DOUG LOVELOCK
COMPOSER
VIDEOS
“Shift”
Composed the music for entry into the 2024 IFMC, underscoring the short film “Shift” directed by Chen-Sing Yap. Repeating piano lines help convey the feelings of the mundane, of the feeling of being trapped in what seems to be a never-ending situation. Arcing strings convey the mother’s love and warmth she has towards her child, and the synth-orchestrated soundscape creates the dystopian world the globe fell into over the course of the pandemic.
directed by Chen-Sing Yap
“Shopping Trip”
Also composed the music for entry into the 2024 IFMC, this time underscoring the short film “Shopping” directed by Barry Wilkinson. This film similarly explores the pandemic, only it hones in the other side: fear, sadness, and solitude are all concepts explored through this gripping and beautifully crafted animation. Again, the piano stood out as the driving voice in this work: alone, harmonically complex and able to drive home the mundane nature of the day to day. Surging strings and an uncomfortable sound-world housed just behind the music effectively communicates the tension and emotions that many people felt during this time.
directed by Barry Wilkinson
MUSIC
BIO
Doug Lovelock is a British composer and producer based in London, known for his melodically-driven scores and emotive soundscapes. With a keen ear and an adept ability to capture the essence of each project, he is known for finding the perfect sound that complements and elevates the visual storytelling.
Holding diplomas in Conducting, Composition and Media Scoring from the Universities of Cambridge, Surrey and Utrecht respectively, his diverse academic background has enriched his musical practice, incorporating a wide range of techniques and styles.
In addition to his work as a composer and producer, he is a skilled pianist and educator. He deeply understands the transformative power of music and its ability to impact individuals on an emotional level. Through his work, he continues to create powerful and resonant music that connects with audiences across various media.
douglovelockmusic@gmail.com
0 (+44) 7534 637087
Greater Reading Area,
London