For fans craving authenticity and artists who thrive on performing without studio and video embellishments, Clear Channel Radio begins production next month on Stripped(TM) -- an exclusive, weekly in-studio performance series that will be available, on-demand, from Clear Channel Radio station Web sites.
Artists from pop, adult contemporary, urban, country and rock formats will be featured with Rob Thomas, John Legend, Gavin DeGraw and Jesse McCartney up first.
All performances will be shot live with four hand-held cameras in a widescreen and 24p format to capture the bare essence of each performance in on-air, CD and television quality. The five-song shoots will include hits, a new single and one cover, all with a new flair and arrangement.
Like MTV's "Unplugged" and Saturday Night Live's characteristic performance stage, Stripped(TM) will have a distinct visual look, shot in New York and Los Angeles. Minimal set designs will reflect the intimacy of the event. A projected backdrop will vary by performance.
"Stripped(TM) will offer artists a chance to connect with our devout audience in a brand new way, both on-air and online," said Evan Harrison, executive vice president of Clear Channel Radio and head of the company's Online Music & Radio unit. "Each Stripped(TM) session will strip artists to their essence and provide a unique and intimate experience for fans on our stations' Web sites."
Created and produced by Clear Channel Online Music & Radio, the company makes the signature series exclusively available to Clear Channel Radio station Web sites.
Clear Channel Radio station Web sites, which number more than 1000, received more than 7.5 million unique visitors in February, according to comScore Media Metrix.
Artists wishing to participate should contact Peter Harper at 818-566-6174.
- From A Clear Channel Radio Press Release
