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  • Video ad for Marie Naffah

    Video ad for Marie Naffah's single 'Honey & Air'.

    9 months ago
  • Ten Years After Woodstock 69 Advert

    Video advert commissioned by Chrysalis Records 

    Commissioned by Blue Raincoat Music.

    1 year ago
  • Advert for Form and Function book

    Motion advert for the Book Form and Function, put out by The BlackDog's Martin Dust. Amoeba has 20 pages of Typographical BrutalFONTestate works in the book, celebrating design, architecture and the bauhaus style genre. https://revelations23.com/pro…

    1 year ago
  • Call On Me - DJ S.K.T

    A short promotional lyric video for DJ S.K.T's Track - Call On Me - Aligning with Toolroom Record's brand.

    Commissioned by Toolroom Records.

    1 year ago

  • Mitch Rowland 'Come June' Creative

    'Come June' is the debut solo album by GRAMMY Award winner Mitch Rowland. In 2023, Blackstar's creative team were commissioned by Giant Music to create a suite of assets around the release of the album, including ad creative, social posts, banners, and more. Blackstar were also responsible for filming Mitch in various locations around London, capturing candid discussions about the making of the album, and intimate performances of tracks recorded live at Octagon Studios in Brixton.  

    2 years ago
  • Vinyl Release Commercial

    Animated motion graphics commercial for the phyiscal release of Avenged Sevenfold's Life Is But a Dream.

    2 years ago

  • The Vaccines

    In 2024 The Vaccines released their sixth studio album, 'Pick Up Full Of Pink Carnations'. Our creative team worked closely with Red Light Management, creating content ahead of the album's announcement, in the run up to release, and in the months that followed. Check out our visuals including visualisers for the album's singles (directed and edited by Blackstar), filmed content around promotional events, and animated assets for the album announce.

    Commissioned by Red Light Management.

    2 years ago

  • Olivia Rodrigo 'GUTS' Album Ads

    'GUTS' is the highly-anticipated sophomore album from US sensation Olivia Rodrigo. For the album's release, Blackstar's creative studio were commissioned by Polydor Records to create a suite of advertising assets to be used across TV, VOD, and digital advertising, with two bespoke creatives to target a range of audiences and demographics.

    Commissioned by Polydor Records.

    2 years ago
  • This is Freetown - EPK 2023 Launch

    Editor: Obiora Smith

    Colorist: Obiora Smith

    2 years ago
  • Marketing Reel (Music Industry)

    Various promotional and marketing videos for Universal Music Group and more. 

    Commissioned by UMe.

    2 years ago
  • Tour ad for the Brand New Heavies

    Tour ad for The Brand New Heavies. Variations produced in different formats, dates and venues.

    2 years ago

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    Sound Graphik collection (feat. Marcxs)

    Artwork : Sour Graphik collection (feat. Marcxs)
    Client : Sour Graphik


    Since the products of “Sour Graphik” based on its own illustation works musicality, each product has its own secret story by the original sound track. In order to present those stories in a multidimensional way, featuring with our Brand Representative who is a indie hip-hop singer - Marcxs. To manifest a chill-out style, its illustrations mainly concern the bad things we meet in our urban daily life. It makes use of trendy Japanese aesthetic elements to depict such “sad but cool” urban vibe, hoping that people will find them relatable, and feel cool using those products.

    Commissioned by S&B Creative.

    2 years ago
  • Circa Waves - Telesales Asset

    We created this fun' Telesales' asset to promote sales of Circa Waves latest album 'Never Going Under'.

    Commissioned by Prolifica Management.

    2 years ago
  • Nia Archives Merch edit

    VHS edit for Nia Archives ahead of her merch drop at Notting Hill Carnival in 2022

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    2 years ago
  • Motionless In White - Hot Topic Merch Video

    We created this asset to promote the new Motionless In White merchandise designs available via Hot Topic.

    Commissioned by Roadrunner Records.

    2 years ago
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    Birthday Artwork | Camidoh

    Raphael Camidoh Kofi Attachie (born 21 January 1994) known by the stage name Camidoh is a Ghanaian Afropop, R&B, and Afrobeats songwriter, and musician.

    3 years ago
  • U2 - SOS

    We're super pumped to be working on the campaign for rock superstars U2's new album, 'Songs of Surrender'. Here is one of the 2D product animations that we've put together for the release to showcase all of the formats that are available for pre-order.

    Out March 17, the LP of 40 reimagined and rerecorded songs follows Bono’s memoir 'Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story', which came out in November.

