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IN DEPTH: Michael Leviton "Summer's The Worst"

Anybody who has heard my story about playing on the same bill as Tiny Tim the night he had a heart attack on stage, knows I have a soft spot for all things ukulele. Enter Michael Leviton, a NYC singer/songwriter who falls on the sea shanty side of the uke spectrum, thus providing a perfect backdrop for this old timey mermaid love story. Directors Nick & Ben don't answer what has always been the most vexing mermaid question — Where is a mermaid's genitalia?

SHOT: Michael Leviton - Nick Carbonaro, director

The Seaworthy Films gang is putting the finishing touches on a clip for NYC's pre-eminent ukulele sea shanty performer, Michael Leviton. The video was largely shot on miniature sets (see photo of DP Adam Orellana peeking in to figure out a shot).

artist: Michael Leviton song: "Summer's The Worst"label: Smith Street/Ace Fudirector(s): Nick Carbonaro production co: Seaworthy Films