Be part of the DMU Music Playlist

DMU Music are re-launching their call-out for music recommendations for listening during lockdown. Back in April 2020, DMU Music began compiling a recommended listening playlist with the hope of providing some support, entertainment and distraction during these challenging times.

Since the campaign began, staff, students, partners and friends have recommended more than 80 albums and artists to enjoy and discover. All genres are welcome, the DMU Music Playlist has no limits and is the perfect place to discover new artists or remind yourself of some old favourites.

Whether providing emotional comfort, giving us the motivation to get up and go, or simply creating the space for us to think and feel, music has a transformative effect on our daily lives. If music is helping you get through the day, the DMU Music team want to hear from you! 

Be part of the DMU Music Playlist

DMU Music are looking for more contributions to the playlist. Here’s how to take part.   

Film a short clip of yourself (3 mins max) to answer these three questions:  

1. Please introduce yourself

Your name and your connection to DMU 

2. What are your top 3 go-to albums/records? 

These are the ones you turn to when you really a boost or that emotional support.  

3. Can you recommend 5 artists that others should go and check out? 

Please say why in your response

 There is no right or wrong answer, this is personal to you however please observe the guidelines at the end of this document to ensure your video meets social media guidelines. 

 How to submit your video

Email music@dmu.ac.uk with the subject heading ‘DMU Music Recommended Listening’. For any files that are too large, we suggest using the DMU Zend platform, or alternatively WeTransfer is a free service to use: https://wetransfer.com/

Please note your video will be shared on our social media channels, and all contributors should observe the content guidelines below.

Content Creation Guidelines

In line with DMUs policy on social media please observe the following points below.

Please make sure that anyone included in the film is happy for you to share this online. 

Please ensure your video does not include any of the following: 

• Consumption of alcohol or include drunk people in any of your content
• Swearing, use profanities or offensive language
• Show any criminal activity 

Technical specifications  

• Content must be vertical and not landscape  
• Use selfie mode on the camera or ask someone to film for you 
• Make sure you are in a room with good lighting and a background that is suitable for the video 
• Make sure the source of light is in front of you rather than behind your back, otherwise your face will be too dark
• Make sure the video is not shot against a window as this will cause glare.