75 of the top 100 grossing films.
Ever.
In history.
So that’s 75%.
Or three-quarters of the top grossing films ever made.
Have one thing in common.
They’re remakes or sequels.
Originality.
Originality is important.
Being pioneering is important.
And it’s exciting too.
But sometimes.
A thing that was served to one generation.
In one way.
Can be better served to a new generation.
Or a new audience.
In a new, interesting and amazing way.
DJ’s
I suppose DJ’s are doing this all the time.
Or at least most of the time.
Serving up other people’s music.
Reacting to a crowd.
Being spontaneous.
Creating an experience.
Building mood.
And emotion.
With other people’s tunes.
Remix.
Remixing.
Done carefully and well.
Can be amazing.
Antony.
You know I’m a fan of Antony and the Johnsons.
And I quite like that John Lennon too.
So when I realised that Antony Hegarty (now Anohni) had covered Lennon’s finest tune.
Imagine.
I wasn’t sure what it’d be like.
And whilst it’ll not be for everybody.
I love it’s rawness.
And it’s bravery.
Do Your Thing.
Remix.
Reinvent.
Make it yours.
Just do it really well, OK?
Do your thing with it.
Have a listen: https://www.50odd.co.uk/djs/.
