Hey guys,
I realize this will make me sound like the old fart that I am but I'm a bit perturbed at how obsessed all 4 of my kids are with their electronic devices (ipod, computer games, etc).
This video will be my attempt to try to persuade them to consider using their devices a little less and experience life a little more (and maybe even ponder their spiritual beliefs).
To me, the video is as important (or even more so) than the music.
I'd appreciate any constructive criticism you may have...musically there are some things I will probably change as the visuals come together more (ie the outro will probably need to be shortened).
My main income is from video production/post production so suggestions in that area are welcome too.
The acting will be easy enough that I won't need any pro talent...my 18 year old daughter will be playing the girl and my friends and family will be acting out the choir part and I along with my 25 year old daughter (she sings her ass off) and my wife will sing the choir parts later...even though none of them know it yet : )
 
Thanks very much,
Randy
it's titled "there's so much more" at the top located at
http://youtube.com/crystalclearnm
 

Interesting message in the song Randy, it sounds like you have a good base to work from, the mix sounds close here, the vox might need a touch or two, but us Wookiee's know little about vocals
 
Thanks for sharing I will keep my furry eyes and ears peeled for the progression.

Thanks Wook, if this works out as well as I'm hoping I will probably pay to have it (and others) mixed and mastered.
After I get to a certain point I just can't seem to make it any better (and sometimes make it worse)...I bring out something I want to hear more and take away from something else.
Any advice as to someone capable of helping me would be appreciated...my budget is very limited but I know I need help.
Thanks again bud,
Randy 

You're going into it with great organization and vision. You'll do well :)
 

Sixfinger
You're going into it with great organization and vision. You'll do well :)
 

Thank you very much,
I don't know about the organization part (I'm known to be disorganized...you should see my studio : ) but the visualization (to me) is very strong and will convey the message well if tweaked and produced well.
Thanks again,
Randy

Nice job, Randy!  I like the downward chord progression that repeats a few times, very cool.  And the orchestration seems to work well in context. 
 

Thanks very much Steve,
I was concerned with that section because it switches back and forth from 4/4 to 5/4 meter and came close to changing it to all 4/4 but felt it works well with the lyrics/message (as airy-fairy as they may sound to some people).
Since I've posted this, I've decided to change the visuals there from "fast clips of fun active stuff" to the girl with the phone being shaken & slapped by "herself" (girl all the while concentrating on the phone)
It will be a green-screen/timing challenge but I think I (and my daughter) can pull it off without it looking toooo cheesy.
Thanks again Steve,
Randy 

It's interesting how you have the video subtexted with those scene notes, that's a good idea to keep track of things.
 
The kick drum, and the drums in general, seem well mixed. As I listened, I found myself focusing on all the excellent little background touches you have going on.
 
The "chorus?" with the chords that bounce around in 5/4 was not a highlight for me, to be honest, but if you are feelin' it then there you go. I don't however think that part of your song would be "accessible" to your target audience, thematically. I could be wrong of course.
 
I will look forward to watching what you come up with! It's very cool to take a song like this into the video realm.
 
cheers,
-Tom

The "chorus?" with the chords that bounce around in 5/4 was not a highlight for me, to be honest, but if you are feelin' it then there you go. I don't however think that part of your song would be "accessible" to your target audience, thematically. I could be wrong of course.
 
I think you may be right Tom, especially since I've had the same thought at times.
I imagine I will just lose the 5/4 altogether...AND after reading your post, I'm also thinking it should be a female singer instead of an "old" man
Ideally I would get my younger daughter (the one that will be acting) to sing it but she's always been intimidated by her siblings' talent and very shy when it comes to singing.
I'll probably wind up getting her older sister to sing it...she has a killer voice and has the ability to be silky smooth on the verses and belt the hell out of the chorus. 
Another good thing about her singing this would be that she is one of the "device addicted" kids I'm trying to reach  
Thanks very much Tom, your input is well received sir!

Interesting tune/vid Randy!  Hey, you may be on to something by having a (er, um, younger) female lead vocal... might carry more impact.  ;-)  There was a very short room sound on the vocals I didn't care for... really sounds like the "booth" to me.  Maybe add a little ambiance to tame it?  The orchestral mix sounded great and I like the way it was panned to make room for the vox.  I lost the drums a time or 2 though... got a little buried I think... at least on my system.
 
I actually had no problem with the odd meter, and think it brought emphasis to the point you were trying to make.
 
Keep after this one!