"SAY PLEASE" VIDEO UNVEILED, VIDEO CONTEST FOR "DEAR GOD (SINCERELY M.O.F.)"
 Monsters of Folk |
Following a first-ever U.S. fall tour and unabashed praise for their self-titled debut album, Monsters of Folk (Conor Oberst, Jim James, M. Ward, Mike Mogis) are moving full-steam ahead with the unveiling of their new video for their brilliant single, "Say Please."
Shot by acclaimed cinematographer Lance Acord, renowned for his work on celebrated films by directors Sofia Coppola and Spike Jonze, the video features a frontier town, World War II soldiers, and roller-skating. The gorgeous video can be seen now here. Additionally, the broadcast premiere of the "Say Please" video will air November 17, on the Independent Film Channel at 9 p.m. EST/PST. It can also be seen here.
In other video news, Monsters of Folk have announced an incredible "make-our-video" contest for the song "Dear God (Sincerely M.O.F.)," a stand-out track from the album. Sponsored by Apple/Quicktime and Death + Taxes Magazine, Monsters of Folk are inviting their fans to create their very own visual interpretation for "Dear God." The winning video will be chosen from a list of finalists, and will be posted on the homepages of the Monsters of Folk, Apple/Quicktime, and Death + Taxes Magazine web sites. The contest winner will also receive $5000, a Gibson guitar signed by the band, and a copy of the new Final Cut Studio software. Five runners-up will receive a signed vinyl album. For more information, please go here.
Monsters of Folk - "Say Please"
Praise for Monsters of Folk:
"...a folky, harmony-ridden gem." – Rolling Stone
"...the harmonies are groundbreaking. Goosebump territory. The amalgam of their voices mixed with the musical breathing room creates an intimacy not heard since Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. It's a stunning record – cohesive and consistent and ambitious for how much ground it covers." – Esquire
"...rich with details that feel worn-in like the corners of a beloved book." – Los Angeles Times
Monsters of Folk are currently on tour in Europe; dates available here.
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