Welcome to TWIB’s Weekly Top 10 Videos. This segment looks at exceptional visuals from various acts around the globe. The music video format has been around for decades, from the 90s and 2000s, and has shifted from multi-million-dollar-budget music videos to mid- to low-budget videos with exceptional production values. In this section, we will not discriminate but highlight some creative visuals that pop up on our radar.

Again, we promise to bring you the best from high to low budget, to animated to DIY and first and foremost, the most creative visuals we can source.

Read on the previous editions HERE.

Modenine & Black Intelligence Featuring Maka – “I Can’t Hear You”

Modenine, Black Intelligence and Maka return with the visuals for “I Can’t Hear You,” another visual presentation from the trio’s recently released collaborative album, Thereafter. The track produced by Black Intelligence is soulful and calm, and finds Modenine criticizing the eroding values of the modern age while dropping a handful of gems for listeners to grab hold of. The visual style is performance-based, using different shots of the trio as they do what they know best.

Mychelle – “Personal Attack”

Hackney-born singer-songwriter Mychelle unveils her new single/visual, “Personal Attack,” an upbeat R&B/pop/neo-soul-infused record that cuts across all demographics. Backed by the lush soundscape provided by SirBastien, Mychelle shares her emotional pain stemming from constant criticism within a relationship. Armed with a velvety and commanding tone, Mychelle delivers a soul-stirring performance while exorcising her pain until she finds the peace her heart needs. The accompanying visual blends performance shots with scenic clips of the singer across the city of London, capturing the beautiful cityscape and sights.

Black Sherif – “PopStar”

Ghanaian superstar Black Sherif crowns his success with “PopStar,” a bouncy, celebratory jam that sees him in his element. The production by Joker is bright, uplifting and rich, highlighting the versatility of Black Sherif as he continues to expand his musical range. He never downplays his heritage and his humble beginnings, but at the same time, he has to remind naysayers of his rise and the fact that he is here to stay. The visual style is a conceptual piece that highlights the singer’s offbeat and unique style against an exotic, special-effect-generated backdrop.

iiiBEREALZ – “Appetite”

London-raised rapper/songwriter iiiBEREALZ unveils the visuals for his single “Appetite.” The track is a solemn and reflective piece that tackles the never-ending grind that keeps people stuck in a loop. He acknowledges the downsides of trying to balance his artistry against reality and forges ahead to make things happen. The visual follows the rapper on his daily run as he gets ready for work to pay the bills and then some. Shot in black and white, the visual is a moody representation of life as an indie artist.