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Low: The Early Years Of Strange Brain Parts
🕑 Added 2025-10-16 18:34:27 +0000 UTCThis Patreon exclusive video is jam-packed with goodies you cannot see anywhere else. Some of which has not been seen before. What was Strange Brain Parts like before the focus on comics? You’ll see plenty of examples of “lost media” that only exists on my backup drive. And I try to chart the evolution of the channel from bizarre videos, to movie and TV reviews. Finally, I end on the inspiration that led to a comics focused channel.
Stick around at the end for three unedited videos from the past.
There are a few production notes I’d like to add here.
In the spirit of the original videos seen in this look at SBP’s early, early days I decided to a more organic approach to recording the vocals. Ordinarily, I literally cover myself with a thick comforter to mute the room echo. I didn’t do that here. Nor did I do multiple takes, like I usually do. Instead, if I nailed it the first time, I moved on and didn’t do another take to give me a choice during the editing.
I did have another reason for this method. And that would be the ongoing accusations that my vocals are AI generated. I think that’s the main point of contention, because you’d have to be a moron to suggest the script or video has any AI content.
Anyway, I used this video to try a looser, more authentic (?) approach to the vocal track. But I wasn’t going to sacrifice quality. That needs to be said. I’m not sure this method adds more personality (because, you know, I’m a calm, kind of monotone person that has a particular manner of speaking to begin with) but it was only a slight downgrade to my usual set-up. To be honest, with minimal tweaking, I think the quality is pretty similar. I know audiophiles will hear a difference, but they’ll also notice the distinct similarity, too.
Overall, I was pleasantly surprised with this experiment. In fact, I’m thinking of adopting it for future videos. Mainly because it was done very quickly, which helps a LOT to cut down production time. And I think it does sound a bit more organic? I don’t know. It’s hard to make that call because, you know, it’s my voice and I hear it all the time.
Alright, that’s enough babble. Now on to Strikeforce Morituri…
Comments
Allan Hatt
I had a feeling you also left art lying around. That's another area where you and I align. :) You know, maybe I will do an artsy-fartsy type of project once a year to keep in shape, so to speak. I mean, the only enjoyment I see anyone getting is watching me be weird for ten minutes. Heh.
SiqN
Long haired Al. Love it. Still need to watch to the end, and will soon (hate watching on my phone). Much like your “art in the little library” idea, I used to leave tapes I recorded from my 4 track at street corners and at bus stops. The only info I’d give was “if you like it, keep it… if you don’t, return it to where you found it”. I have no clue what happened to them, and my proof of their existence is only my failing memory. As to what another has said here, you should make a “yearly” mini movie / art piece. I think we’d all enjoy it.
Allan Hatt
Well, welcome aboard! I guess you could say you're my target audience. :) But, really, I just hope everyone gets a sense that there is a lot to discover.
Allan Hatt
You certainly weren't. In fact, I once had a very, very long video about the movie that broke it all down and explained it in detail.
Bob
Great video, Allan. I loved hearing reference to Upstream Color, I thought perhaps I was the only one to see and love that movie.
Geekthulhu
Thanks for sharing! As a new member here and somewhat recent follower on YouTube (probably found you about a year ago), this was a fascinating little history into your history, process, and the channel. I definitely agree with your conclusion about what to focus on and how to do it. I found you while searching up videos to watch about Ed Brubaker's work and happened upon your video on Sleeper. From there, I have bounced around a lot of your videos and have enjoyed them all. As a comic obsessed 80s kid, it's a lot of fun to see someone dive into some of the stuff I read, but even more so to hear about all the stuff I was too young or immature to read at the time. All this to say, great job and I hope you keep on this path, because I'm enjoying it so far. Thanks!
Super Vader
Thank you for sharing your journey.
Christopher Ulichney
I think you should do at least one weird, experimental, non comics video a year. These clips show your true creativity and I'd like to see more of it.
Allan Hatt
I thought of doing that at the end of that video. But, there are a few bits that make me wince. Heh. But I do appreciate you giving me the go-ahead, Jeff. You're a class act.
Jeff Nicholson
Thank you for sharing your journey, I really enjoyed this. If you ever want to drop the full "Gerbil King" video in the corners of your Patreon, I'm all eyes and ears.
Colin Taylor
Well that was quietly fantastic - thanks for sharing.
Philip Berghan-Whyman
Strikeforce Morituri! Woot!
