iD Distribution(iD) announces today that it has pre-sold 10 hours of high-definition (HD) …LIVE IN CONCERT music programming on behalf of 'Music Engine' to US HD music channel RAVE HD, part of VOOM HD Networks, the largest suite of high-definition channels in the world. …LIVE IN CONCERT (22×60' or 22×90') is a collection of high-quality concerts shot live in high-definition featuring some of music's top acts and emerging stars, including THE PRETENDERS, ROBERT PLANT, MAGIC NUMBERS, JOSE GONZALES, THE BUZZCOCKS, JAMES MORRISON, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT, AMY WINEHOUSE, LILY ALLEN, BRIGHT EYES, PET SHOP BOYS AND SCISSOR SISTERS.
Music Engine is a UK-based production company whose focus is live performance and contemporary culture. The …LIVE IN CONCERT programmes are directed by experienced filmmakers, including acclaimed Director Matt Askern, who has previously shot major productions for David Bowie, Coldplay, The Who, Paul Weller, Muse, REM and the Foo Fighters.
RAVE HD, the first and only 24/7 high-definition music channel offers an extensive selection of series and concerts with performances and interviews featuring world-class talent. Programming is broadcast in true high-definition and 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound and features a larger-than-life experience of the world's most exciting concerts.
iD Distribution is very excited to be launching the …LIVE IN CONCERT (22×60' or 22×90') series, as this will see iD offering music programming for the first time. The programmes were originally shot using 12 high-definition cameras.
Sally Miles, Managing Director of iD Distribution, says: "The pre-sale to RAVE HD is the perfect beginning to our new venture into music programming. We are thrilled to offer this high-quality music event series shot in HD to international buyers and predict that the programmes will be a huge hit. We look forward to developing the relationship with Music Engine and building our new music programming catalogue with exciting big-name artists."
Simon Clement Davies / Martin McCabe: 'We are delighted with iD Distribution's pre-sale of the …LIVE IN CONCERT programmes to RAVE HD, which has clearly demonstrated iD's expertise. We are currently working on further productions with another top lineup of internationally acclaimed artists which will also be available through iD.
Sal LoCurto, Vice President, Programming for RAVE HD, adds: "RAVE HD is all about watching and listening to musicians making music. We appreciate the care taken by Music Engine to capture the essence of the concert experience in stunning HD and 5.1 surround sound, and we know this will be a great addition to our lineup."
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Notes to Editors:
ID Distribution
ID Distribution is one of the UK's most dynamic independent distributors. Since its launch at MIPCOM in October 2004, the company is now recognised as one of the most exciting players in the field.
ID Distribution's collaborative approach with producers is helping the company develop ongoing relationships with some of the most creative independent production companies in the UK and US. Now working with over 30 independent companies, ID has experienced phenomenal growth in the last year and has equally ambitious plans going forward.
ID Distribution specializes in the international distribution of formats and completed programming in factual and light entertainment, reality, lifestyle, documentaries and current affairs. The company works closely with producers to develop, finance and distribute programmes and formats with global appeal, helping programme-makers realise the full potential from their programming rights and ideas. The company undertakes all commercial activity in the exploitation of primary, secondary and ancillary programme rights, providing producers with strategic commercial services, including advice on programming for foreign markets.
Distributing programmes and formats for a wide range of producers from both the UK and US, ID Distribution has the presence to assist its producers to take the steps they need to build on their success and maximise their identity, growth and revenue potential in the international market. The company has unique experience in the US. ID Distribution represents original programme ideas on behalf of independent production companies, taking them to the network and cable channels and introducing producers to local co-production partners where required.
Music Engine
Music Engine was launched in 2006 by industry experts Simon Clement-Davies and Martin McCabe, who have brought together a skilled team of Directors and Producers, and has already assembled over 20 programmes.
Music Engine is a production company whose focus is live performance and contemporary culture. They bring funding, distribution and production expertise to projects that deliver Worldwide TV, Download and DVD content. The emphasis is on product of the highest quality.
It is exceptional as a production company because it is able to fully fund a production, and thus achieve the highest possible production values, ensuring the recorded performance has long term value. The highly professional and experienced team of Directors and production personnel deliver programmes of the highest quality, entertainment value and popular appeal. Music Engine works with leading directors including Matt Askern (David Bowie, The Who, Muse), Janet Fraser Cook (Later With Jools Holland, Glastonbury '97-'05), and Emmy-Award winner Geoff Wonfor (Band Aid 20, Prince, The Beatles Anthology).
Music Engine's programmes epitomise the changing states of an artistic and inspirational journey. It has an ambitious and rapidly expanding pipeline of music events, and in addition to upcoming concerts, is expanding into music-related television series.
VOOM HD Networks
Rainbow's VOOM HD Networks comprise the world's largest suite of high-definition content for distribution. With programming in categories as diverse as sports, movies, fashion, music and art, the VOOM HD Networks are available in the U.S. on Echostar's DISH Network and Cablevision. The 24/7 linear VOOM HD channel, which is available globally, is currently distributed in in over 30 countries, including Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Latvia and the Middle East, and will soon debut in Hong Kong and Singapore. Similarly, select VOOM HD programming is available worldwide and has been licensed to viewers in more than 100 countries. Building on Rainbow's history of original programming innovation, VOOM HD was developed to meet the growing worldwide demand for quality high-definition programming.