The Many Moods of SFX: How You Can Use Sound Effects to Enhance Your Storytelling

When we think of the visual content we consume and we digest more now than ever, we often overlook the importance of sound. It’s not that we don’t appreciate it, but we’ve become accustomed to it. This means that when we hear a good sound production or the use of sound in a way that really works, it’s often taken in by a viewer without them even realizing it. In a way, that’s a sign that the sound is doing its job.

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 5

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 5 – YOUTUBE ORIGINALS KIDS & FAMILY DEBUTS NEW MUSICAL HOLIDAY SPECIAL ‘BUSTER SAVES CHRISTMAS’

YouTube Originals and Moonbug Entertainment announce today the premiere of ‘Buster Saves Christmas’. brought to you by beloved and world-renowned animated series, ‘Go Buster’. This 45 minute holiday special can be enjoyed by the whole family and is available to stream exclusively on ‘GO BUSTER OFFICIAL’ YouTube channel and on the YouTube Kids app.

Candlebox – ‘Riptide’

Seattle Washington band Candlebox have helped shaped the direction of contemporary music, from their earliest days when they were a part of a group of courageous PNW artists, who identified the relationship between classic rock, metal, punk, blues, and experimental music. Just like their grunge and alt-rock peers, they were rewarded with massive worldwide success: hit singles and albums (including their quadruple-platinum self-titled debut), global tours, and a permanent place in the hearts of millions. That’s a vital part of the Candlebox story, and always will be.

The Veer Union – ‘Monster’ (Shawn Mendes & Justin Bieber Cover)

Almost exactly a year ago we featured Jedward’s John Grimes’ cover of the Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber single, ‘Monster’. Now we bring you another take on the song, by The Veer Union. Unlike John’s rendition, which saw him sing accompanied only by his acoustic guitar, and indeed, the original song, which was a dance pop number – in the hands of The Veer Union, and featuring Late Night Savior & Stealing Eden, the song is shaken from its pop foundations and given a more punk, almost heavy metal treatment.