A music video is an integration of video imagery and the song itself. It can be composed using animation, filmed footage as well as most other types of media. It has several purposes, however mainly to both advertise the artist as well as broaden the exhibition platforms.
First music video
In 1984, the first technical music video was a compilation of still images alongside live performances, which lead to the first account of an 'illustrated song'. This was seen as the first step towards music videos.
An example of an early music video is 'St Louis Blue's' by Bessie Smith. This was in 1929, and played alongside a two reel short film which was a dramatized performance of the song. It was shown in theatres until 1932.
First music videos aired on MTV
The first music video to be shown on Music Television was 'Video Killed the Radio Star' by The Buggles. This was in the year of 1979, at 12:01AM on the 1st of August. On 27 February 2000, it became the one-millionth video to be aired on MTV. Animation
In 1940, Walt Disney released 'Fantasia', which was an animated musical piece that was based around classical music.
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