History of the pop video

From the 1940s to the 1950s, there were three main stars of the time. They were known as ;

• Bing Crosby
• Frank Sinatra
• Elvis Pressley

Fans could only see these three men perform in either films, T.V. specials or in concert. They were the biggest stars of their time and the woman loved them especially.


Next it was the famous group 'The Beatles', they were popular all over the world and everyone loved them. The Beatles produced two short films to promote their single record

• paperback writer
• rain

these were their first music videos.

Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” (1975) Dir. Bruce Gower. The reason this Music Video is regarded as important is that it was the first Music Video to:

• Really have an impact on sales – after the video release the song went to number 1.
• Be regarded as a work of Art in its own right.

Then it was Michael Jackson with his most famous song 'Thriller'. this was the MOST expensive pop video ever made! This video uses a huge range of camera angles and movements, it also uses amazing props, costumes and a great setting.