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Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I’ve picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes…

Reasons for Underground Rap | facofsc.com

Underground rap is a mystery to some. Even some fans of hip hop think that underground stuff is bad or unnecessary. Some don't understand it at all. I think there is a reason for underground rap. Mainstream rap is all pretty much the …

Lavoe Revolt: Sunez Guests on Underground Live Show Tonight@11pm

This show will accomplishthis without bashing radio rap, because we understand that hip hop isa business that generates millions. However, our show will give theunderground artist a place to shine- while giving hip hop a place …

The Grouch & Eligh ft. Slug of Atmosphere | Underground Rap

The Grouch & Eligh ft. Slug of Atmosphere and Underground HipHop News brought to you by Bad Habitat of Surreal Music, Northwest Hip Hop Productions.

Hope you enjoy the read as much as I did and please if you have something to say, use the comments form below to let everyone know your thoughts.

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Script Breakdown – Character Analysis
 by: Peter D. Marshall

In the last article, I talked about the first, and most important, part of a Director’s job – understanding the script: what the story is about; the themes; the story points; and the characters. In this article, I will focus on Character Development and Analysis.

After reading the script and working through the script structure and scene analysis, it’s time to figure out the development and objectives of the characters.

1) Character Functions

Each character has at least one function (or role) in any story, such as:

a) protagonist

b) antagonist

c) best friend

d) love interest

e) confidante

f) partner

g) catalyst

h) mentor

i) comic relief

There are many more, but this is a basic list for you to start with.

2) Character Emotions

Here are the three main character emotions:

a) Sympathy – the audience IDENTIFIES with the character’s problems and triumphs

b) Empathy – the audience UNDERSTANDS the emotions that drive the character

c) Antipathy – the audience wants the character to “GET WHAT THEY DESERVE”

3) Character Components

These are the Internal and External factors that shape each character:

a) Interior – form character

b) Exterior – reveal character

4) Character Background

a) where is the character from (background)

b) what was he doing just before this scene

c) what does the writer say about this character

d) what do others say about this character

e) what does the character say about himself

5) Character Objectives (Most Important!)

These are the main needs and wants of a character (what people want out of life)

a) SUPER OBJECTIVE (example: “Power over People”)

- what is the primal motivation of the character

- what are the main needs of the character

b) OBJECTIVES (example: “Wants to Dominate Character A”)

- what does the character want (motives)

- what are the active choices to achieve the Super Objective

c) MAIN ACTIONS (example: “What they DO to Character A”)

- what the character DOES…

- to get what he WANTS…

- to fulfill his NEEDS

NOTES ON OBJECTIVES:

a) there can only be one objective per character – per scene

b) the simpler the objective, the easier it is for an actor to play it

c) objectives rise out of the character’s needs and feelings

d) objectives help actors react to each other – rather than just “say the lines”

e) an objective should be an active choice for an actor

f) an actor should always play their objective in every scene

When coming up with character objectives, ask yourself: what does each Character want in this story – in this scene?

a) look at the character’s behavior (what he does)

b) look at what the character talks about (what he says)

c) remember: Motive (inner life ) Determines Behavior (outer life)!

6) Character Breakdown

Go through your script and write down all the characters. You should list the main characters first and the secondary characters last and then assign them a function. Your first character should be the main character – or the protagonist.

NOTE: if you are doing a TV Series, the main characters will already be established for you. They are usually numbered “1,2,3…” on any call sheet.

7) Script Breakdown (Per Character)

Answer these question about how each character fits in the story:

a) what is the story function of this Character

b) what is their Super-Objective

c) what is their Main Objective (in the story)

Scene Breakdown (Per Character)

Answer these questions about how each character fits in every scene:

a) what is the character objective in this scene

b) what are the character’s main actions in this scene

c) what are the results of their actions in this scene

9) Character Dialogue

I am a firm believer in the rule ” Less is more!” As the Director, it is your responsibility to take a written document (The Script) and translate it into a visual format (Film or Video). This means that we can sometimes use visuals instead of dialogue to make a story point or to show what an actor is thinking.

After you have done all your homework on Script, Scene and Character Analysis, make another pass at the script to see what dialogue can be omitted by using visuals to get the point across. It is always better to SHOW the audience what a character is thinking, than have them talk about it. (Motion Pictures!)

WARNING: on a TV series, the producers are usually the writers and they are, for the most part, very hesitant to have any dialogue removed. If you have done your homework (Scene and Character Breakdowns) and can show them that your idea will make the scene better, go for it – they can only say no.

