P.E.I. singer/songwriter Nikkie Gallant has released an official music video for her new single Free (I Remember).
“The song started with the spark of an idea: that the past isn’t always as great as we remember it to be, and that sometimes an ending is needed,” Gallant said.
“Then, as usual, my own experiences came out in the song. So, when we were working on the video, it was important to make sure it had the right tone to suit the deeper meaning. It’s definitely a bit dark.”
The video features Gallant singing to the viewer, looking rather uncharacteristically serious, interspersed with urban aerial scenes and other imagery to add to the impact of the lyrics.
Viewers have called the video "profound", "moving", "relevant", and "powerful", with a message of hope.
The video was shot at Film P.E.I.’s recently renovated production studio with director of photography Oakar Myint, art director/production assistant Laura Morgan and production assistant Vinod Ramachandra. Chris Robison then edited the music video, using the scenes filmed on P.E.I., as well as additional footage from Kyle Merrimen.
Free (I Remember) is the first single released from Gallant's upcoming album. Subtle Motions will be her third full-length album and will be released in the spring. Her second album earned her three Music P.E.I. nominations, including songwriter of the year.
The video for Free (I Remember) can be found at nikkiegallant.com or by going directly to the video’s link.
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