The crew met up at Bouldin Creek yesterday afternoon, to shoot an interview with some interesting folks. We had initially planned to interview Miguel Hinojosa, and asked him to bring a few friends along. Continuing with our aversion to talking head interviews, we wanted to hear what Miguel had to say, but in the context of a conversation with others.
Miguel has been involved with a lot of local bands, including Belaire and Voxtrot. He's also the man you can thank for most of the Austin bands (including Cari and Belaire) involved in the Indie Translations of the College Dropout, the greatest Kanye West tribute album you'll ever find. Belaire's version of Through the Wire is pretty outstanding.
Miguel also brought his friends Erik Wofford - who's worked with Voxtrot, Belaire, Black Angels and the Octopus Project among many others - Forrest Allen and Jason Riquelmy. They talked about local music and how it's changed since the early 90's, the Live Music Task Force, and the politics surrounding being a musician in Austin. Miguel's girlfriend Angela also came and gave her two cents, which was great not only because she had great things to add, but because it lent some diversity to the conversation.
We've been trying very hard to make this film as diverse as possible, both in the scope of race and gender. I must admit, though, if you're trying to document indie music culture in this town (note: indie music, not just indie rock), it's not that easy to balance the reality of the landscape with the level of diversity you find in it.
Also, a great moment from yesterday: as we were shooting establishing shots of Bouldin Creek Coffehouse, I went around, as per usual, to ask those featured in said shots to sign a release form. I started talking with a couple of guys a few tables away, and as it turns out, one of them was none other than Michael Bell, who's been playing drums with Crystal Castles. He's also been involved with Balmorhea and American Analog Set, so I think it's fair to say he's a pretty interesting guy. Nathan and I were both excited, since we're Crystal Castles fans and all, so of course I proposed the idea to Michael of getting him involved with the film. So far he seems interested, we'll see what develops...
Miguel has been involved with a lot of local bands, including Belaire and Voxtrot. He's also the man you can thank for most of the Austin bands (including Cari and Belaire) involved in the Indie Translations of the College Dropout, the greatest Kanye West tribute album you'll ever find. Belaire's version of Through the Wire is pretty outstanding.
Miguel also brought his friends Erik Wofford - who's worked with Voxtrot, Belaire, Black Angels and the Octopus Project among many others - Forrest Allen and Jason Riquelmy. They talked about local music and how it's changed since the early 90's, the Live Music Task Force, and the politics surrounding being a musician in Austin. Miguel's girlfriend Angela also came and gave her two cents, which was great not only because she had great things to add, but because it lent some diversity to the conversation.
We've been trying very hard to make this film as diverse as possible, both in the scope of race and gender. I must admit, though, if you're trying to document indie music culture in this town (note: indie music, not just indie rock), it's not that easy to balance the reality of the landscape with the level of diversity you find in it.
Also, a great moment from yesterday: as we were shooting establishing shots of Bouldin Creek Coffehouse, I went around, as per usual, to ask those featured in said shots to sign a release form. I started talking with a couple of guys a few tables away, and as it turns out, one of them was none other than Michael Bell, who's been playing drums with Crystal Castles. He's also been involved with Balmorhea and American Analog Set, so I think it's fair to say he's a pretty interesting guy. Nathan and I were both excited, since we're Crystal Castles fans and all, so of course I proposed the idea to Michael of getting him involved with the film. So far he seems interested, we'll see what develops...
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