I am deep into the process of learning how to use my video editing software; Adobe Premiere Pro CS3. Currently, I am working on a video for the song “Prague”.

I’m doing things a little backwards. Usually a videographer will develop a concept then draft a storyboard of the project, and then, and only then, begin shooting. I, however, am retro-actively pulling from my huge cache of back-logged videos, still-images, and music files. It will be much easier, I hope, when I am able to do some pre-planning and getting all of the images and video I need prior to the editing process.

I have storyboarded out a few cover tunes as well, and will get those going after I finish learning which way is up regarding Adobe Premiere Pro CS3. If you are interested in making your own videos for your songs, then here is a list of the equipment I currently use. Of course, there are a million options for equipment choices, but, this is just what I have decided to collect throughout my wanderings.

EQUIPMENT LIST:

Short-list for audio recording

• Steinberg Cubasis VST
• Rode NT1A anniverary edition large diaphragm concenser microphone
• Mackie 1402VLZ mixer
• TC Electronics M300 effects processor
• Self assembled PC

Then, once my recorded tracks are all mixed and pretty, I import the Final Mixdown (in mp3 format) into:

• Adobe Premiere Pro CS3

That is where I am at now, and if you take a good look at this program (past the cost) you will see the depth and scope of the thing. A lot can be done with this program, in fact almost everything relating to good video production can be done with Premiere Pro. Which pre-supposes that there is a lot to learn. Trust me, if you want to do it right, you gotta wrap your head around this thing. I am knee-deep in it man. I must get back to ‘class’. So,until next time, I hope to have some sample videos up by the time I have to head back into the studio (Feb 17th). I will post a teaser here when they are complete and uploaded to our You Tube Channel

New videos have been added to our youtube channel. See them now at www.youtube.com/supernormalrecords

Here is a sample. This first one is for your bad days. Enjoy.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXeQ_3oPidU[/youtube]

Tom, you are an entire choir.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDIJ0Yvpno4[/youtube]

The little kids at the end rule.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbA64AqO8oY[/youtube]

Find out what really goes on behind the scenes of your neighborhood old-timey steakhouse.

In the coming weeks, we will have: home recording how-to’s, Video Logs of progress on the recording of the new album “three”, and numerous other concepts posted for your enlightenment/entertainment. Or, more newspeaky, enlightainment.

We have just set up the Supernormal Records YOU TUBE Channel.

You can view it at anytime by going to: www.youtube.com/supernormalrecords

We will add links to the channel when there is a healthy amount of content on there.

For now, add yourself as a friend and you’ll get the first videos first! Also, early friendship pays later dividends. Just ask Kenny Boy.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0FiCxZKuv8[/youtube]

It’s Just an old-timey jug-wine train party! You know, happens all the time!

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek5kUOxP5CQ[/youtube]

Django Reinhardt was the originator of “Gypsy Swing”. Later in life he lost the use of all but his index and middle finger on his left hand. For a guitarist, this would most certainly spell doom, but, for Django it added a certain nuance to his already expressive playing. Not to mention, a kinda-creepy quality to his stage appearance.

Many artists cite Django Reinhardt as an influence. In fact, Jimi Hendrix named his band “the Band of Gypsy’s” in honor of Django.

Here’s a gift. put this next video on and clean your house. Holy crap! The videos not too interesting but a little Minor Swing will do wonders for your mop-boards.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEzsPGHsi90[/youtube]

Whoever is playing the violin on this track ‘went down to Georgia looking for a soul to steal.’ And there is no way it went like Chuck Daniels said!