About The Author

Peter D. Marshall has worked in the Film and TV Industry for over 32 years. In 2000 he created www.ActionCutPrint.com as an online resource center for Filmmakers where you will find filmmaking tips, articles and directing workshops. Peter also publishes the free monthly ezine, “The Director’s Chair.” http://www.actioncutprint.com mailto:pdm@actioncutprint.com

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So you want to listen to hip hop music?  Whether it’s underground artists such as atmosphere, hard-core rap, old school hip hop or the hottest new artists come here some of the best places where you can listen to hip hop music…

Radio Stations

Hot97. This radio station is perhaps the most widely listened to of any hip-hop station in the United States today, and is undoubtedly the source for mainstream rap artists like Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne and 50 Cent.

Power 105. The station was originally a provider of soft rock, but underwent a serious overhaul to provide some of the hottest mainstream rappers and are the artists out there today.

Power106. The authority in rap music today Power 106 plays at established artists such as Eminem, and Nas, as well as up and coming rap superstars like Drake, Flo Rida and T.I..

IMEEM.  This radio station gives listeners a chance to create their own playlists in a matter of minutes, and features an incredibly large selection of top hip-hop artists, old school grades, and even a respectable amount of underground rap artists.

Pandora. Is definitely one of my favorites on this list. With Pandora, you simply enter the name of an artist or musical style you like, and it automatically creates a playlist of related artists and musical styles that it thinks you would enjoy.  As each song is played you have the option of voting at up or down, and Pandora adjusts accordingly. This is a great way for you to discover fresh new hip-hop music and rap artist that you may not have heard before. I’m continually amazed at the number of new artists I come by thanks to Pandora. If you want to listen to hip hop music in a new way, this is certainly the place to be.

MixTapes

DatPiff. Offers a huge selection of mix tapes from the top artists in again today.  In addition, they have a wide selection of freestyles and music videos as well.  You can search by artist or DJ.

ThatCrack. This may be the best new provider of hip-hop mix tapes on the Internet today.  It offers streaming music, which means you don’t have to download the songs.

If you want to listen to hip hop music, these are without a doubt the best resources available today.  From underground sensations to the most successful mainstream artists, they’ve got you covered.

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Free Mp3 Music Download

Most of us like to hear music. With different forms of music coming up it’s difficult to decide which one to choose from. It’s not possible to buy a new music CD all the time. But today there are number of sites that provide free MP3 music downloads. They have no subscription fee and no registration fee all you have to do is download the songs you want. A proper search can help you find site which offer safe download and are virus free.

Rock & pop music

Do you like Rock and Pop Music? Free Rock and Pop Music are quite popular considering their demand amongst the youth. List of Rock & Pop music includes:

Boogie Rock, Foreign Language Pop, Jam Bands, Surf, Adult alternative Pop/Rock, British Invasion, Rock n ‘roll, Roots, Soft Rock, Southern Rock, Tribute Albums, Glam Rock and lots more.

Jazz Music

Do you like Jazz Music? Now download Jazz music just with the click of a button. List of Jazz music includes:

Acid Jazz, Soul Jazz, Free Jazz, Bop, Cool, Fusion, Big Band, Hard Bop, New Orleans and lots more.

Hip-Hop music

Do you like Hip-Hop music? Get the best of hip-hop numbers to rock your mood. List of downloadable hip hop music are

Alternative Rap, British Rap, Dirty Rap, Gangsta Rap, Go-Go Rap, Party Rap, Southern Rap, Jazz Rap, G-Funk, Golden Age, Old School Rap, Latin Rap, Political Rap, Pop Rap, Underground Rap and lots more.

Folk Music

Today one can find number of sites that provide the best of folk music like never before. You can download thousands of folk music all for free. Folk music is of two types

a) Contemporary Folk
Anti-Folk, Contemporary folk, Folk-Jazz, Urban Folk, Folk-Pop, Folk Singer, Progressive folk, Folk Singer-Songwriter and lots more.

b) Traditional Folk
Drinking Songs, Jug Band, Sea Shanties, Skiffle, Traditional folk, Folk songs, Minstrel, Field recordings and lot more.

Country Music

Many sites also encourage country music download. Country music are basically of two types namely Bluegrass music and Country Music.

a) Bluegrass Music
Bluegrass gospel, Contemporary bluegrass, Traditional Bluegrass, Progressive Bluegrass and lots more.

b) Country Music
Alternative country, Progres
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