$99 music videos

In this task, I have to research some information on my client which is $99 music videos. This will be used in the process of my music video.

What is $99dollarmusicvideos.com?

$99 Music Videos are music videos all made a sum of $99. The artists that make music videos with 99dollar are up-coming stars and unsigned producers. On their channel, they show how exactly they make the videos and then show the m.v when it is completed. On their YouTube channel, there is a video explaining what the $99 music video is about and how long it takes them to film and to edit with is 24 hours for each

What is their ethos?

1. Having a skilled producer, editor and film maker.
2. Making a successful music video for $99 or less.
3. Having completed filming in 24 hours and editing in 24 hours
4. Portraying the artist's/band image to show who they are as a person.

What types, labels and genres of music appear on their website?

This website is for unsigned artist that aren't known worldwide that has or wants little fame with their music videos but with being noticed, can hopefully work up to being famous. There are a variety of genres on the website. The main genres shown on the website are country, soul, folk, pop and rock. This allows the artists to advertise themselves and allows them to produce videos and make them popular.

What is the relationship between 99musicvideos.com, their film-makers, music acts?

There must be a settlement or agreement between the film-maker and the artist because that is the only way to make the music video successful.There must be permission for the artist's song to be used in the music video and the film maker must get in contact with artist to make a "contract"/ aggrement that they cannot have control over the music video in any way, shape or form. With their permission, the music video should be a success.

Which costs are and aren't included in the $99?

The band/artist and producer will be using the $99. This budget will be used on hiring a location, props and extras in the music video. The $99 isn't used on the produce's and filmmaker's equipment. 

How does 99dollarmusicvideos.com encourage audience participation?

The website encourages the audience by advertising and showing that they don't need a massive some of money to make a great music video. If you were to view some of the videos on YouTube, you realize all you need is a camera, an imagination and editing skills. 

Is it possible to make a professional quality music video for $99?

I think it is possible to make a professional music video from the a budget of $99 because all you need is the actors that can sing or be a good lip-syncer. Also with good techniques, for example a realistic green screen or an acceptable amount of good camera angles/shots, there should be no reason why the music video shouldn't be unsuccessful.