Screenshot curtsey of thatgamecompany (From official website)

I downloaded thatgamecompany’s newest title “Journey” last week and I have to say…I can’t stop thinking about it. While short, it’s already made a huge impression and I know I’m not the only one who thinks that. It’s a radically different and fresh approach to gaming as a whole…and I have to say, I’m excited to start it back up again. Austin Wintory’s score is absolutely awesome. Using live players and orchestra, the score really takes the game to a whole new level. Right now, you can snag it on the PSN or iTunes and a CD is rumored to be forthcoming. It’s easily one of my favorite scores of 2012. I don’t want to give anything away, but if you like thought provoking games, using the Hero’s Journey model with a really cool use of multiplayer (if you really can call it that) then head over to the PSS and download it. You’ll not regret it.

Speaking of games, I really need to jump back into “Skyward Sword” and actually kick off “Skyrim!” LOL. Less TV I think…might be a good plan!

In other news, my website was hacked last week! Don’t worry…you’re safe! The random (and very sneaky) redirect went invalid pages which makes me (and Josh) think the servers are long gone…which is good! But everything should be back up and running now.

Finally, I think it’s time for a new picture in my About section. That one’s getting a little old…let’s see what I can come up with!

Happy Friday everyone!
–Brian

Hey Series of Tubes!

Just wanted to post a little update…just got done with a little cleanup on the backend…so things should be running nice and smooth! Added a slicker page navigation and removed some other elements that were cluttering. Looking to get some pics up from the Seattle performance of “Symphony of the Goddesses” soon! It was an awesome show!

Back soon!
–Brian

Opening night at The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center - Dallas, TX

After the smash hit that was “The 25th Anniversary” concerts, producer Jeron Moore and Music Director Chad Seiter wanted to expand their vision for the project and tell the story of Link, Zelda, Ganon and the land of Hyrule. But at the same time, deliver a musical experience as only fans of the series could deliver. With Nintendo’s blessing, “Symphony of the Goddesses” was born…the first stop, Dallas, TX. Once the Meyerson kicked off its initial sales, legions of fans traded in their rupees for tickets and the first stop on the world map became sold out with in days. If you really wanted a ticket, eBay became your only source. With prices going as high as $400.

I was lucky enough to get some time off and attend the concert. No way I’d miss this! Not to mention there’s something about seeing your work in front of a real audience you know? Together with Eric Buchholz and David Ramos, I spent most of the day helping out producers Jeron Moore and Jason Paul, and Meyerson team with whatever needed to be done. Our off time was spent listening to the orchestra rehearsal who was under the watchful eye of Music Director Chad Seiter and Conductor Eímear Noone.

As the public began to file in, we three all dawned our t-shirts and armed with my iPhone, went to talk to the masses. Needless to say, we met some really cool fans, and of course, everyone was excited about the concert. We saw a few “25th Anniversary” t-shirts running around, but on the whole, for most of the people there, this would be their first “Zelda” concert…and for some, their first symphony performance! It was really fun to watch your traditional symphony-goer, your average symphony-goer, little kids with families and cosplayers…all in one room, having a good time! It’s really great to see the meshing that happens. Everyone is there for the music. It’s kind of…dare I say…magical.

As one of the editors for the project, I’d been living with the video and music for a while now. There’s nothing I love more than to see an audience simply loose themselves in the performances and visuals. To completely let go and surrender to their love of something. I saw it with “PLAY!,” “The 25th Anniversary,” and now of course with “Symphony of the Goddesses.” It was for all intents and purposes a flawless show. And by the end, more than a few fans were crying on their way out…but everyone was in good spirits and I bet we’ll see some repeat attendees!

What’s great about all of this, is that in the end people come because they love the symphony, “Zelda” or both. Music drives everything. And what’s special about “Symphony of the Goddesses” is that you’re treated to a very special story that’s tightly integrated with the performance and the visuals. A first for a concert series like this. It’s very special and unique. I’d encourage you all to see it when it happens to visit you! I promise…you’ll not be disappointed!

–Brian

PS: I mentioned that we shot a bunch with my iPhone…see below video! Produced and edited by Eric and I…and in HD! Enjoy!

Hey Interwebs!

Happy 2012! I look to be doing some new things around here…new videos…more updates…and more…something!

Look for some small updates coming in the next few days/early nest week to my Resume and a new post about “Symphony of the Goddesses” which premiered in Dallas last Tuesday!

–Brian

Howdy everyone!

This past week, my newest Top Secret project hit LA, JMP Productions and Nintendo’s “The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Concert!” And if you attended, you know it was a smashing success! Hosted in the beautiful Pantages Theatre in downtown LA, the concert showcased 25 years of music from the series. To fan delight, composer Kondo-san and longtime series Producer Aonuma-san were also in attendance with Aonuma-san introducing, and Kondo-san making a surprise entrance for the first encore, a piano performance of “Grandma’s Theme” from “The Wind Waker.” For my part, I was involved with editing the on-screen video and served as a production assistant. It was a magical night, and a huge thanks for everyone at JMP Productons, Nintendo, and especially, Kondo-san and Aonuma-san!

–Brian

That’s right! A new Top Secret project has landed on my plate! This one has to be one of my biggest to date. I’ll post on it in a few weeks…but not now…shhh.. It’s one of the coolest and surreal experiences of my life thus far!

Stay tuned!

–Brian

Hey everyone!

I just learned that “Liam’s 6 Dollar Club” won the 2011 award for “Best Single News Story” from the Oregon Association of Broadcasters! Check it out if you haven’t already!

–Brian