Today Keep Shelly In Athens shares the video for “Now I’m Ready” (Feat. Ocean Hope) directed by FACES, via PAPER Magazine. The band and video directors also spoke with PAPER about the new album and the story of how the video came together. PAPER compares the style of the video to that of acclaimed director Lars Von Trier, a high compliment in our book. The band is currently prepping for its North American tour, which launches on Halloween in DC (full dates below). The band’s new album, Now I’m Ready was released on Oct. 16 on Friend of Friends.
Keep Shelly in Athens debuts video for “Now I’m Ready”
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Thanks, Chris
What a great band. Great write up