Branson

Director Brent Meeske and Jackson Cash share their playlists with ARTISTdirect.com in this exclusive feature…

A Taste:

Ozzy Osbourne, Stevie Wonder, Perry Como, John Lennon

With his new documentary Branson, director Brent Meeske goes deep. He digs into the lives of local performers in Branson, Missouri. The drama that Meekse delves into rivals that of any Hollywood tale. It’s poignant and powerful in a tangible manner. Meeske constructs a humorous and heartwarming analysis of the American dream where it’s really being pursued—in the heart of the country.

Meeske and the film’s primary subject Jackson Cash sat down with ARTISTdirect.com to share their playlists. Their selections are just as dynamic as they are!

Check out their playlists below and don’t miss Branson.

Brent Meeske’s Playlist:

1. Curtis Mayfield — “Move On Up”

This is the number one song I’ll pick because I put it on every single playlist that I ever make. I think it’s the greatest song ever, and it just puts me in a happy mood. If I’m in a great mood, I listen to it. If I’m in a bad mood, I listen to it. This one gets your blood pumping and gets you ready to go.

2. Sly & the Family Stone — “If You Want Me to Stay”

I think of music in terms of movies, and this was a song that I used in a short film that I made years ago. I don’t know if I can put it into words, but it just rocks. It’s a great song for movies because it drives forward and has natural edit points. I’d love to use it in a film some day.
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Karey Kirkpatrick

Imagine That director Karey Kirkpatrick opens up his iTunes for us in this exclusive feature

A Taste:

James Taylor, Stephen Sondheim, Metallica, John Lennon & Paul McCartney

“Nothing hits me harder than a great song,” says Imagine That director Karey Kirkpatrick.

Watching Imagine That, with its eclectic sonic backdrop, that’s definitely apparent.

Karey’s a genuine music fan, and his love for music comes through in the film’s rhythmic sensibility. In fact, Imagine That is just chock full of great tunes!

About his personal playlist, Karey explains, “Nothing can take me back to a particular time or place like a song can. It’s hard to pick just a few because there are so many I love. For my playlist, I’ve gone with ones that have inspired or impacted my life in one way or another. I’m sure I’ll read this list next week and hate it—or want to change it. But here goes.”

Karey shared his playlist with us in this exclusive feature. Check it out below and be sure to catch Imagine That in theaters this Friday, June 12.

Karey Kirkpatrick’s Playlist:

1. John Lennon & Paul McCartney — “Yesterday”
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