Sophie Muller reunites with Sophie Ellis-Bextor to do what she does best - and better than anyone else.For the video for Stay On Me, Ellis-Bextor is a glamourous presence in a coastal village hideaway, poring over a screenplay and occasionally transformed into a goth-influenced alter-ego - perhaps the character she is destined to play this as yet unmade film.It's the slightest of dramatic structures to establish the true purpose, a showcase for Sophie Ellis-Bextor in which her main co-star is unquestionably the spectacular scenery of the Kerry coast in South-West Ireland. Like many of Muller's recent videos for Kylie Minogue its shot by Robbie Ryan, and the effect is similar in brilliantly serving the artist, allowing a true version of themselves, with a touch of charm and humour. In fact, this one may actually have more going for it, which we'll have to put down to shooting in Kerry. It's a spectacularly beautiful place, and in that setting, Ellis-Bexter has rarely looked lovelier - as well as being able to try out a new Shakespeares Sister-like look. Which is appropriate, as the song is all about keeping eyes upon her.Apparently this is the 19th video that the Sophies have made together - the one for Murder On The Dancefloor was one of the first - and it must stand as one of their very best collaborations.

Greg Barnes brings us into the world of a couple on the edge of a breakup, navigating a rollercoaster of emotions while on a road trip, for dance producer/DJ Rules's collaboration with singer Bandit. The video for Could Have Been So Good, Will Stevens and Ainy Medina play the pair who's relationship is witnessed almost entirely from inside the classic Mercedes saloon in which they are travelling on a long journey, captured on a continuously rotating camera. The device allows Barnes to chart the highs and lows of the couple's affair, match-cutting the rotations to show the couple at different places and in different moods. This complements both the rhythm of the house track and Bandit's poignant lyric, leading to the final revelation: this could be their final trip together.

42 Branded has joined forces with award winning music video representation agency Lethal Reppin, who will represent the London-based production company's directors' roster.Launched in 2022 by Lee Fairweather, Leethal Reppin has built an impressive track record helping pair directors with artists, having worked with the likes of Taz Tron Delix and Joy Crookes, Lauzza and PinkPantheress, and Grajper with Maverick Sabre, to name a few. His prolific work has been both critically acclaimed, culturally influential, and resulted in several nominations for Best Agent at the UKMVAs."We are thrilled to officially welcome Leethal Reppin as 42 Branded’s directors representative for music videos” says 42's MD Clancie Brennan. “Lee’s innovative vision and love of filmmakers perfectly aligns with our mission to elevate artistic storytelling."This partnership marks a significant step forward in our journey. Together, we will bring extraordinary content to life, engaging audiences and crafting memorable films for artists with directors across the 42 talent roster.”

Colin Solal Cardo directs a spectacular performance promo for Wolf Alice in another showcase for lead singer Ellie Rowsell, choreographed by Ryan Heffington - and co-starring actor Lucy Boynton. The video for Just Two Girls is a celebration of female friendship, highlighting the power of connection, which has Rowsell and Boynton creating a stir on a night out in a posh London restaurant, after starting with a few drinks at the bar. Following the acclaimed 70s musical-influenced video for Bloom Baby Bloom for the first song from the new Wolf Alice album The Clearing, its a different kind of production number orchestrated by Colin Solal Cardo in collaboration with Ryan Heffington.It also offers a different kind of sophistication, again with great casting around the main performers, a fabulous location and terrific energy in the way its shot and of course, the choreography. The result is captivating, a powerful expression of unabashed freedom, told with considerable flair.

Nadia Loren muses on heartbreak at a surreal party in the video for It's Whatever, directed by BLACKSOCKS.This is a strong showcase for the emerging singer-songwriter by the director and photographer Amir Hossain (aka BLACKSOCKS) woh is best known in the music video world as one half of prolifiic directing duo Bedroom.

Claudia Lee directs a warm and uplifting introduction to singer Holysseus Fly, set in English countryside. The video for Arms Unfolding focusses upon the singer, bathed in red light in the darkness in the song's introspective first section before she emerges in daylight, resplendent in red outfit on a country lane. The contrasting scenes allude to Holysseus's personal struggle, made more powerful by the visual quality achieved from shooting on film. "It was a joy to shoot it on 16mm - that without question elevated the piece beautifully," says Claudia Lee. "Despite working with a small budget, we prioritised shooting on film to create the atmosphere and texture that did justice to Holysseus and her powerful story."Diagnosed with breast cancer in her early twenties and now recovered from a double mastectomy, her new EP is an ode to her painful past and a love letter to her bright future."