The Silo Project

2009-10-02T16:11:00.000-07:00

The Silo Project Official Teaser from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Deleted Scene from The Silo Project: "Half as Good as Two of You" Featuring Everett Thomas from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Everett Thomas "Herald of Hope" Featuring David Stükenberg and Hayward Williams from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

quick update

2009-09-16T15:55:00.000-07:00

First off, sorry for not posting a clip this week, we (Joel/David) are in the process of moving which has taken up a whole bunch of our time plus the usual touch up work we are doing on the project. We will try to get something to you this weekend.

Ok, as for the project is concerned we have decided to release the film on our upcoming website as a digital download (iphone/ipod compatible) with the purchase of the album (It will come with a download code) For you that are not capable of downloading the film we will work something out with you in order to get you a copy.

As for the release goes we are still working out through some issues that continue to arise. We are still targeting a mid October release for both the film and album.

I hope this comes as good news to you, I mean come on! It's almost there, October is not far away and you can buy it as an early Christmas present for all your friends and family! BOOM!

Cheers,

Joel and David

it's about time

2009-09-07T13:47:00.001-07:00

Hello all, I apologize for being MIA for the past few weeks. We've been working very hard on finishing every little detail to the film and album. I know we have said many times that the project is done, or just about done, or almost there, etc. (Thanks Bill) and while all those times we thought it was done when we went back we realized that touch ups needed to be made, and they have. We screened the film to some friends last week and got some solid feedback from them and we will be having a couple more screenings as we approach our October release!

Release? Yes, we are doing everything in our power to self release the full project in October, I'm sorry we don't have a date yet but trust me, as soon as we do you will be the first to know.

As we said in previous blog posts, we want to do pre-orders for the special edition album/film set. Those will be taking place soon, we just have a few more details to work out. Otherwise we will just be releasing the album and if all goes according to plan the album will come with a code for a digital download of the film from our upcoming website.

Let us know your feedback on what you would prefer, both album/film hard copies? Or album hard copy/film digitally? thesiloproject08@gmail.com

These are very exciting times for us, and we anticipate the day when all of you will be able to listen and see all of our hard work!

A new and final trailer will be up by the end of the week as well as another quick update on any new news from the week.

Thanks for the support,

The Silo Project

road trip

2009-08-13T19:28:00.000-07:00

Hello all, I (Joel) am leaving Wisconsin for a few days to make a trip to the MO/KS area to visit with friends and family and to screen some pieces of the album and film.

I write to you now from our room/studio in the Stükenberg home, we have just completed the last recordings of the voice overs! I will be placing the final audio bits this week and when I return we will be taking pre-orders and giving you some more in depth information on the future of the project.

This weeks video is an excerpt from the film featuring our cellist player Thea Vorass.

Excerpt from The Silo Project "Thea Vorass/Chello Scene" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Joel

roll credits..

2009-08-02T12:06:00.000-07:00

Today is the day I place the final credits in the film (Essentially done) What does that mean? When can you see the film? Whats next for us is to finish mastering the album, then we'll produce the 'Limited Edition' copies (We'll begin pre-orders next weekend)

After both are done and we finally stop touching them up we'll be either releasing the project ourselves or we'll set the project free and sign a distribution deal. We have a number of meetings coming in the next few weeks to decide the best plan. A lot depends on sales of the first batch of the 'Limited Edition' copies.

I'll also be submitting the film to many different film festivals both in the U.S. and globally in hopes of spreading the word as much as possible.

As I mentioned in previous weeks we will be setting up a sort of DIY street team. Our poster contest winner Rich will be designing a new poster with us and once that is complete we'll be making prints and will be able to send them out to you to place all over your city/town/record store/coffee shop/etc. Stickers and other materials will also be coming soon.

I could tell you a lot more about new projects and plans coming up with Stükenberg but we have to keep you coming back!

