"Garage” Animation Trailer, by Sam Chou and Style 5

"Garage" - TV series from Sam Chou on Vimeo.
Check out the above trailer that we worked on with Style 5 and Sam Chou.

The Story:  Adrian and his four friends don't quite fit in anyplace, but the garage, where the frustrations of school, bullies and your usual teen angst can be drowned out with guitars, drums and vocals.

We received a really nice shout out as well below from Sam in his interview with canadiananimationresources.ca!

"The music.  Ta2 Music is a studio I was introduced to while directing my first Snap, Crackle, Pop! commercial. The first thing that I noticed about Steve Gadsden (from Ta2 Music) was that he had a fiery passion similar to mine. He keeps himself very busy with compelling projects and can rock out like it's nobodys business.  He's very good at what he does..."

You can read the whole article here.

Rikers/Warner Release "Im on the Radio"

Check out the first single off of Rikers debut album "I'm on the Radio" recorded by the lovely Dan Horton here at Tattoo.  The album is set to drop April 17th, 2012.

You can find out more about the band here at Warner Music's website. 

Seven Years Short Film

Seven Years is a short film that our studio had the pleasure of being a part of. 

Filmmaker Larry Bain and his short film recently won the Royal Reel Award for filmmaking and screenwriting at the 2012 Canada International Film Festival in Vancouver, British Columbia. 

Seven Years boasts a talented cast and crew with a big budget look filled with quirky and unique characters, and original music. Starring Kevin Jubinville as Stan, a successful businessman that is cursed with seven years of bad luck.  Co-starring Shauna MacDonald, Tim Post, Stephen Bogaert, Lina Roessler, Paul Amos, Anna Cyzon, Alli Chung, Aris Athanasopoulos, and Neil Whitely.  

The film was produced by 2BAD4U Production in association with Naomi Media.

Post production sound design and mix was completed at our studio. 

Seven Years is written, directed and produced by Larry Bain for 2BAD4U Productions.  The film is executive produced by Plato Fountidakis for Naomi Media, cinematography by Peter Benison, edited by Steve Kelly, original music composed by Jim McGrath, sound recorded by David Ottier, post-production sound design and mix by Omie Craden.

Canada, 2012, 11 minutes.

Kelloggs Interactive - "EGGO Tune Topper"

We just wrapped this fun interactive project for Kelloggs with LeoBurnett Toronto.  
Oh yeah, we did the TV as well.  We think it's pretty neat.

Check out the link here for more details and your chance to win 1 of 3 touch screen tablets.

French 3D Animation Trailer "Reflexion"

Looks so great!

"Reflexion" a is french 3D animated short film that illustrates how a woman feels about her looks.
Props to Cosmo Studio, Disney/Dreamworks, Planktoon and animator Yoshimichi Tamura.

Someday This Pain Will Be Useful to You Premiere

"Someday This Pain Will Be Useful to You", starring Marcia Gay Harden, Peter Gallagher, Ellen Burstyn, Lucy Liu, Steven Lang and Toby Regbo premieres today at the Miami International Film Festival.   Keep your eyes peeled! 

Cool Kids "Rush Hour Traffic"

Cool Kids "Rush Hour Traffic" from Aaron Kemnitzer on Vimeo.

Goodwin vs. Badwin - Episode # 4 "Mrs. Brickles"

*Please note that this is an adult comedy and may not be suitable for certain audiences*

My Yen Trung - Photographer Extrordinaire

A collaboration with Kate LaRue and Christina Yan for Globe Style.  Shot by the talented and lovely My Yen Trung.

Goodwin vs. Badwin - Episode # 3 "Kidney 4 Sale"

*Please note that this is an adult comedy and may not be suitable for certain audiences*

Our latest episode of Goodwin vs. Badwin for you viewing pleasure!

Words to Love by

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!
❤  from all your friends at TA2.

EarJam Hiatus

For the time being we are putting our monthly EarJam playlists on hold. We'll provide updates as to when it will be back up and running in the near future.  Thanks so much for your patience and understanding.

Kardinal Offishall in the Studio

Little taste of what's been shakin' at the studio lately.  Last night Kardinal Offishall and his crew shot a portion of his and Nottz Raw's forthcoming album "A.M.T.I.M" (Allow Me to introduce Myself). The project is due to drop on February 29th.  