    3 years ago
  • Book Launching Animation for Can Can Friends 4

    This is a collaborative project with Mexican Publisher Can Can Press, I made this short animation for the Publisher to launching their new book 'Can Can Friends 4'

    Director & Animator: Qianhui Yu
    Composer: Lucie Treacher
    Publish Date: 31 October 2022

    3 years ago
  • Video Advert for Ministry Of Sound

    Super chuffed to have collaborated with Ministry Of Sound⁠
    on the artwork and animation for #TheAnnual2023 with the biggest dance floor bangers from @patricktopping@elizarosemuzik@lfsystemmusic@sigala@eatseverything@catburns@goddarduk @interplanetary_criminal93@discolines@nathandawe@official_ellahenderson and so many more across 44 tracks! ⁠

    -⁠
    @ministryofsound @sonymusicuk

    Commissioned by Ministry of Sound.

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    Commissioned by Sony Music .

    3 years ago
  • Dermot Kennedy - 'Sonder' (Vinyl Ad)

    Commissioned by Island Records

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    3 years ago
  • Vaughan EP Advertisement

    Vaughan - 'I Was' EP Social Media Advert

    3 years ago
  • The Stickmen Playlist

    Commissioned by Warner Records

    Commissioned by Warner Records.

    3 years ago
  • K-Trap - 'The Last Whip' (Video Ad)

    Commissioned by Black Butter Records

    Commissioned by Black Butter Records.

    3 years ago
  • The National | Product Announcement "Reissues"

    Thirty-second promotional short, designed for social media platforms, announcing the reissue of The National's first three albums in both vinyl and CD formats. Using both 2D and 3D animation techniques, the product has been modelled and rendered, before being composited alongside animating messaging, against a neutral background. Selected from one of the three albums, the audio was edited and looped to fit ad duration.

    Supplementary deliverables include various formats for socials.

    Direction and motion design: Michael Speed

    Commissioned by 4AD.

    3 years ago
  • Sports Team - GULP!

    Commissioned by Island Records

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    3 years ago
  • MEDUZA - 'Bad Memories'

    Commissioned by Island Records

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    3 years ago
  • The Vamps - All Night

    Commissioned by UMC

    Commissioned by UMC.

    3 years ago
  • Dermot Kennedy - 'Kiss Me'

    Commissioned by Island Records

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    3 years ago
  • Robbie Williams - 25th Anniversary

    Commissioned by UMR

    Commissioned by UMC.

    3 years ago
  • Dermot Kennedy - 'Sonder'

    Commissioned by Island Records

    Commissioned by Island Records.

    3 years ago
  • REM Chronic Town

    Commissioned by UMe

    Commissioned by UMe.

    3 years ago

  • Klangstof | Lyric Video "Ocean View"

    A set of lyric videos to accompany the release of Klangstof's "Ocean View EP". Inspired by the release's pack shot, rubbish bags litter the empty environment, as lyrics pass in and out to match the melancholic tone of the release.

    Supplementary deliverables include; social clips and a Spotify canvas ad.

    Label: Velveteen Records.
    Direction and motion design: Michael Speed.

    3 years ago
  • The Vamps - '10 Years'

    Commissioned by UMC

    Commissioned by UMC.

    3 years ago
  • Belters Only - 'I Will Survive'

    Commissioned by Polydor Records

    Commissioned by Polydor Records.

    3 years ago
  • Sam Smith - 'Love Me More'

    Commissioned by Capitol Records.

    Commissioned by Capitol Records.

    3 years ago
  • Dua Lipa - Video Ad

    Commissioned by Warner Music

    Commissioned by Warner Records.

    3 years ago

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    Gary Numan | Product Announcement "45*15"

    Promotional video ad announcing the release of Gary Numan's 45*15 box set. The video ad showcases what comprises the release, along with promotional messaging and label branding. The ad features a concise audio edit of the artist's most notable track, "Cars".

    Supplementary deliverables include; animated product shots and social clips.

    Direction and motion design: Michael Speed

    Commissioned by Beggars Group.

    3 years ago

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    Unboxing for LUMP

    Working with design studio Raised By Bears, we created this advert for the release of the LUMP album "Animal" for Partisan Records.

    Filmed and edited by Industrious Dark.

    Commissioned by Partisan Records.

    3 years ago

  • Partisan Records Social Media Adverts

    We work in an ongoing capacity with design studio Raised By Bears, creating video content for Partisan Record's roster of bands such as The Black Angels, Beth Orton, NoSo, Maple Glider, Fontaines D.C. and Sun's Signature, creating compelling video content that showcases the bands, highlights tracks and releases and also advertise unique events.

    Commissioned by Partisan Records.