This weeks video is David explaining a song from the album "Concussions in Heaven"

Deleted Scene from The Silo Project: David explains "Concussions in Heaven" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks,

Joel

Almost there..

2009-07-21T20:10:00.000-07:00

I write to you all today to share some great news.. The project is all but done! We are working this week and next to finish the final touch ups on the titles (text, credits, etc.) and audio mastering (album & film)

We are currently searching for a venue in Milwaukee and Madison, WI to premier the film (if you know of any please let us know!) We're also preparing to send out press packs in hope of landing a distribution deal so we can release the album/film ASAP!

We'll have a limited number on copies available shortly and we'll begin taking pre-orders in the next few weeks. Stay updated (blog, twitter, facebook) in order to sign up. Were only planning on selling 150 'Limited Edition' copies until a distribution deal is set.

We also have a fun little clip for you today featuring David and brother Josiah having a little jam at the end of a rough day of shooting.

Enjoy,

Deleted Scene from The Silo Project "David & Josiah Fun" from Joel Hager on Vimeo

Thanks,

Joel

And so it continues..

2009-07-15T20:28:00.000-07:00

First off I apologize for not posting a clip this week, I'll make sure to have one (Or two) next week. David and I have been working non stop since last weekend to finish up this project.

To update you further I'll explain where we are at.

The film has been touched up again and again and currently we have a picture lock, that means none of the visuals from the camera will change, everything is set in it's place. What needs to be done now is finish up our titles (Credits, text, subtitles, etc) in order to make this the best it can be we are making sure everything is perfect, from the placement choices and size to color and shadowing, all in all a tedious and time consuming project. We are also finishing up and recording voice overs, while most of them are already done we are going through to make sure they are perfect and explain our story so all of you can understand it and enjoy it without being confused or lost.

The album is also getting some touch ups and I can tell you I am excited each time I hear a new mix.

Hopefully this update is sufficient and answers some questions you may have. Please feel free to ask us anything about the project either here or through our Twitter or Facebook page.

We are still gathering materials (Shirts, Stickers, Fliers, etc.) so we can start a street team and get you all involved in the fun.

I'll be putting up another update later in the week addressing the poster contest and results/news that goes along with it.

Thanks for the support,

Joel

Opening Scene from the film..

2009-07-07T21:34:00.000-07:00

Today is extra special, we are premiering the opening sequence from the film, below you'll see an interview with David as we're walking to the silo. This scene is completed and features a piece of the score as well.

Enjoy,

Excerpt from The Silo Project "Opening Scene" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks,

Joel

Letter from Arvid..

2009-06-30T17:59:00.000-07:00

We already posted this on our Facebook page but due to a very busy weekend we were unable to get another clip up..

This excerpt from The Silo Project features David reading a letter from a friend down the street..

Enjoy

Excerpt from The Silo Project "Letter from Arvid" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

For those of you entered in the poster contest, remember voting starts tomorrow (July 1st) and goes through the 10th. If you have yet to enter, head over to Facebook and join the fun!

Thanks,

Joel

Everett Thomas "Herald of Hope" Featuring David Stükenberg and Hayward Williams

2009-06-23T17:54:00.000-07:00

First off we want to thank all of you for your support and effort following us on the interweb. We hope to reward you all soon with a release. This weeks clip is another of Everett, David and Hayward from last weeks show.

Everett Thomas "Herald of Hope" Featuring David Stükenberg and Hayward Williams from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

We'll be posting another clip before the weekend..

Again we ask you to spread the word about The Silo Project, we're now on Twitter and Facebook.

Were also putting together some material to start a street team as a way for you all to personally get involved in all the fun!

Thanks again!

Joel

twitter.com/thesiloproject

Poster Design Contest..

2009-06-19T16:21:00.000-07:00

Greetings all, head over to our Facebook page and check out our poster design contest. All the info is there. Voting starts on July 1st and ends on July 10th.

Looking forward to seeing your work!

