New Release - Question of Happiness (Mark V) - Page 3 - Alphaville Forum

MarianGoldfan123 · 22 Apr 2020, 07:04

Ah yes, you're right.

Have you and Marian or the band ruled out releasing previously heard demos, but different mixes (Criminal Girl immediately comes to mind)? A few other mixes exist, and the one we have is from 2005. I'm sure a mix or two from 2007-2008 exist with a bit more polish or with differences. I'm guessing nothing is ruled out, but perhaps you want to make it more surprising for longtime fans :)

shapeseven · 22 Apr 2020, 11:37

In the end all picks and release decisions are up to Marian. I just have opinion and recommendations, but he‘s the artist. And yes, most songs exist in various formats. Marian picks them if they fit his idea of interest or quality. And that’s just fine for me.

MarianGoldfan123 · 22 Apr 2020, 11:43

Right, that makes sense. btw that "face mask" part in the QoH video was nothing short of hilarious and clever. Was that clip shot by you guys or is there actually a stock-video with that.

Mart · 22 Apr 2020, 17:48

Would I be wrong in assuming that all the videos are staring with the stars and clouds that are at the beginning of the official Forever Young vid?

shapeseven · 22 Apr 2020, 21:56

All material used so far is free stock footage

Mart · 22 Apr 2020, 22:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by shapeseven

All material used so far is free stock footage

You are doing a fine and great job, my good friend

shapeseven · 23 Apr 2020, 08:57

Thank you for your kind words, I highly appreciate them. Positive or constructive feedback is pure fuel for creative engagement.

MarianGoldfan123 · 23 Apr 2020, 10:28

Yeah it's beyond impressive that you're making videos for these songs, let alone making them fit the songs relatively well with stock footage and not stuff recorded specifically for use in said videos. My favorite one so far is Questions of Happiness. Springtime Cherries comes in second.

hajak · 23 Apr 2020, 15:12

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Originally Posted by shapeseven

Well, Marian created a (quite long) shortlist of Song candidates. We discuss then which could be the next one, based on gut feelings, on what-fit’s-in-the-Line and on video ideas we have, which song could possibly be the next part in the puzzle. A poll wouldn’t make any sense as you would only have names to choose from - without any idea of what’s behind.

Thanks again for great song and video,just a question
This"short list" you mentioned how many unreleased songs are on that list?
and with unreleased I mean songs that hasnt been released on Dreamscapes,Crazyshow or
any Album

shapeseven · 23 Apr 2020, 16:05

Around 8 songs.

22 Apr 2020, 17:48	#24
Mart Dreamer Join Date: 13 Nov 2018 Location: Ireland Posts: 433	Would I be wrong in assuming that all the videos are staring with the stars and clouds that are at the beginning of the official Forever Young vid? I'm gliding in the distance and watch the world go by An orbit full of questions, a perforated sky Last edited by Mart; 22 Apr 2020 at 17:52.

22 Apr 2020, 07:04	#21
MarianGoldfan123 Dreamer Join Date: 28 Dec 2012 Location: Michigan (US) Posts: 424	Ah yes, you're right. Have you and Marian or the band ruled out releasing previously heard demos, but different mixes (Criminal Girl immediately comes to mind)? A few other mixes exist, and the one we have is from 2005. I'm sure a mix or two from 2007-2008 exist with a bit more polish or with differences. I'm guessing nothing is ruled out, but perhaps you want to make it more surprising for longtime fans :)

22 Apr 2020, 11:37	#22
shapeseven Astral Buddy Join Date: 20 Apr 2011 Posts: 946	In the end all picks and release decisions are up to Marian. I just have opinion and recommendations, but he‘s the artist. And yes, most songs exist in various formats. Marian picks them if they fit his idea of interest or quality. And that’s just fine for me.

22 Apr 2020, 11:43	#23
MarianGoldfan123 Dreamer Join Date: 28 Dec 2012 Location: Michigan (US) Posts: 424	Right, that makes sense. btw that "face mask" part in the QoH video was nothing short of hilarious and clever. Was that clip shot by you guys or is there actually a stock-video with that.

22 Apr 2020, 21:56	#25
shapeseven Astral Buddy Join Date: 20 Apr 2011 Posts: 946	All material used so far is free stock footage

23 Apr 2020, 08:57	#27
shapeseven Astral Buddy Join Date: 20 Apr 2011 Posts: 946	Thank you for your kind words, I highly appreciate them. Positive or constructive feedback is pure fuel for creative engagement.

23 Apr 2020, 10:28	#28
MarianGoldfan123 Dreamer Join Date: 28 Dec 2012 Location: Michigan (US) Posts: 424	Yeah it's beyond impressive that you're making videos for these songs, let alone making them fit the songs relatively well with stock footage and not stuff recorded specifically for use in said videos. My favorite one so far is Questions of Happiness. Springtime Cherries comes in second.

23 Apr 2020, 16:05	#30
shapeseven Astral Buddy Join Date: 20 Apr 2011 Posts: 946	Around 8 songs.