there’s no doubt about it, KMFDM SUCKS!
“WW3″
“D.I.Y”
“Bait & Switch”
“Looking For Strange”
“Adios”
Thank you for sharing in my love for KMFDM.
I know their music is not for everybody however I truly do believe I could find a song by KMFDM for any musical tastes. Remember that they have been around for over 25 years and their sound has changed considerably over the years, but the ultra heavy beat has always remained.
From the gutter to the top, KMFDM will never stop!
