The Belmont Sessions
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The Belmont Sessions is an independent production collective based out of Chicago
. They have produced live concert videos for a variety of artists, including RJD2
, Maps and Atlases
, and Murs. The group focuses on creating and distributing HD content for online audiences. Their videos are on websites such as Youtube
and Vimeo
and have been featured on music blogs, such as Pitchfork
and La Blogotheque. The majority of their videos can be viewed on the Belmont Sessions' website.
, musician
and producer
, Aunnoy Badruzzaman, created the Belmont Sessions in Chicago, Illinois in 2008. Badruzzaman developed the collective during his second year enrolled at Columbia College Chicago
. Originally, the group recorded and produced local musicians out of Badruzzaman’s apartment, which was then located off of Chicago’s Belmont Avenue. They eventually expanded into working with local venues, as well as touring musicians. The Belmont Sessions is currently active and continues to add to their featured artists.
Sites have included:
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Chicago
Chicago is the largest city in the US state of Illinois. With nearly 2.7 million residents, it is the most populous city in the Midwestern United States and the third most populous in the US, after New York City and Los Angeles...
. They have produced live concert videos for a variety of artists, including RJD2
RJD2
RJD2 is an American music producer, singer and musician. RJD2 was born in Eugene, Oregon, and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He currently resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was signed to the Definitive Jux label where he released two largely instrumental hip hop albums and has produced tracks...
, Maps and Atlases
Maps And Atlases
Maps & Atlases is a indie rock group from Chicago, Illinois USA, equally influenced by folk and experimental music. They have often been labeled as a math rock band though their music has developed a slightly more pop-oriented style over time....
, and Murs. The group focuses on creating and distributing HD content for online audiences. Their videos are on websites such as Youtube
YouTube
YouTube is a video-sharing website, created by three former PayPal employees in February 2005, on which users can upload, view and share videos....
and Vimeo
Vimeo
Vimeo is a video-sharing website on which users can upload, share, and view videos. It was founded by Zach Klein and Jake Lodwick in November 2004...
and have been featured on music blogs, such as Pitchfork
Pitchfork Media
Pitchfork Media, usually known simply as Pitchfork or P4k, is a Chicago-based daily Internet publication established in 1995 that is devoted to music criticism and commentary, music news, and artist interviews. Its focus is on underground and independent music, especially indie rock...
and La Blogotheque. The majority of their videos can be viewed on the Belmont Sessions' website.
History
American directorFilm director
A film director is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic nathan roach, while guiding the technical crew and actors.-Responsibilities:...
, musician
Musician
A musician is an artist who plays a musical instrument. It may or may not be the person's profession. Musicians can be classified by their roles in performing music and writing music.Also....* A person who makes music a profession....
and producer
Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
, Aunnoy Badruzzaman, created the Belmont Sessions in Chicago, Illinois in 2008. Badruzzaman developed the collective during his second year enrolled at Columbia College Chicago
Columbia College Chicago
Columbia College Chicago is one of the largest art colleges in the United States with nearly 12,000 students pursuing degrees within 120 undergraduate and graduate programs...
. Originally, the group recorded and produced local musicians out of Badruzzaman’s apartment, which was then located off of Chicago’s Belmont Avenue. They eventually expanded into working with local venues, as well as touring musicians. The Belmont Sessions is currently active and continues to add to their featured artists.
Mission Statement
The Belmont Sessions was founded in order to help unite, promote, and expand music of all genres and styles.Staff
- Aunnoy Badruzzaman (DirectorFilm directorA film director is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic nathan roach, while guiding the technical crew and actors.-Responsibilities:...
, DPCinematographerA cinematographer is one photographing with a motion picture camera . The title is generally equivalent to director of photography , used to designate a chief over the camera and lighting crews working on a film, responsible for achieving artistic and technical decisions related to the image...
, EditorVideo editingThe term video editing can refer to:* Linear video editing, using video tape* Non-linear editing system , using computers with video editing software* Offline editing* Online editing...
, ProducerRecord producerA record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
) - Alan Dennison (EditorVideo editingThe term video editing can refer to:* Linear video editing, using video tape* Non-linear editing system , using computers with video editing software* Offline editing* Online editing...
, VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Alex Tabaczka (Photographer, Lead VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Matthew Hoodhood (VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Brenten Kelly (VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Dylan Gunnett (VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Matthew Pollack (VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Logan Nielsen (VideographerVideographerStrictly speaking, a videographer is a person who works in the field of videography, video production — recording moving images and sound on video tape, disk, other electro-mechanical device. News broadcasting relies heavily on live television where videographers engage in electronic news...
) - Kevin Monteith (Motion GraphicsMotion graphicsMotion graphics are graphics that use video footage and/or animation technology to create the illusion of motion or rotation, graphics are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects. Motion graphics are usually displayed via electronic media technology, but may be displayed via...