Joel

We went back into the silo..

2009-06-16T17:11:00.001-07:00

Hello all, over the weekend we re-entered the silo for a very special secret show.. many of you where there and know what a great evening it was. For those of you who were not we wanted to recap it a bit.

The night started with over 45 people climbing through a tiny round opening into the silo

After we filled the silo to capacity (Around 50) the music began, first up was the great Everett Thomas (myspace.com/everettthomasmusic) his set was filled with some great new songs as and as always was flawless. (He also has a new album coming out next month, now available through pre-order)

Next up was the fabulous Hayward Williams (myspace.com/haywardwilliams) he quickly won over the crowd and put on a great show. (He also has great music and hand made t-shirts available)

Third up was Stükenberg (myspace.com/stukenberg) the three (David, Josiah, Kyle) got the crowd up and moving and immpressed the most seasoned fans with a great show.

After Stükenberg played, David, Hayward and Everett got together to perform some special songs as well as a few from The Silo Project. (Footage to follow)

Overall it was a fantastic event and we hope you all enjoyed it. For those of you not in attendance stay close to our blog, we plan on announcing another date soon!

Also be sure to become a fan of The Silo Project on Facebook. We will be putting up new pictures there shortly as well as a few contests.

The video this week is from the concert, it's a live version of "In Doorways" from Hayward Williams featuring David and Everett (Also on The Silo Project upcoming album). Later in the week I will be posting another special clip from the show.

Hayward Williams "In Doorways" Featuring David Stükenberg and Everett Thomas from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks,

Joel

David Stükenberg and Everett Thomas discuss The Silo Project

2009-06-09T18:40:00.000-07:00

Alas it is once again Tuesday.. today's clip is a brief glance at a discussion between Everett Thomas and David. While Everett was recording his tracks for the album it got very very cold and we were forced to take a break, while on the break the camera ran while the two talked..

David Stükenberg and Everett Thomas discuss The Silo Project from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks,

Joel

"World Peace" Explained..

2009-06-02T14:20:00.000-07:00

On this glorious Tuesday we bring you yet another clip from The Silo Project. Today's clip features David explaining the meaning to the song "World Peace"

Enjoy

David Stükenberg talks about the song "World Peace" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Please be sure to become a follower of this blog!
We continue to get closer and closer to our release, and also have plans for a few Silo Project concerts inside of the silo!

Thanks for the support,

Joel

What a weekend..

2009-05-26T18:35:00.000-07:00

Hello all, we hope your weekend was wonderful! We were lucky enough to get away from our computers and do a couple shows over the weekend. First was Sunday night at Chocolate Fest, a Stükenberg staple each year, Kyle was able to be with the band as well as we treated the crowd to some songs from The Silo Project.

We would also like to say hello to all our new followers from Chocolate Fest. Our good friend Steve Stark was out working the crowd handing out fliers, so a special shout out to Steve!

Finally on Monday we went to the Skies Fall Media Group (http://www.skiesfall.com/) sponsored festival Compass: North

along with Stükenberg we got to listen to some great music. Hayward Williams joined David Stükenberg on his set to perform a tune from The Silo Project. The two later joined Everett Thomas for another set featuring some music from the Silo.

The only downfall was David having a bit of a tussle with a certain bands dog. Thanks to Shelly for bandaging him up nicely.

All in all it was a grand weekend. The clip I'm posting this week is a special request from Hayward Williams. A discussion with Hayward and David, we have tons of footage from that night, I'll post more as the weeks go on.

David Stükenberg and Hayward Williams discuss The Silo Project from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks again to all our new followers from the weekend!

Joel and David

It's Tuesday!

2009-05-19T17:09:00.000-07:00

Hello from sunny Wisconsin.. Today's clip is an excerpt from the film of David playing guitar and singing a bit in the silo for the first time. The lighting was low and we had no idea what "music" would sound like inside of a big metal can (silo)..