    3 years ago
  • Arcadion - Album Promo 2 - 3 track - 1 minute limit for social media

    Album promo produced for OP Records and Arcadion. 1 minute-long sponsored advertising for social media that was also split into 3 videos.

    3 years ago
  • Poisseau

    Teaser for the performance "poisseau", inspired in a fictional character, half fish, half bird. Premiered in Chauvigny, France, at the end of July 2022.

    3 years ago
  • Cassia - Animated Pre-order Asset

    Animated ad asset created by our in-house team showcasing the different album formats to encourage pre-orders.

    Commissioned by BMG.

    3 years ago

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    Arca | Product Announcement "KiCki–kiCKiiiii"

    Product visualisation, using 3D and 2D techniques, to create, model and animate the limited edition box set. Both stills, and an animate 30 second short-film, were created to promote announcement.

    Supplementary deliverables include various social clips.

    Box set art direction and design: Ausias Pérez, Andrea Chimp, Frederik Heyman, Jake Simmonds and Alfie Allen.
    Direction, motion design and product renders: Michael Speed.

    Commissioned by XL Recordings.

    3 years ago
  • Moss Bross Ad Spot

    Ad spot for Moss Bros floral range. 

    3 years ago
  • VW California Isle of Sky

    Video ad for VW California van. 

    3 years ago
  • Sonny Fodera - Brixton Academy Ticket Promo

    Video trailer shot & edited to promote the sale of Sonny Fodera's headline show at O2 Brixton Academy in London.

    Commissioned by Palm Artists.

    3 years ago
  • Foals - 'Life Is Yours' (3D Product Animations)

    Check out the 3D animations we've made for Foals' upcoming album 'Life Is Yours' releasing on June 17th via Warner Music UK!

    Commissioned by Warner Music.

    3 years ago
  • Asia In Asia - 'Live at the Budokan, Tokyo, 1983'

    Take a look inside Asia In Asia's new 'Live at the Budokan, Tokyo, 1983' deluxe box with our 3D animations. Releasing via BMG! 🦅

    Commissioned by BMG.

    3 years ago
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    Royal Blu "Hype" - Promo Material

    Artwork and promotional videos for Royal Blu's single Hype and it's accompanying music video.

    Direction, 3D illustration and motion graphics by Ikem Smith

    Sound design by QuiK Keyz

    3 years ago
  • The Rolling Stones - Live at El Mocambo

    Check out our 3D animations for The Rolling Stones' new live album 'Live At The El Mocambo' capturing two classic shows from the 70's. Available to pre-order now via Polydor Records. 👄

    Commissioned by Polydor Records.

    3 years ago
  • Cologne Commercial / Funny Single Promo

    Written, shot and edited by Jaxon at JX

    3 years ago

  • Rush - Moving Pictures 40th Anniversary Campaign

    Worked closely with Universal's Director of Marketing on the Rush Moving Pictures social media and marketing campaign: Animated & still social media ads / Times Square animated ad design / etc. 

    Commissioned by Universal Music Group.

    3 years ago
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    Social Media Campaigns with Universal Music Group

    Various Social and Marketing Campaign element for Universal Music Group

    Commissioned by Universal Music Group.

    3 years ago
  • Fontaines D.C. - I Love You (single adverts)

    Fontaines D.C. have just dropped their brand new single 'I Love You'. Taken from their upcoming new album 'Skinty Fia' which is out on Partisan Records on 22nd April.

    Commissioned by Partisan Records.

    3 years ago
  • Muse - Will Of The People Album Ads

    The mighty Muse have announced their brand new album 'Will of The People' out 26th of August! Available to pre-order now via Warner Records 🔥

    Commissioned by Warner Music.

    3 years ago
  • We are TBJ Productions

    Creativity, Passion and Vision is what we bring to all the project we work on. Whether it’s a music video or a product shoot we have the team and experience to bring your vision to life. 

    3 years ago
  • LCD Soundsystem - 20 Year Celebration

    New York's finest, LCD Soundsystem are celebrating 20 years of being a rock group with a series of shows at the O2 Academy Brixton! Tickets are on sale this Friday. You do not want to miss this!

    3 years ago

  • Chrysalis Records Social Advertisements

    Short ads made in After Effects using a combination of existing media and my own mock ups / visual effects. 

    3 years ago
  • Years & Years - Night Call Tour Ads

    Fresh from their No.🥇album 'Night Call', Years & Years are heading out on tour! Grab your tickets now from AEG.

    Commissioned by AEG Live.

    3 years ago
  • Without You

    A promo video for the song 'Without You'

    Commissioned by Toolroom Records.

    3 years ago