Adult Leisure’s video for “Dancing Don’t Feel Right” is a salute to creativity, energy, and a DIY spirit that is perfectly captured in its self-edited music video. Filmed entirely on an iPhone, the video embraces a lo-fi aesthetic that harkens back to vintage film styles. By using a 720 x 720 aspect ratio to evoke nostalgia, the video is both nostalgic and fresh.
Given the rising costs of production, it’s an impressive showcase of Adult Leisure’s independence and adds a genuine touch to their work.
On the video, Luke Denham (bass) says,
Set on a dance mat within an arcade, we aimed to capture a carefree dancer moving with abandon, perfectly mirroring the song’s playful but rebellious theme. With subtle nods to iconic grassroots venues in Bristol like The Louisiana and Thekla, the video pays homage to our local music scene while keeping things simple, authentic and full of energy.
Despite limited resources, the DIY nature of the video highlights the band’s genuine approach and allows their creativity to shine. It serves as a reminder that great art doesn’t need excessive budgets or high-tech equipment to make a lasting impact.
Be it the video or the track alone, “Dancing Don’t Feel Right” proves that simplicity and authenticity can create something powerful. It’s a great reminder to the joy of movement, rebellion, and the spirit of local music scenes.
