It’s a family affair in today’s playlist curated by American filmmaker, director, and Wes Anderson's co-writer Roman Coppola. To mark the release of “Oh Brother”—a vampiric music video Coppola shot and edited for his wife’s solo project Spring Summer—the director selects his favorite music videos that have a personal connection to him via friends and family. Expect to see everything from cameo appearances to gymnastic performances from Sofia and Gia Coppola, Jason Schwartzman, Seth Rogen, and more.
Wax: California
"A great one-take video included here because my niece [Gia Coppola] shows up in the ending.”
Spike Jonze's classic 1996 music video for the San Jose rockers features a man on fire running in slow motion before the camera pans across to a little girl riding in the back of a car.
Yves Tumor: Applaud
“This was one my niece Gia directed and was filmed in my house. Kind of crazy to see a big party there.”
Gia Coppola brings the musical polymath’s tack to life in a video that embodies Yves Tumor's hypnotic sounds. With vocals by New Orleans-based musician Hirakish and produced by LA-based Napolian, the mixed genre track is complimented by flickering scenes of sub-human characters and lyrics of defiance.
Cibo Matto: Sugar Water
“I did a video for this song but the artists chose to replace it with a new one, which turned out way better than mine.”
Michel Gondry directed this split-screen hit in 1996 for the New York City duo. The two sides of the music video show the same footage, but with one going forward in time while the other goes backward.
Phoenix: Funky Squaredance
“Probably my favorite of the videos I’ve done—free, personal, and I was proud it was invited to be part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art.”
Roman Coppola's 2004 music video for the French electro group is probably one of the most original ideas for a music video as he created captivating stream-of-consciousness style visuals based on his life and family.
The Chemical Brothers: Elektrobank
“A fun video that features my sister Sofia and her excellent gymnastic talents.”
Spike Jonze directed this The Chemical Brothers music video, which depicts a rhythmic gymnastics competition starring Sofia Coppola as one of the talented competitors.
Daft Punk: Revolution 909
“A video I’m proud of because it includes a long-standing family recipe.”
Directed by Roman Coppola, the opening skit in "Revolution 909" is said to be a reflection on the French government and its stance against rave parties. The music video then transitions into something not too dissimilar to The Food Network as a woman goes through the steps of making the perfect tomato sauce.
Liam Hayes & Plush: White Telescope
“One of my all-time favorite songs written and performed by a great friend. Included here because of the closeness I feel to Liam’s world and work.”
White Telescope, directed by Roman Coppola, is a song that features in the soundtrack for Coppola's 2013 film A Glimpse Inside the Mind of Charles Swan III.
Spring Summer: Bow Your Head
“This features my wife and my sister-in-law and was shot by my cousin John Schwartzman. A fun memory because we were able to squeeze it in after a commercial production.”
"Bow Your Head" was released earlier this year and is Spring Summer's debut single for Dangerbird Record's Microdose single series.
The Beastie Boys: Fight For Your Right (revisited)
“A wild and epic video in which I happen to make a quick cameo appearance along with my cousin Jason Schwartzmann.”
Following the conclusion of the storyline in the "Fight For Your Right" music video, the Beasties break into a liquor store, drop acid with groupies, and get into a breakdance competition with time-traveling future versions of themselves. This instant classic, directed by Adam Yauch, stars Elijah Wood, Danny McBride, Seth Rogen, Susan Sarandon and Stanley Tucci.
Phoenix: Trying To Be Cool
“Including here even though I had no involvement in it, except that it involves my brother-in-law and my good friends from Phoenix. One of my all-time favorites.”
“Trying to Be Cool" is taken from Phoenix’s 2012 indie pop album, Bankrupt! And was directed by CANADA.