David Stükenberg Excerpt from The Silo Project: "1st Music in Silo" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

re-post of the Teaser Trailer and full length Trailer as well..

The Silo Project Official Trailer from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

The Silo Project Official Teaser from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thanks for watching and be sure to tell all your buddies and pals about us..

Joel

another Tuesday another deleted scene...

2009-05-12T16:07:00.000-07:00

If you haven't noticed yet, for the past few weeks we have been putting up new clips every Tuesday, we will continue to do this up until the release. Today you'll see a deleted scene of David explaining how he's going to re-enforce the pulley system for the mobile hanging inside the silo. Below are some pictures of the pulley and mobile followed by the video..

Deleted Scene from The Silo Project : "Re-enforcing the pulley" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

Thank you all for following us,

Joel

Everett Thomas Excerpt from The Silo Project...

2009-05-05T19:13:00.000-07:00

Everett Thomas/David Stükenberg Excerpt from The Silo Project: "Herald of Hope" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

The work continues as we move into scoring the film and recording voice over tracking.. soon my friends, very soon..

Thanks,

Joel

www.myspace.com/everettthomasmusic

We haven't stopped..

2009-04-27T20:25:00.000-07:00

Hello all, once again we have got behind on posting.. I (Joel) have been putting the finishing touches on the film and the album is sounding great. We are still deciding on how we want to release this project and we would love to hear your feedback. In the next few weeks we will be posting deleted scenes from the film, today we have a deleted scene from the Hayward Williams song "In Doorways" the audio track is an un-mastered version from the album.

Enjoy,

Joel

Deleted Scene from The Silo Project: Hayward Williams "In Doorways" from Joel Hager on Vimeo.

www.myspace.com/haywardwilliams

we don't sleep, we edit...

2009-02-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

We apologize for not posting lately, we are furiously working to get a cut out by the end of the month. We are working on distribution and such and hope to get this on your ipod and tv very soon.

Thanks for all the support,

Joel

(world peace) rough mix 1..

2009-01-19T23:08:00.000-08:00

Today we have a unmastered rough mix of (world peace) off of the upcoming slio project record for your listening pleasure. We are very happy with the mix so far and would love to hear your feedback good or bad.

We'll also post the lyrics to the song below,

Enjoy

World Peace

Guns kill people like McDonald's made us fat
In an archless world you'd be obese and you'd kill me for saying that
But you would not need a weapon; just the hands of peaceful men
To slit my throat with documents and stab me with a pen...and then

Recycle my corpse, Senator; let my body not pollute
My flesh is biodegradable; my bones can be reused
To build a better planet so organic, safe, and green
It's a sound reform, it's fueled by corn, soylent as it may be

...kazoo....kazoo...da da da....(etc)

My mind's been unacceptable; won't someone wash my brain
Give me welfare for my wellness and soma for my pain
And help me Dr. Huxley; Mr. Orwell stole my faith
He said you'd help me understand and you'd tell me what to say
But I can't say anything they don't already know
Their decisions have been made; the seeds have all been sown
And what will grow so quickly from the soil of this disease
Is the kind of love and harmony that will drive you to your knees

Yes, and you'd best bow humbly; your submission is required
Or the mighty kings of democracy will throw you in the fire
da da's etc...

But it's not bad, Comrade; the healthcare shall be free
Prescribe yourself some tolerance as the flames consume your feet......world peace

Thanks,

Joel and David

Back in Wisconsin..

2009-01-14T23:10:00.000-08:00

I'm back in Wisconsin for a short time working with Mr. Stükenberg on the film/record and we're very pleased to tell you that it's sounding and looking grand. We are working hard to get a release date set and will let you know as soon as we do..

David has been spending many sleepless nights working on the record and I had my first chance to hear the rough mixes today and was very very excited with what I heard.. He will be putting some samples up very soon.

The Stükenberg editing suite

Thanks,

Joel

Happy new year, and new poster..

