Can you tell me more about scoring for the series and how it differs from scoring films?
Well, as you would imagine, a series can be quite a bit more work than a film, just in the sense that there is a larger demand for material. Each episode is like a movie of its own, requiring the same amount of content in a much shorter time frame.
Where did you come up with the name "The Ontic"?
In short, the word "Ontic" means "pertaining to that which is real" or "having the status of real and ultimate existence". However its meaning is a bit complex, and is open to many possible interpretations. That's why we like it so much! Since it's a word you don't hear very often, we hope people will be intrigued enough to look it up and come up with their own interpretation of how the word applies to us and to our music. Kinda fun right?
(Writer's note: He was right in assuming not knowing what the term "The Ontic" stood for would make people go and look it up. I did, before he could even respond. (Sneaky devil) The actual definition can be both as complicated as you choose to make it, and simple enough to be subject to individual interpretation. I like his description the best so far. I even found a website that offered "The Ontic Principle". Interesting stuff!
Did being nominated for "Best Original Soundtrack" at the X-Games have anything to do with you landing the scoring job for the series?
As you may already know, The Wanted is co-executive produced by our very good friend Charlie Ebersol, who also produced Don't Look Down and Ithuteng. Charlie, along with his brothers Willie and Harmony, have always expressed their belief in us and the work we do. So we hope this is just the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship.
When told the original video shoot for the video didn't happen that week, I asked what would it take to get the three artists to sit down in front of a video camera (preferably switched to the on position), record one of their jam sessions, and call it a video?
In fact, we just received word that they will be cutting a "Music Video" with footage from the show to use for promo.
Please tell me the video trailer they're doing for this will include the entire song. Is it being created to air on video channels like VH1 and MTV? Did they also tell you when we'll be able to see it?
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