James Zoppe (founder of the American Jousting Alliance) shows Built To Spill just what chivalry means. One of my favorite bands, so making this video was a dream come true. They were kind enough to play a fireside acoustic set for us. Here’s a live recording of Broken Chairs from that night. Kind of sums up the whole experience.
Built To Spill on Warner Records.
What happens when two band members beat the shit out of each other? Considered too violent for US television, but we still managed to get nominated for the 2006 MVPA “Best Video Produced For Under $25,000″.
Idiot Pilot on Warner/Reprise.
Special thanks to Ben Darling for navigating this editorial monstrosity. It won the 2005 MVPA Award for “Best Music Video Produced For Under $25,000″. Isn’t that what all videos cost now?
Gift Of Gab on Quannum Projects.
This interactive campaign was concepted and directed through agency Sarkissian Mason for Mazda USA. Customers were given the opportunity to “virtually” test drive a Mazda Miata or RX-8. They had the option to choose between 4 roads, 3 camera angles, and an assortment of music. Check out the website by clicking on the image below, and if you decide to buy a car, tell them who sent you…
The Korean Home Shopping Network is selling Stones Throw hip-hop albums? Wha? This Youtube link has a great thread going about the validity of this viral piece.