2009-01-05T18:17:00.000-08:00

Happy new year from all of us on The Silo Project..

The first poster for the upcoming film is posted below, more will follow as we get closer to our release..

Thanks,

Joel

All I Want for Christmas is 3 New Clips..

2008-12-25T07:53:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas all, posted below are 3 unedited clips from the film with the original audio (From the camera)

Enjoy,

David Stükenberg

Hayward Williams

Everett Thomas

Thanks,

Joel

New Official Trailer..

2008-12-20T10:36:00.000-08:00

Follow link to youtube for high res version,

Thanks,

Joel

New Trailer Coming Soon..

2008-12-11T23:06:00.000-08:00

As the editing continues and the hours logged rises we're happy to tell you that a new official trailer will be up soon..

Thanks,

Joel

Lyrics #1

2008-12-08T20:42:00.001-08:00

Greetings all,

we had a few requests for the lyrics on the clip we put up so here you go. Please feel free to send us any questions.

cheers

-David

Prove me Wrong(a letter to a tele-evangelist)

This is a letter To you enemies I've never met
It's a blunt invitation To come teach me what I don't know yet
I hope you're offended, yes I hope I get put in my place
So if it's righteous by all means defend it
I have been known to make big mistakes

I'm a skeptic, a critic I'm quick to admit it
It's stupid depressing and dumb
But I've yet to discover the good in you brother
To offset the damage you've done
stop trying to confuse me, instead won't you prove me wrong....

So now I'll just say it,
with out any further a due
Your actions they disgust me
I'm up hauled by the grace you abuse

You can dismiss this as slander

You can go tell your mother I'm mean

You can hid in the corner

go confide in your cowards and thieves

You're a joke that's not funny I'm saving my money
for anything more worth my rent
But the malice you gave me will keep and sustain me
long after your money's been spent
You may be only human but look what you're doing
It's humans that scare me the most
At least monsters stay hidden forgotten forbidden
forsaken by even the ghosts
but you're out in the open so clean and well spoken
I find you more frightening by far
Your words they don't move me, Still I wish you would prove me wrong...

And I'd love to be shown I was wrong all along and
it's not all as bad as it seems
but you haunt every station trade guilt for donations
you're selling what you got for free
I'm not joking or kidding it's crime you're committing
don't let me insult you again
If you've got some correction please teach me my lesson

come save your good name if you can
speak any truth to me Oh I wish you could prove me wrong....

Early Silo Photos

2008-11-30T13:37:00.000-08:00

Some film clips will be up very very soon, for now enjoy some early Silo photos by Lizzy Szwaya..

Thankful for a day off..

2008-11-26T23:33:00.000-08:00

As the holiday is here we are taking a little break from the editing and are very thankful for it.. Be looking for some film clips being posted over the weekend and some audio clips and photos soon to follow..

For now go ahead and listen to some music (Non Silo Recorded) from our friends..

www.myspace.com/haywardwilliams

www.myspace.com/everettthomasmusic
www.myspace.com/stukenberg

They are all appearing in The Silo Project and I highly recommend getting to know them..

David Stükenberg was recently interviewed by rockom.net, it's a grand interview and towards the end he talks a bit about The Silo Project..

http://www.rockom.net/media/ro-podcast-111308.mp3

We wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving and hope you come back to see us soon..

Thanks,

Joel

Post-Production

2008-11-24T21:39:00.000-08:00

Hello, this will be the first posting of many to come as the editing, both for visual and audio continues.. We will be putting a lot of updates on this page such as clips of the film, samples of audio, pictures, ect. Please let us know if there is something you want to see or hear about and we will do our best to make it happen.. Both David and myself (Joel) are working very hard to get this project done and distributed asap.

Please watch the original teaser trailer here:

Please subscribe to our little site and be sure to check out all the updates as we continue to post them..

Thanks,

Joel (Producer, Director, Editor)