This special music-focused episode of Timecode:NOLA showcases music videos, documentaries, experimental films, and independent filmmaking from New Orleans and beyond. Featuring blues, rock, hip-hop, R&B, archival imagery, post-Katrina reflections, and filmmaker interviews, this episode highlights the diverse voices and creative spirit of Louisiana’s underground film and music communities.
Featured Films:
• Toe Frog Hip (Ross Hallen) – A documentary exploring the street music scene of New Orleans, featuring Augie Jr. and the Big Mess Blues Band.
• The Ransom Groove (Wylie Whitesides) – A music video for “Ransom Groove” by Baton Rouge-based band The Terms. Includes an interview with filmmaker Wylie Whitesides.
• The Ostrich Song (Charlie Brown) – A music video about the unique lifestyle of ostrich farming.
• Lemme Get Me (Randy Perez) – A music video featuring locations throughout New Orleans affected by Hurricane Katrina.
• Whiskey Girl (Todd Schmidt) – A music video for “Whiskey Girl” by Where Only in it for the Honey.
• Blue Star (Dave Osborn) – An experimental musical short featuring archival footage, vintage photography, and animation from different decades.
• The Day After Tomorrow (B. Mike) – A music video featuring Dizzy (Raw D.I.) and Raj Smoove reflecting on the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina.
• Plea (Tondrae) – An R&B music video examining the state of New Orleans and the country through music and performance.
• Inside Out (Jason Vowell) – A performance-driven music video featuring The Hush.
• Entrepreneur (Jason Affolder) – A darkly comedic short film about a young boy determined to earn enough money to ride a rollercoaster.
Cold Open:
• The Block (Cyril “Poochie” Augustin)
Timecode:NOLA was a television series dedicated to showcasing independent filmmakers, short films, music videos, documentaries, animation, and experimental work while giving creators a platform to discuss their process and projects. Our mission was simple: inspire people to make movies.
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