I have been working on some videos with my friend and photographer Steven Bush (stevenbush.org) for local Austin artists we are calling "Confessionals". The idea is simple: one fluid take or a musician (usually a singer/songwriter) performing his or her song. No video cuts, no audio editing.

The idea came when we realized that photo shoots were not exactly useful for musicians anymore - image definitely plays a part, but it doesn't allow you to hear the music. And in a world with so much "image noise", standout artists often get lost in the mix. Confessionals give artists a chance to stand above the crowd - it puts forth an image of the artist while showing what they are capable of. The film should present the song in a simple, straightforward, but elegant way, letting the artist and song shine - not the high-budget production.

Here are some examples:
David Ramirez - "Stick Around"


Penny & Sparrow - "Creature"


Matt McCloskey - "Into The Light"

Thanks for checking out the site! We are excited to "officially" launch TheAudioVillage.com, your resource for professional studio recording/overdubs and royalty-free music library, featuring high-quality and custom music for your production.

We will be constantly adding to our music library, but for now, check out the music we have on there and see if any would work for your film or production!

Also, we are pleased to have P.Ellis Drums on board, contributing phenomenal drum sample packs to use in place of poor quality drums on your recording or to make loops from. P.Ellis Drums is an Austin based custom drum-kit builder, seen on stage with many major touring acts! Download the P.Ellis Drums Sample Pack #1 now, featuring over 80 studio quality drum samples, including his amazing Widow Maker 14"x5.5" snare!

We're excited to announce that we will be carrying a P.Ellis Drums Sample Pack on the site! P.Ellis Drums is a custom drum company from Austin, TX, specializing in high-quality drums for any budget. The owner of P.Ellis Drums, Philip Ellis, dropped by the studio last month and recorded samples of a new kit he had just finished. The result is a collaboration between The Audio Village and P.Ellis Drums to bring you over 80 CD quality drum samples, including 12 kick drum sounds, 32 snare drum sounds (featuring his phenomenal Widowmaker 14" snare), 18 tom sounds, and a variety of cymbal and hi-hats. The entire drum pack of 80+ sounds is only $20! Check it out and fatten up those subpar drums on the project you're working on!

Check out P.Ellis Drums online at pellisdrums.com.

TheAudioVillage.com will officially launch November 1! At that point, you will be able to browse and purchase our Library of material to license a piece of music royalty-free for your production. Also, be sure to check out our state-of-the-art recording studio, capable of handling any audio project you are currently working on!