Between the Buried & Me: The Making of Coma Ecliptic

Between the Buried & Me: The Making of Coma Ecliptic

Between the Buried and Me's "Coma Ecliptic" was recorded in January and February of 2015 with longtime producer Jamie King at Basement Recordings in North Carolina. "The Making of Coma Ecliptic" follows vocalist/keyboardist Tommy Rogers, guitarist Paul Waggoner, guitar Dustie Waring, bassist Dan Briggs and dummer Blake Richardson, offering an in-depth and behind-the-scenes look into this recording process. Directed and edited by Justin Reich, with additional footage supplied by Blake Faucette.

Pierce the Veil: This Is a Wasteland

Pierce the Veil: This Is a Wasteland

Glimpse into the life of Pierce The Veil as they embark on their worldwide tour in their new documentary, This Is A Wasteland. The documentary features 60 minutes of power-packed footage that chronicles life on the road, exclusive interviews, previously unreleased live footage, travel experiences and everything in-between! Footage was compiled throughout the band's 2013 tour routing through South America, Asia, Europe, Australia, and a sold-out North American headline run on the Spring Fever Tour. During this time, the band toured with such acts as Sleeping With Sirens, All Time Low, Mayday Parade, You Me At Six, Memphis May Fire and Letlive.

Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision

Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision

The feature-length documentary Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision chronicles the creation of the legendary studio, rising from the rubble of a bankrupt Manhattan nightclub to state-of-the-art recording facility inspired by Jimi’s desire for a permanent creative home. It features exclusive interviews with Steve Winwood, Experience bassist Billy Cox, and original Electric Lady staff.

They Shot the Piano Player

They Shot the Piano Player

It's 2010 and Jeff Harris, a journalist from New York, has just published a piece in The New Yorker on the 50 years of Bossa Nova. Jessica, an enthusiastic editor who is captivated by the article, suggests that he write a book about this influential musical movement that revolutionized music in Brazil and around the world during the early 1960s. While researching his new project, Jeff stumbles upon a pianist previously unknown to him: Tenório Jr. He begins to investigate and discovers that the pianist has not produced or recorded any music for over thirty years. He assumes that he must've died the way most of the musicians did back in the 70s: drugs or an accident while on tour… He travels to Rio de Janeiro to continue his research on Bossa Nova where he meets musicians of all generations, from the survivors of the Bossa Nova era to the younger talents who continue to shape its legacy. But the story of Tenório Jr. constantly intertwines with his journey. He discovers that Tenório disappeared in Buenos Aires during a tour on which he accompanied the great musical poet Vinicius de Moraes, and that Tenório was tortured and killed, and his body never found. He was 35 years old and was at that time one of the most brilliant instrumentalists of Brazilian music. The mystery surrounding Tenório's tragic fate and the quality of his music eventually seduces Jeff. He continues to work on his book on Bossa Nova, but the story of Tenório does not leave him for a moment. Most of the musicians he meets and interviews were acquaintances, friends, and admirers of Tenório. The oblivion enveloping Tenório's story has not managed to erase him from the memory of those who knew him.

The Harder They Come

The Harder They Come

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff stars as Ivan Martin, an aspiring singer who leaves his rural village for the big city of Kingston, hoping to make a name for himself. Robbed of his money and possessions on his first day in town, he finds work with a self-righteous preacher and an unscrupulous music mogul who exploits young hopefuls. In desperation, the simple country boy turns outlaw, at war with both the police and his rivals in the ganja trade. Ivan’s dream of stardom soon becomes a reality as he rises to the top of both the pop charts... and the most-wanted lists.

College Musical

College Musical

The film follows college freshman Cooper (Sam Tsui) as he attempts to win the heart of his teaching assistant, Bianca (Allison Williams - "Girls"). Cooper is so enamored with Bianca that he cannot pay attention in English class during a midterm and is set to lose his college scholarship if his performance does not improve. Enter Nate (Miles Jacoby) and Lubo (Brennan Caldwell), Cooper's two roommates, who decide he must seduce his TA once and for all to boost his grade and overcome his insecurities about women. But Cooper ends up falling for his classmate Jackie (Julie Shain) instead, a girl he originally sees as a stepping stone in his path to romance with Bianca. In an additional twist, Jackie and Bianca are competing against each other in a prestigious essay contest, and Bianca turns into the movie's villain when her plans for winning the contest go awry. Without spoiling the rest, there has to be mention of a student with man-child syndrome (a fictional disease in which a grown man reverts to the mind and behavior of a child) who provides humor and is a crucial part of the plot. Being a musical, the film tells the story through a mix of spoken dialogue and spirited, vibrant song.

Billy Martin's Life on Drums (The Art of Drumming and Beyond)

Billy Martin's Life on Drums (The Art of Drumming and Beyond)

From the ears, eyes, and hands of renowned percussionist and educator Billy Martin (Medeski Martin & Wood), Life on Drums is a striking examination of the drummer's art, captivatingly rendered with cinematic grace and intrigue. As relevant to experienced musicians as it is to newcomers, Life on Drums combines candid, wide-ranging conversations with Martin's first drum teacher Allen Herman and beautifully filmed performances of Martin's compositions for percussion ensemble and improvised trap set solos and duets. The film's distinct elements work together to impart a refreshing approach to instruction that prizes the creative and the intuitive over the merely technical. The resulting film -- fiery and passionate yet practical and insightful -- is a riveting extension of Martin's open-ended approach to percussion, improvisation, and music. "Life on Drums is about the art of drumming and percussion, and my concepts, methods, and philosophy of what is important. I'm trying to be as honest and sincere as I am about who I am and what I'm trying to say, and then demonstrate how these philosophies can be used. I want people to see this film and realize that, no matter what degree of technical skill they possess, they can be an artist." -- Billy Martin

George Michael: Freedom Uncut

George Michael: Freedom Uncut

George Michael: Freedom Uncut concentrates on the formative period in the late Grammy winner’s life and career leading up to and following the making of his acclaimed album “Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1”, his infamous High Court battle with his record label while opening his deeply personal life. A funny painful self-portrait by one of the most influential artists of his generation.

