CLOSE UP OF LEAD SINGER–
helps determine to the audience
that this is the lead singer of the
band, making them aware that
he is the main performer in this
video.
ESTABLISHING SHOT OF
BAND PLAYING– helps establish to the audience the band
and the instruments they’re
playing whilst showing the
setting of the performance.
CLOSE UP OF GUITAR– used
mainly where guitar solos are
heard. It’s effective as it shows
the audience what instrument is
used at this specific part of the
song.
SIDE MID SHOT OF DRUMMER–
used mainly at parts of the song
when the drums are mainly heard.
Helps show the relationship the
drummer has with their instrument.
STEADYCAM SHOT OF BAND –
helps show the relationships between each band member and
their instruments, whilst also echoing the rhythm and chaos of the
band’s performance, making it
interesting to watch.
LOW ANGLE SHOT OF LEAD SINGER– helps determine the lead singer’s status in the video, showing
they’re an important part in the
band.
MID SHOT OF GUITARIST/
BASSIST– shows them playing
the instrument and is used at
guitar interludes. Helps to
show the passion of the performer as their face and instrument are in the frame.
WHIP PANS FROM EACH
PERFROEMER– helps show
relationships between all
performers. Helps emphasise the chaos which features in most alternative
rock videos, making it entertaining for the viewer.