The Art Of World-Building

I had the pleasure in having Shan Vincent De Paul also known as SVDP on the podcast to talk about his music videos, directing opportunities and the world-building he does to create an immersive experience for his fans. I hope you guys enjoy this episode and be sure to check out SVDP's work.

SVDP is a prominent Tamil-Canadian rapper and artist based in Toronto. He has made a significant impact on the global hip-hop scene, particularly with his unique fusion of contemporary hip-hop influences and his Tamil roots. Since launching his solo career in 2016, he has released several projects, including his third studio album, Made in Jaffna, which has garnered over 10 million streams and views​

SVDP is known for his striking self-directed visuals and has received accolades, including a nomination for Video of the Year at the Juno Awards for his video "Neeye Oli"​

Over the years, SVDP has built a considerable global following, touring extensively across multiple countries​. His work has been featured in various prestigious publications, including Rolling Stone India and Forbes, underscoring his growing prominence in the music industry​

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00:00 - Intro
02:14 - What comes first?
04:10 - What is world-building?
07:00 - The scale of music videos
13:19 - Short-form visuals & content
17:52 - The 90s influence and music videos
24:00 - How he got into directing
27:22 - Working with a team
31:30 - The importance of keeping that child-like wonder
34:37 - The challenges with using AI for music videos
37:27 - Video Breakdown of 'BLVCK' music video


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