It's a Wonderful Plight

It's a Wonderful Plight

It's a Wonderful Plight is a Hip Hop Musical attacking 400 years of systemic racism in America through song. It was written, performed and directed by award winning music producer and raptivist J.Rhodes. Scott is a white man that LOVES black culture, but is otherwise indifferent towards black people. He is ultimately a good hearted human being living in the blissful ignorance that white privilege creates. A weird turn of events introduces Scott to a mythical spirit of wokeness "Josef the Hotep". Josef takes Scott on a journey of Woke Past, Present and Future so that he can pull the wool from his eyes. Scott becomes closer and closer to being a real ally through every step in the process.

Baller Blockin'

Baller Blockin'

A dramatic portrayal of the everyday trials and tribulations of the Cash Money Millionaires that arise on the streets of New Orleans, Louisiana.It stars Bryan “Birdman” Williams, Ronald "Slim" Williams, Juvenile, B.G., Lil Wayne, Turk, Mannie Fresh, with cameos by comedians Anthony Johnson and T.K. Kirkland. The movie contains many of Cash Money’s biggest hit songs as the cast deals with dirty cops, shoot outs and poverty in the heart of the Magnolia projects, New Orleans, Louisiana.

the Bomb

the Bomb

the bomb is an experimental, music-driven film that explores the strange, compelling, and unsettling reality of nuclear weapons. It features a memorable score by the electronica / rock band The Acid and takes viewers on a powerful, visceral journey through the culture and technology of nuclear weapons. the bomb has been called "stunning, avant-garde…unique and dazzling” by Entertainment Weekly, "thrilling" by Vice, and 'an abstract wonder" by the New York Observer. The film emerged from a collaboration between director and editor Kevin Ford, artist and filmmaker Smriti Keshari, author and filmmaker Eric Schlosser, the graphic artist Stanley Donwood, animator The Kingdom of Ludd, and installation designer United Visual Artists.

Miami Connection

Miami Connection

Motorcycle ninjas tighten their grip on Florida’s narcotics trade, viciously annihilating anyone who dares move in on their turf. Multi-national martial arts rock band Dragon Sound have had enough, and embark on a roundhouse wreck-wave of crime-crushing justice. When not chasing beach bunnies or performing their hit song “Against the Ninja,”Mark (Tae Kwon Do master/inspirational speaker Y.K. Kim) and the boys are kicking and chopping at the drug world’s smelliest underbelly. It’ll take every ounce of their blood and courage, but Dragon Sound can’t stop until they’ve completely destroyed the dealers, the drunk bikers, the kill-crazy ninjas, the middle-aged thugs, the “stupid cocaine”...and the entire Miami Connection!!!

Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away

Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away

The documentary captures the story of Buddy Guy, who transcended his early years sharecropping in 1940s Louisiana to become one of music’s most influential guitarists, directly inspiring The Rolling Stones, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton. A tale of decades-long perseverance, Buddy’s journey reflects both the black experience in America in the twentieth century and the history of the blues.

Bob Dylan: Odds and Ends

Bob Dylan: Odds and Ends

Bob Dylan "Odds and Ends" is a new two-hour film composed of archival interviews, promotional videos and documentary shorts. It tells the stories of some of the most important moments in the legendary artist's career.

Dusty Springfield: Bandstand Live In Australia

Dusty Springfield: Bandstand Live In Australia

Created by TCN-9 executive Bruce Gyngell and modelled on the successful American musical /variety show of the same name, Bandstand was hosted by the ever-charming Brian Henderson and set the TV standard for 14 entertaining years, showcasing the very best of Australian and international Pop and Rock'N'Roll music of the 60s and 70s.In 1967 Bandstand celebrated one of Britain's most popular and versatile female vocalists. In the humble words of host Brian Henderson, this special presentation is perhaps the most polished and professional Bandstand ever made.Successfully making the transition from folk-pop to soul, international music sensation Dusty Springfield sings 11 solo songs on this special artist presentation of Bandstand, and performs two lively duets with guest perfomers Freddie Paris and multi-instrumentalist John Sangster. Also featuring a casual sit-down interview, where the singer discusses her past and the demise of The Springfields.Included in this recording are the classic hits: You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me, I Only Want To Be With You, All I See Is You, Little By Little, Anything You Can Do (With Freddie Paris), My Colouring Book, Twenty-Four Hours From Tulsa, Stay Awhile, Morning Of The Carnival (With John Sangster), Wishing And Hoping, In The Middle Of Nowhere, I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself, What’s It Gonna Be?

John Lennon: Hard to Imagine

John Lennon: Hard to Imagine

John Winston Ono Lennon was the co-founder of the most successful and influential band of all time, an unrivalled song writer, a political activist and pacifist and a visionary. His songs took popular music to a new level, impacting modern music like no other before or since. This documentary will take you on a journey through his life told by those who knew him best, from his modest upbringing in Liverpool to his world-wide fame, his musical talent to his political activism, and from his struggles with the law to his tragic death.