August 2007

Considering the man uses "Rage" as his nickname, it shouldn't be a surprise to hear that Dale Resteghini is one driven and determined director.  Over just a few years he has directed over 300 videos — starting out with low budget heavy metal videos and then expanding to nearly every genre. All the hard work is translating into a big 2007 — especially in the rap world — with the huge hit Mims "This Is Why I'm Hot," Yung Berg "Sexy Lady" and the just-released Soulja Boy "Crank Dat" video.

Refused TV has announced the signing of director Josh Graham for music videos. He remains with A Common Thread for commercials.

Graham is both a motion graphics designer and a live action director. And, he's guitarist for indie band Red Sparowes. Directing credits include videos for The Dillinger Escape Plan, Isis, Saves The Day and Underoath. Visit his website Suspended In Light for more info.

She hasn't gone hip-hop, but Vanessa Carlton's next album — Heroes & Thieves, due  October 27 — is her first for Irv Gotti's The Inc (aka Murder Inc, the home of Ja Rule).

artist: Vanessa Carlton  song: "Nolita Fairytale"   label: The Inc/Universal Motown director(s): Marc Klasfeld  production co: Rockhard Films rep: Robin Frank Management

To support the debut full length Leaves In The River due out September 25...

artist: Sea Wolf song: "Winter Windows" label: Dangerbird director(s): Cat Solen production co: Partizan