) - Elliott Little (Live Sound Engineer)
- Zach Perry (Mixing and Mastering EngineerAudio masteringMastering, a form of audio post-production, is the process of preparing and transferring recorded audio from a source containing the final mix to a data storage device ; the source from which all copies will be produced...
) - Sergio Claudio (Creative DirectorCreative DirectorA creative director is a position often found within the graphic design, film, music, fashion, advertising, media or entertainment industries, but may be useful in other creative organizations such as web development and software development firms as well....
)
Featured Artists
- The ChariotThe Chariot (band)The Chariot is an American mathcore band from Douglasville, Georgia, formed in 2003. The current lineup consists of drummer David Kennedy, bassist Jon "KC Wolf" Kindler, vocalist and bandleader Josh Scogin, and guitarists Brandon Henderson and Stephen Harrison. The band has experienced frequent...
- DJ HeavygrinderDJ HeavygrinderDJ Heavygrinder is a model/disk jockey of Japanese and European descent. She appeared at Anime Supercon in 2008.-Biography:Born in America, she grew up in Japan's Kanagawa Prefecture, and lived there until the age of 14. While in her teens, her parents decided that she would receive education in...
- The Juan MacleanThe Juan MacLeanJohn MacLean, better known by the stage name The Juan MacLean, is an American electronic musician.-History:Maclean was guitarist for the post-hardcore band Six Finger Satellite, based in Providence, Rhode Island. The band was struck by several tragedies, and Maclean eventually moved into production...
- Kiernan McMullan
- Maps and AtlasesMaps And AtlasesMaps & Atlases is a indie rock group from Chicago, Illinois USA, equally influenced by folk and experimental music. They have often been labeled as a math rock band though their music has developed a slightly more pop-oriented style over time....
- Murs
- Norma JeanNorma Jean (band)Norma Jean is an American metalcore band from Douglasville, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. Since their inception in 1997 and replacement of members throughout the years, the band's only original member is the guitarist, Chris Day...
- Rachele Eve
- Rico Sisney
- RJD2RJD2RJD2 is an American music producer, singer and musician. RJD2 was born in Eugene, Oregon, and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He currently resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was signed to the Definitive Jux label where he released two largely instrumental hip hop albums and has produced tracks...
- Sidewalk ChalkSidewalk chalkSidewalk chalk are typically large colored sticks of calcium sulfate mostly used for drawing on pavement or cement sidewalk. It is sometimes used to draw a four square court or a hopscotch board.-Use:...
- Typical Cats
Blog Syndication
The Belmont Sessions’ videos have been featured on numerous art and music blogs.Sites have included:
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- AEMMP Records
- Amplifica
- Arthurmag.com
- Brooklyn Vegan
- DotLineCircle
- Familiarize Yourself
- Folk Radio UK
- Indyish
- Jerry FuchsJerry FuchsGerhardt "Jerry" Fuchs was an American indie rock drummer, writer and graphic artist. Fuchs was a member of the bands Turing Machine, The Juan MacLean, !!! and Maserati and performed drums live with the groups MSTRKRFT and LCD Soundsystem.-Career:Fuchs attended college at the University of...
Memorial Page - Kiernan McMullan Website
- Kiernan McMullan Myspace
- La Blogotheque
- Lotus Sounds
- Maps and AtlasesMaps And AtlasesMaps & Atlases is a indie rock group from Chicago, Illinois USA, equally influenced by folk and experimental music. They have often been labeled as a math rock band though their music has developed a slightly more pop-oriented style over time....
Myspace - Modern Culture Vulture
- Nervous Acid
- On the Right Foot
- Pitchfork MediaPitchfork MediaPitchfork Media, usually known simply as Pitchfork or P4k, is a Chicago-based daily Internet publication established in 1995 that is devoted to music criticism and commentary, music news, and artist interviews. Its focus is on underground and independent music, especially indie rock...
- Prefix Magazine
- Rraurl
- Schubas
- Tenho Mais Discos Que Amigos!
- The Hitz Music Blog
- The Juan MacLeanThe Juan MacLeanJohn MacLean, better known by the stage name The Juan MacLean, is an American electronic musician.-History:Maclean was guitarist for the post-hardcore band Six Finger Satellite, based in Providence, Rhode Island. The band was struck by several tragedies, and Maclean eventually moved into production...
Blog - Muzzle of Bees
External links
- http://www.thebelmontsessions.com
- http://www.vimeo.com/belmontsessions
- http://www.youtube.com/thebelmontsessions
- http://www.myspace.com/thebelmontsessions
- http://www.facebook.com/thebelmontsessions
- http://www.twitter.com/belmontsessions