NIK MORRIS
Behind the Scenes stills from Tres B 'Lonely Man' shoot
Just finished directing the new music video for rising star Tres B, whose new single 'Lonely Man' is being released in Februrary 2012. Here's a few quick cameraphone snaps taken on the day:
The video was produced by Art War Entertainment Ltd, and was shot at the Roundhouse in Camden. The vast circular auditorium provided the perfect location to express the song's emotions, which come from Tres' story of being young and lonely in London after leaving the Congo due to threat of political violence.
After participating in an array of Roundhouse music programmes for 11-25s, Tres B was signed to Roundhouse Records in June 2010 and has since supported The Black Keys and been nominated for Best Male UK based Afro/Caribbean Act of 2010 at the BEFFTA Awards. His debut EP 'Best Friend' was launched as part of the Roundhouse Rising Festival in February last year.
2012 is set to be Tres' best year yet with the assistance of Xenomania songwriters, supported by the Roundhouse, who together have created what can only be described as a ‘soulful floor filler’. Inspired by his childhood idols, including Congolese legends Papa Wemba and Koffi Olomide, ‘Lonely Man’ draws on various musical genres including Central African folk, hip-hop, soul and dance.
It was a pleasure to direct this video. I want to say a massive thanks to the crew, our DP Chris Stephens, my producer Fliss, Oli & Poppy at the Roundhouse, and - of course - the brilliant Tres B. The video and single will be released early 2012.
Find out more:
Tres B Official WebsiteArt War Entertainment Ltd
Roundhouse Records