Gerald V. Casale, a pioneering figure in the New Wave scene and a founding member of DEVO, is back in the spotlight with his groundbreaking “4-Dimensional” music video for “Lounge: Pay U Back.” This innovative project accompanies the reissue of his The Invisible Man EP, now available for purchase directly from GeraldVCasale.com.
Casale, renowned for his creative contributions to music videos for bands like DEVO, Foo Fighters, and Soundgarden, pushes the boundaries once again. The “Lounge: Pay U Back” video wasn’t filmed in the traditional sense.
Collaborating with 4D Fun Studios, Casale used the cutting-edge technology of 4Dviews’ volumetric capture system, which employs 32 digital scanning cameras to transform reality into a captivating 360° virtual CG experience. This technique is a leap forward in music video production, offering viewers an immersive 4-dimensional journey.
The track itself is a ‘Lounge’ style reinterpretation of Casale’s original song, “I’m Gonna Pay U Back.” This version marks his first collaboration with Josh Freese, the new drummer for Foo Fighters, and features Steve Bartek, the lead guitarist from OINGO BOINGO. In this virtual landscape, all three artists are represented as digital avatars, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this already unique project.
Initially released as an exclusive for Record Store Day and quickly sold out, The Invisible Man EP is now available for the first time in a stunning 12-inch ‘invisible’ vinyl format, complete with autograph options at GeraldVCasale.com. Fans can also purchase the EP on CD and cassette, marking Casale’s first cassette release in 30 years. As an added bonus, for a limited time, orders will include an exclusive 10 sticker set featuring a Glow-in-the-Dark replica of the front cover artwork by Tomo77.
Gerald Casale has been a trailblazer since his early days with DEVO, directing iconic videos like “Whip It,” “Satisfaction,” and “Beautiful World.” Now, at 75, he continues to challenge and expand the realms of audio-visual entertainment.
The reissued EP includes six tracks, offering various renditions of “The Invisible Man” and “I’m Gonna Pay U Back,” including instrumental and ‘E-Z Listening’ versions, allowing fans to experience the music in multiple styles.
Experience the fusion of music and technology with Gerald V. Casale’s latest endeavor.
It’s not just a music video; it’s a journey into a new dimension of art and sound.
