'The Breakdown' is a podcast series charting a journey through thirty years of Irish electronic dance music, where Irish producers revrelive inspirational moments and reveal creative insights behind some of their biggest tracks.
Listen at https://www.rte.ie/radio/2fm/the-breakdown/
Episode 1 takes a look at some of the Irish pioneers of electronic music in the early 90’s. We get an insight into some of earliest Irish productions of Acid house with Dave McDonnoll of Bumble; we learn about the saturation of the breakbeat sound with Mr Spring, one half of legendary Irish dance act Sound Crowd; and Zero T takes us through one of his earliest Drum and Bass productions.
In Episode 2 we talk to some producers who enjoyed success around the turn of the millennium. Chris Agnew, of Trance duo Agnelli & Nelson, reveals the story behind their chart topping track ‘El Nino’; Shane Johnson, from legendary Cork duo Fish Go Deep, breaks down his approach to sampling with one of their early house productions; Rob Rowland explains how his first release with Dublin independent techno label D1 records came about; and techno star Matador walks us through some early 00’s minimal techno.
Episode 3 focuses on Irish electronic productions from the late 00’s and early 2010’s. We learn about the aesthetic of the electroclash scene from duo Arveene & Misk; Mano le Tough explains how moving to Berlin influenced his deep melodic house sound; Sias gives an insight into the creation of his garage-tinged breakthrough track, and Or;La talks us through how key musical experiences fed into the development of her UK Bass-influenced music.
Episode 4 features some Irish producers who have stood out in their respective fields more recently. Bicep break down their global hit ‘Glue’; Bobby Analog analyzes the construction of his biggest house record to date; Tommy Holohan talks us through his 90s rave-inspired heavy techno beats; and Syn draws on international influences for her Hard Drum sound.
Hugh currently produces promos, sponsorship stings, voiceovers, music beds, and station imaging and branding across RTE 2FM, Radio 1, RnaG and RTE Gold.
“Not only did Hugh adhere perfectly to our specifications, I can honestly say, that he far exceeded them to the highest level. I would highly recommend his work".
Michael Cahill, Producer, RTE 2FM
Have you ever had a life-changing moment?
Sometimes one decision, one event or circumstance can suddenly take your life in a different direction.
‘Life Changing Moments’ is a mini documentary series featuring a range of amazing stories, where Irish people’s lives have been changed, following one pivotal moment. Series 1 was broadcast on RTE in October 2020, series two is coming in 2021….
Animation by Studio 9, Music and sound by Mediatone.ie, VO by Colette Kinsella
A stopmotion animation promoting the Mapping Irish Design project for the 100 Archives.
Shortlisted in the IDI awards - digital/motion graphics category!
Funded by Creative Ireland
Music and Sound Design.
In this video music and sound design combine to enhance infographics promoting the Audi web summit in Dublin.
Motion graphics by hugojohnson.net
Music composition and sound design.
Studio 9 are a design and animation company based in Dublin. In this self-promotional video, Studio 9 wanted a soundtrack based around fluid percussive elements to accompany the dynamic visuals. The visual elements were created using a combination of stop motion and digital design.
This video showcases a range of motion graphic techniques used by BAFTA winning animator Hugo Johnson. http://www.hugojohnson.net/
Mediatone provided an elaborate variety of sound design to add an additional layer of impact to the dynamic range of visual animation styles on display.
A stylish video promoting the Beatyard festival taking place in Dun Laoghaire. The combination of stop motion and digital animation is the hallmark of our regular collaborators Studio 9. http://studio9.ie/
Mediatone provided sound design to help bring the animation to life. As well as this we creatively edited and processed a track chosen by the client in such a way that the musical changes synchronise with the transitions in the animation.
When working with an animation with no voiceover, sound design can really add energy and help bring the story to life, as seen in this video for the GAA.
The video explains how GAA income is spread among local communities, and it premiered at half time of the All Ireland Hurling Final 2018.
Production Company: Atomic
Motion Graphics by hugojohnson.net
Music and sound design
Promotional video ahead of derby match between Leinster and Munster.
The soundtrack required an energetic electronic soundtrack with glitch elements.
Motion Graphics by hugojohnson.net
Sound Design & Music Editing.
Bodytonic Music commissioned a stop motion lego animation to promote their Beatyard festival in Dun Laoghaire.
Production company: Studio 9
Music Composition & Sound Design
In this animation explaining a new Veolia waste management product, the clients wanted to create a playful, optimistic and light hearted atmosphere.
Production Company: Studio 9