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In a beautifully nostalgic and heartwarming twist on the classic carol, Dami Im has released her new music release and video for ‘Silent Night’, capturing the essence of the holiday season with a creative blend of traditional vocals and groundbreaking visual artistry. Directed by Ross Wood,  crafted with AI-generated elements by Andrew Frost, with further VFX from Justin Wood, the video explores the warmth of Christmas memories within stunning, immersive environments.

‘Silent Night’ is a carol close to Dami’s heart. It’s especially significant to Dami, as it was the first carol she learned to sing as a child in Seoul. Reflecting on the song, Dami shared, “My family would decorate our Christmas tree in the lounge and sing it with me and my brother each season. As a teenager in Brisbane, I would sing it a cappella with my friends at church, visiting various nursing homes. I played it on violin with my school orchestra. Whenever I sing this song, it brings back special memories and childlike happiness. I hope this version inspires love and warmth in your heart!”

With a blend of performance and storytelling elements, the video utilises state-of-the-art AI-generated content to create environments that move seamlessly between real footage and digital artistry. Director Ross Wood and Digital Creator Andrew Frost who describe this collaboration as an exploration of new frontiers in music video production.

Ross explains “Budgets for music videos have decreased enormously over the years. The fact that we could make a clip with emotional weight that augments Dami’s powerful performance using AI generated images of multiple scenes, is remarkable. More people will hear this song and see Dami’s performance due to this video, one that might never have been made otherwise.  I’m proud of what Andrew and I achieved creatively, but more importantly, that we’ve played a part in supporting an incredibly talented Aussie artist”

 Andrew adds, “Recent advances in AI video generation allow us to extend the possibilities in post- production, blending generated elements in a way that’s true to the music and its message.”

“Since the 1960s music videos have often been at the cutting edge of new technologies, incorporating the latest approaches to creating images combined with traditional film making skills. Using AI is the latest iteration of this process, using its extraordinary abilities to extend the performer’s vision for the song” 

“The art of AI is using it as a tool, not just as an end in itself. As the technology rapidly advances, the creator can not only achieve their goals, but truly control it.”

“Ross and I are really excited and inspired by the creative possibilities of AI in music video and working with Dami has allowed us to make a great start.”

This special rendition of ‘Silent Night’ is set to bring a fresh perspective to a beloved holiday classic, inviting audiences to experience the warmth and joy of the season in a breathtaking new way.

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Fans can experience Dami’s live renditions of ‘Silent Night’ at these upcoming carol events:

Lord Mayor’s Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Brisbane – November 29
Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols – November 3
Adelaide St John Ambulance Carols by Candlelight – December 14
Melbourne  Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight – December 24

And at her Christmas Songbook Tour:

J Theatre, Noosa – December 6
Brisbane Powerhouse, Brisbane – December 8
Glen Street Theatre, French’s Forest – December 16
Geelong Arts Centre, Geelong – December 20
Palms, Melbourne – December 21

Tickets available at dami.com

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BACKGROUND

Dami Im is one of Australia’s most accomplished singer-songwriters, known for her breathtaking vocals and dynamic artistry. Rising to fame as the winner of The X Factor Australia in 2013, she quickly became a household name with her chart-topping hits and platinum albums. Her unforgettable performance of “Sound of Silence” at the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest earned Australia an impressive second place and established her as an international sensation.

Ross Wood: Video Director, celebrated for his innovative approach to music videos, blending real and digital worlds to create visually compelling experiences.

Andrew Frost: Digital Creator, whose expertise in AI-generated art has revolutionized digital storytelling through groundbreaking techniques that merge reality with the surreal.

Justin Wood:  VFX / composites, with many years of experience in visual effects, Justin adds the finishing touches, inspiring those he works with.

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