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Standard conventions of a music video<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Performance \u2013 Lip syncing, concert footage, choreography<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Narrative \u2013 A mini-storyline, either reflecting the song\u2019s lyrics or theme, or contrasting with the lyrics.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Technical- Fast cuts to match the beat\/rhythm, close-ups of the artists, Jump cuts, crossfades and montage effects.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Genre conventions<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz music videos strongly emphasize live performances, and are often shot in clubs, bars or small venues. There is also a focus on the instruments, rather than the people playing them. The lighting is low and moody, with vintage colour schemes and slow-paced editing. If a narrative is included, it\u2019s often romantic or melancholic. Costumes lean towards formal wear.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Punk music videos also heavily focus on live band performance, often in small venues, garages or other DIY show locations such as basements. There is very high energy, with jumping, moshing and chaotic movement. The editing is fast-paced, with lots of jump cuts, and there is a very raw, unpolished feel. Anti-establishment and rebellious themes are often present; authority, politics, consumerism, conformity. The artists are often portrayed as outcasts or anti-heroes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Music videos began as promotional clips for songs or albums on television. “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles became famous for being the first video broadcast on MTV at its launch in 1981, introducing music videos to a mainstream audience. Over the past year, DIY videos focusing on authenticity rather than high-quality production have been trending. This greatly contrasts the flashy, polished look of the music videos that were trending in the previous decade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are some music videos that I find inspiring<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its important to note that most of the music videos do not belong to the jazz-punk genre, but rather were selected due to personal preference or interesting concept rather than genre considerations. I believe that in music it is important to use genre as a tool rather than allow it to tie your concept down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n