Fictionist Are A “Free Spirit” In Their New Music Video: Idolator Premiere
As the weather begins to warm up — well, not considering this rainy afternoon in New York City — the accompanying music gets more uplifting and vibrant. So in comes in Provo, UT band Fictionist, whose fun-filled “Free Spirit” music video we are premiering today (June 1)!
Shot by Jed Wells, the visual from the self-described glitch-pop/rock outfit is quite the hilarious one! It shows the musical foursome goofing off on set of a seemingly epic film, a glam rock music video and more. Yet the director chooses to answer phone calls from his famous friends (Adam Levine, Bruce Springsteen, etc.) instead of listening to the actors’ requests.
Here is what band member Stuart Maxfield told us about working on the visual:
The “Free Spirit” video was a riot to make. We worked with Jed Wells on the film, and having someone there to collaborate with was a huge asset. For example, wearing the different outfits isn’t something we would have come up with ourselves. Jed did a cool job capturing a transitional period in our career. I think the video ultimately sends the message of just letting things be, letting people be who they are, I like that.
The “Free Spirit” clip tells a story of the band’s roller coaster ride when they signed to Atlantic Records. After parting ways with the label to gain more artistic freedom, Fictionist headed to the studio to record their self-titled fourth studio album (released in October 2014). Along with promoting their new music, the band are gearing up to hit the road with Neon Trees and COIN this summer.
Watch the video up top, and catch Fictionist’s upcoming tour dates below!
FICTIONIST SUMMER TOUR DATES
Jun 13 — 5 Star Legacy Foundation Summer Bash w/ Neon Trees, Big Data Orem, UT
Jun 18 — Front Conference
Jun 21 — New Music Seminar
Jun 25 — Utah Arts Festival
Jun 27 — Daybreak Music Festival
Jul 04 — Ouray Music Fest
Jul 09 — Revolution w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 10 — The Beacham w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 11 — State Theater w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 13 — Center Stage w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 14 — The Cannery Ballroom w/ Neon Trees
Jul 15 — Daytrotter
Jul 16 — Newport Music Hall w/ Neon Trees, COIN Jul 17 — House of Blues w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 18 — Rams Head Live w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 20 — 9:30 Club w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 21 — The TLA w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 22 — Irving Plaza w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Jul 25 — College Street Music Hall w/ Neon Trees, COIN Jul 26 — Paradise Rock Club w/ Neon Trees, COIN
Aug 06 — Twilight Concert Series w/ The Kills, Metz
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