This b&w performance video for former Blur guitarist Graham Coxon has been out for quite some time, but we've dug it up to coincide with a little CONTEST. The prize is a limited edition double 7" vinyl copy of "I Can't Look At Your Skin" and "What's He Got," with the B-sides "Time For Heroes" and "Outta My League, Dear." It's a nifty package with all the artwork done by Coxon himself. And, since we live in a digital age, we'll also throw in a copy of Coxon's Love Travels At Illegal Speeds CD. To enter, please send an email with your name and address to [email protected]. All entrants must be over 18 years old (sorry kids). We'll randomly select and notify the lucky winner on Tuesday, January 30 .
Now, back to the video. It's a pretty simple affair, using nothing more than a large black border an occasional negative effect to enliven the performance. Simplicity, in my opinion, is usually a good thing, especially if the intended focus is on Coxon's ability to churn out an indie rock buzzsaw while channeling the spirit of vintage Elvis Costello. --> watch "Standing On My Own Again" at YouTube or in Real or Windows Media
Graham Coxon "Standing On My Own Again" (Astralwerks)
Barnaby Roper, director | Charlotte Woodhead, producer | Flynn, production co | Robbie Ryan, DP | Nick Allix, editor
