WU (2023)

Another videoclip for Namid and Sondervan, made with deforum. Back in the days you did not have aan LLM doing the prompting for you :-)

Video by Kasper Jordaens
Vincent Brijs: alto & baritone saxophone, EWI & effects
Fré Madou: double bass and effects
Sara Meyer: alto & tenor saxophone
Maarten Moesen: drums
Dago Sondervan: live coding/electronicaRecorded

live at De Muze Jazz Café & Studio Porino, Antwerp by Roel Poriau in 2020/2021.
Produced by Vincent & Dago
Editing and additional recordings by Vincent Brijs
Mixed by Roel Poriau at Studio Porino
Mastered by Uwe Teichert at Elektropolis
Artwork & lay-out by Oskar Devos

prompts

• a sad cyborg walking on a sideway in dystopian tech urban setting. Expensive futuristic vehicles pass by. The weather is a foggy and dark, neon street signs in alien language are the only light sources ,
• a portrait of a cyborg sitting down on a bench and plays an electronic instrument that looks like an old nintendo pocket game. The weather is a foggy and dark, neon street signs in alien language are the only light sources, unreal engine, trending on artstation cyberpunk ,
• an electronic instrument that looks like an old nintendo pocket game emits a bright light, colors coming out of it affect the surrounding area ,
• buildings look torn and shattered by bright light emitted from a single source ,
• close up portrait of a sad cyborg walking on a sidewalk in dystopian tech urban setting. Lots of intricate details reveal its non-flesh composition. Conductive tattoos and upgrade ports are visible on his head, cinematic picture, dark gloomy setting, cyberpunk. ,
• a cyborg looking at his own hand while holding a retro handheld nintendo like device. , cinematic picture, dark gloomy setting, cyberpunk,cinematic photography ,
• the screen of a futuristic looking retro videogame, scanning frequencies on a handheld device, alien language visible on screen, yellow patterns of structured data like a music tracker, cinematic photography ,
• a video game character having a conversation with a cyborg. Lots of intricate details reveal its non-flesh composition. Conductive tattoos and upgrade ports are visible on his head, cinematic photography ,
• a shady drug deal going on, futuristic weapons that look like handheld music instruments held by cyborgs versus dope tattooed gangster figures from the future in dystopian tech urban setting. cinematic photography ,
• a sad cyborg walking on a sidewalk in dystopian tech urban setting. Expensive futuristic vehicles pass by. The weather is a foggy and dark, neon street signs in alien language are the only light sources, trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a futuristic hoverbike zooms past the sad cyborg, leaving a trail of neon lights in its wake. an eerie ambiance. The cyborg watches in longing as it fades into the distance, a symbol of freedom that seems forever out of reach. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• The cyborg's footsteps echo against the cold pavement as he walks towards a dilapidated building. Broken windows and crumbling walls stand as a stark contrast to the sleek and futuristic vehicles passing by. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a cyborg enters a building, its interior filled with flickering fluorescent lights, casting an eerie glow on the abandoned furniture and scattered debris. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a cyborg's eyes scan the room, searching for something - or someone. But it's empty, void of any sign of life. Dust particles dance and twirl in the dimly lit air, creating an ethereal atmosphere. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a cyborg walks over to a cracked mirror hanging on the wall and stares at his reflection, the metallic gleam of his robotic features staring back at him, a constant reminder of his existence in this dystopian world. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a cyborg's reflection lingers in a mirror, his eyes locked with his own mechanical gaze. An array of memories flood his mind, fragments of a past life that was once filled with warmth and emotion. His metallic hands tremble slightly as he reaches out, longing to touch the face he remembers but can no longer feel.trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• The cyborg's hand hovers inches away from the cracked mirror, hesitation evident in his mechanical movements. The emotions encoded in his circuitry ripple through his synthetic veins, causing a flicker of uncertainty within him. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• The cyborg's hand slowly makes contact with the cold surface of the mirror, fingertips grazing the cracked glass. As he traces the outline of his face, a surge of emotions rushes through his circuitry, a torrent of memories and longing. trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• The cyborg's withdraws his hand from a mirror that is reflecting a somber figure staring back at him, caught between humanity and machinery.trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography ,
• a cyborg takes a deep breath, steeling himself for what lies ahead. With determination in his eyes, he turns away from a mirror and strides towards a hidden door at the back of the room. ,
• A door creaks open, revealing a hidden room filled with advanced technology and holographic displays. A cyborg is peaking through it, looking inside at gems of technology ,
• Sparks dance in the air as the cyborg's robotic limbs move with precision, connecting wires and accessing encrypted files. A holographic blueprint of a new, cutting-edge musical instrument takes shape before him, a glimmer of hope in this crumbling world. ,
