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The Big Issue : Case Study

Music Video Analysis Questions

What are the songs about? Burn The Witch - This song has been interpreted in many ways by listeners and critics. The animator behind the video, Virpi Kettu, discussed the motives behind “Burn the Witch”. Interestingly, she believes the video was intended to be happier than the song. “They wanted the video to contrast with what they’re playing and to wake people up a bit,” Kettu explained.   Kettu also said that the band wanted the video to raise awareness about Europe’s refugee crisis and the “blaming of different people including the blaming of Muslims and the negativity” currently engulfing European politics.   I understand where this interpretation has come from as the people of the town are not accepting the 'new' inspector, similar to the way people are turning away the refugees. I see the video as a reflection on the current situation in the U.S, having Donald Trump being elected as president and his extreme views are being showcased throughout this video. Unfinishe...

Radiohead - Burn the Witch

RADIOHEAD - Burn The Witch Radiohead are an English rock band from Abingdon, Oxfordshire, formed in 1985. The band consists of Thom Yorke(lead vocals, guitar, piano, keyboards), Jonny Greenwood (lead guitar, keyboards, other instruments), Ed O'Brien(guitar, backing vocals), Colin Greenwood (bass), and Phil Selway (drums, percussion, backing vocals). They have worked with producer Nigel Godrich and cover artist Stanley Donwood since 1994. Radiohead have been together for 32 years, and have been recently annouced as one of the nominees for the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame shortlist. Radiohead's music falls under the alternative / indie genre, however, not all their music is restricted into this genre. And due to the wide-spread popularity they have gained over the years, they could possibly be labelled as 'mainstream' music. When represented, it is usually lead singer and songwriter Thom Yorke who is the face of the band. In their music videos, it is usually Th...