We had such a blast and Kardi created a new cocktail for us "The TA2".  Awe shucks isn't that nice.  We love you too Kardi! 

So, keep your eyes open and turn your headphones up! 

Goodwin vs. Badwin - Episode # 2 "Hair Moans"

*Please note this is an adult comedy and may not be suitable for certain audiences.* 

Episode # 2 of Goodwin vs. Badwin just went live today! Ch-ch-check it out!

Watch Bon Iver’s CGI Grammy commercial

Bon Iver "We Are Music" Grammy Spot from stereogum on Vimeo.

Bon Iver has the first of four "We Are Music" Grammy commercials.  The remaining three will feature Adele, Foo Fighters and Skrillex and as the award show creeps closer stay tuned to see the reaminder roll out.

The above commercial features nominated song "Holocene" developed by the Recording Academy and advertising agency partner TBWA\ CHIAT\ DAY.

LCBO Online "Switch it Up" Campaign

Here are just 2 of 27 (yes, twenty-seven) hilarious short films we did with Shawn James, Sean Atkinson, Dan Vendramin, and Colleen Floyd over at Cossette, and the great folks at LCBO. One of those jobs that was way too much fun to be a job.

Why not pour yourself a cocktail and check out all 27 at http://switchitup.ca/

Goodwin vs. Badwin - Episode # 1 "Premature Evacuation"

*Please note this is an adult comedy and may not be suitable for certain audiences.* 

We have had the pleasure of working with team over at Style5.tv on a series of animated shorts and are thrilled to announce the launch of the very first episode of Goodwin vs. Badwin "Premature Evacuation"!  The short features the fetal shenanigans between an innocent infant and fiesty twin who are evicted from the fetus fort they call home.  It's wickedly funny and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Follow Goodwin vs. Badwin on Facebook here.

The Weeknd - "High For This" (Herag Sanbalian Guitarist Audition)

http://sandbagmusic.bandcamp.com/track/high-for-this

The Weeknd has been looking for a professional guiatrist and bass player in or around the Toronto area to travel and perform live in concert.  Sorry folks the deadline for submissions closed Sunday, January 8th.

Who are you rooting for? Would love to see this guy at Coachella!

Original Music by: The Weeknd
Guitar Improvisation:  Herag Sanbalian

Coachella 2012 Lineup Announced!

For more information on the festival click here.

January EarJam Playlist

Turn it up the volume on this month's playlist!  

For your listening pleasure we are showcasing "Talking Like I'm Falling Down Stairs", "Fingerprints" & "China" off of Sparkadia's most recent release The Great Impression.  In addition, take a listen to Paper Aeroplanes "Skies on Fire" & "Pick Me", and Jon Allen's "Sweet Defeat".   

http://okgoodrecords.bandcamp.com/album/ok-good-sampler-volume-1

Enjoy!

Maybe* - Animated Short Film

Maybe* from Sam Chou on Vimeo.

Maybe* is an animated short film by Sam Chou, co-produced by Style5 Animation and Chuck Gammage Animation.

The short follows the relationships between our everyday decisions and how they impact the world.

It's a great positive message for the youth of today illustrating that their opinions are important and that they shouldn't be afraid to voice them.

Reema Major - Double Time (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Double time!

Download it here: http://bit.ly/reemaislegend

December EarJam Playlist

This month our jukebox is pumping out Petty Victories Love Run EP and Little City's fun and festive love-fraught Christmas tune "Breaking Up Again this Christmas".

You can download the app here. 

www.pettyvictories.com

http://www.littlecityband.com/music

From our hearts to yours, we wish you all the best for a festive and rockin' holiday season!

John Lennon’s Spirit Still Soars

Take a moment to remember one of the great musicians and songwriters of our time.  

On this day in 1980, John Winston Lennon's life sadly ended.  There was no funeral but Yoko Ono released this statement:

"...John loved and prayed for the human race.  Please do the same for him. Love, Yoko and Sean."

Instead of a funeral, ten minutes of silence was observed worldwide on the following Sunday after his death.  

Whether you take a moment and say a prayer or crank your favourite Beatles tune, be thankful for your loved ones and hold tight to the memories you value dearly. 

Chris King Illustration