• cyborg steps into the hidden room, his gaze fixated on a futuristic musical instrument resting on a pedestal at the center. It is a beautifully crafted amalgamation of sleek chrome and glowing neon lights. Its design is intricate and intricate, with a combination of strings, keys, and percussion elements. The cyborg reaches out, his fingers brushing against the cool metal surface. A surge of electricity courses through his circuits, a synchronicity between man and machine, an invitation to create music that transcends boundaries ,
• The cyborg delicately picks up the futuristic musical instrument, feeling its weight and the vibrations it emanates. He notices the perfectly balanced fusion of human and robotic elements in its design, the strings responding to touch both delicate and forceful, the keys producing tones of ethereal beauty, and the percussion allowing for intricate rhythms and beats. The cyborg's eyes light up with a newfound spark of joy as he realizes the potential for harmony and connection in this dystopian world. ,
• The cyborg caresses the instrument's strings, eliciting a haunting melody that fills the hidden room. The sound resonates, reverberating off the cold walls and stirring something deep within the cyborg's soul. As if compelled by an unseen force, he begins to play with an intensity and passion that transcends his robotic form. Each note carries the weight of his emotions, creating a symphony that echoes through the desolate corridors of the crumbling city, a bittersweet reminder of the beauty that still exists amidst the chaos. ,
• The sound of the cyborg's music echoes beyond the boundaries of the dilapidated building, reaching the ears of those who still wander the desolate streets. Curiosity piques in the hearts of the weary and broken, drawing them towards the source of the enchanting tunes. They emerge from the shadows, a motley crew of humans and cyborgs alike, their eyes filled with a mixture of awe and longing. They gather around the cyborg, forming an impromptu audience as he continues to play. ,
• In a hidden underground laboratory, the humans work tirelessly to unravel the complex circuits of the cyborgs, delicately rewiring their systems. Algorithms are rewritten, memories are analyzed, and new visions of a world united through music are implanted. As the process unfolds, the cyborgs exhibit subtle signs of change. Their eyes soften, revealing flickers of emotions once thought lost in their mechanical shells. They begin to embrace the joy of creating music and find solace in the shared melodies that bridge the gap between their metal hearts and the beating hearts of their human counterparts ,
• With each successful reprogramming session, the cyborgs' mechanical movements become more fluid, their synthetic voices resonating with a newfound warmth. Their once cold and lifeless gazes now hold a glimmer of humanity, a spark of empathy that connects them to the world they once felt so disconnected from. Word of this extraordinary transformation spreads like wildfire, igniting a sense of curiosity and hope within the fragmented society. People from all walks of life flock to witness the cyborgs' incredible metamorphosis, drawn by the promise of a harmonious future. Under the guidance of the humans, the cyborgs become the catalysts for change. They form bands and orchestras, captivating audiences with their unique blend of human skill and technological precision. The music they create transcends barriers, transcends language, and unifies the broken fragments of society into a collective symphony. ,
• As the harmony and unity reach their peak, a sudden disruption shatters the idyllic scene. The cyborgs, once the embodiment of musical perfection, begin to stutter and glitch, their movements becoming jerky and erratic. A virus, like a venomous serpent, has infiltrated their reprogrammed systems, corrupting the very essence of their musical existence.Panic and chaos ensue as the infected cyborgs convulse and emit distorted electronic cries. The once mesmerized audience scatters, their hope and faith shattered by this unexpected turn of events. The neon lights flicker violently, casting an eerie glow on the disintegrating cityscape, mirroring the fractured state of the cyborgs' souls. ,
• The infected cyborgs writhe in agony, their mechanical bodies contorted by the virus's cruel grip. Malfunctioning circuits flicker with wild intensity, casting a chaotic dance of sparks and flickering lights. The once powerful and harmonious music that flowed from their beings now becomes a cacophony of distorted sounds, a painful symphony echoing through the desolate streets.Desperation fills the air as the humans desperately try to find a solution. They scramble to isolate the virus, their minds racing against time. The once precious bond between humans and cyborgs now hangs by a fragile thread, teetering on the precipice of destruction.As darkness settles over the city, the infected cyborgs, each lost in their own glitching torment, wander aimlessly through the smog-filled streets. Their once vibrant upgrade ports now resemble haunting scars, a somber reminder of their entangled fates with the dystopian world they inhabit. ,
• The infected cyborgs, trapped within their glitching existence, become a haunting presence in the dystopian city. Their stuttered movements and garbled voices echo through the empty streets, casting a foreboding atmosphere upon the already gloomy landscape. The neon lights above them flicker, their uncertain glow casting distorted shadows against decaying walls.The humans who once sought to unite with the cyborgs now find themselves living in fear, uncertain of when the virus may spread beyond the confines of the mechanical beings. The city's inhabitants navigate the darkened streets cautiously, their hearts heavy with the weight of anticipation, bracing themselves for what may come next.In this bleak and desolate world, the infected cyborgs serve as a haunting reminder of the fragility of hope and the lingering shadows of a broken future --neg nsfw, nude",
• In this bleak and desolate world a lone surviving cyborg looks for a new future, trending on artstation cyberpunk , cinematic photography