I love a great skyline!
As someone who loves to explore different skylines, I went on a search to find an incredible skyline shot (for free). Two of my all-time favorites are the iconic New York skyline and the picturesque Cincinnati skyline.
The image I ultimately selected of the New York skyline looked as though it were plucked from an action-packed superhero movie scene.
During my search for the skyline photo, I stumbled upon the selected audio file. It instantly reminded me of the classic television series “Knight Rider.”
I loved how seamlessly the audio file complemented the New York skyline photo. The image already had the essence of an action movie, and the accompanying MP3 felt like the perfect montage music for a thrilling action sequence.
CC Information
MP3
“skyline” by Andreas Verhamme is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
Images
“Skyline – New York City, New York at night” by Trodel is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
“Cincinnati Skyline” by PunkToad is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
Hi Moneeka,
I’m loving the funky techno music. I watched the “Knight Rider” theme on Youtube to understand the reference a little bit better. As the audio plays, I can picture a montage of city imagery and crime evidence being overlaid a video of Mr. Knight driving around. While I agree that the sound fits the essence of an action movie, I would attribute more to the rising action, rather than the climax.
After a review of the images, my thought was to use the sound of creaking wood-framed structures. I watched a video recently about how skyscrapers tend to sway slightly due to the intensity of wind. Our homes creak so much, imagine if you could tune out all the other sounds in the city and just hear the buildings.
Technical notes:
The images appear to be appropriate resolutions, the sound plays, and all the links attached work.
Hi Moneeka! The overall feel of the image and music transported me into the world of cyberpunk, a style I greatly enjoy. The photo gave me a sense of the awe-inspiring night view of New York and the bustling city life. However, when the music was added, it reminded me of the ‘Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon’ attraction at Universal Studios. With your technologically themed and thrilling music, I felt as though I was soaring through the skies of New York, dodging obstacles, and occasionally falling rapidly. Therefore, I believe the music changed the original meaning of the photo, making the whole scene cooler. Just opening my imagination, I thought a heavy and destructive-sounding piece of music could create the feeling of a person standing high above, waiting for the end of the world, as if all the buildings would collapse in the next moment.
This is clever! Your choice of the New York skyline image and the accompanying audio was spot on! When viewed separately, the image gives a cinematic quality, capturing the essence of an action-packed adventure. On the other hand, the audio, reminiscent of the “Knight Rider” series, adds a nostalgic and dramatic touch. However, when these two elements are combined, the magic happens. The audio seamlessly enhances the visual experience, creating a synergy that transforms the image’s meaning. It’s like the perfect montage music for an epic cityscape. Considering other audio choices, I can imagine a jazzy, upbeat tune turning the New York skyline into a bustling, energetic metropolis. Alternatively, a serene acoustic melody might give it a contemplative, reflective vibe.
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Hello! May I have some more, please? I want to watch the story that unfolds with this picture and music. I found your music perfectly compelling. Was this the opening scene of an urban thriller, I asked myself? Or a film about robbery enacted to take revenge of unscrupulous people. The picture and music seem really well connected with cryptic intent. I can definitely see that the skyline, if one bothers to explore it from ground level, has many interesting stories to tell.