THE JANUARY 26 Music Video Festival
Hollywood, CA – The AI International Music Video Festival proudly announces the cutting-edge winners of its
January 22 program at the classic Los Feliz Theatre in Hollywood.
JANUARY 26 SELECTED MUSIC VIDEOS WINNERS
“Mein Fuhrer BLUES” - Brogan Wassell - France - 2025 - 4 min - JURY AWARDS: Best Social Message - AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDS: Best Music Video
What does history say about faschists?
The video presents a clear political and emotional concept with intentional visual direction. Strong intent is present
“CRIMSON & STEEL” - Bruce Hunt - Australia - 2025 - 3 min - World Festival Premiere - JURY AWARDS: Best Storytelling
What happens when the devil comes to the city?
This music video presents a clear and engaging concept, blending an alternative, upbeat track with a futuristic narrative involving human–robot relationships. The execution is confident and stylish, with strong world-building and visual coherence that supports the emotional undertones of betrayal and connection without overexplaining them.
A highly entertaining and well-crafted piece that stands out through its clarity, rhythm, and visual storytelling. Strong music–image alignment and solid world-building make this a compelling and memorable entry, clearly deserving of its winner status.
“FIRST AFRICAN ON THE MOON ” - Oubath Akpo - Togo - 2025 - 3 min - World Festival Premiere - JURY AWARDS: Best Music Video
How does Togo land the first African on the Moon?
The video presents a clear and playful afrofuturist concept with strong energy and confident execution. The visuals are consistent and well-paced, supporting the rhythm of the music without forcing a heavy-handed narrative. Humor, style, and momentum are balanced effectively, keeping the piece entertaining throughout.
A lively and authentic music video that succeeds through clarity, rhythm, and visual coherence. Stylish and engaging without pretension, it stands out as an enjoyable and well-crafted entry.
“Protocol Breach” - Sylwester Rybczyk - Poland - 2025 - 6 min - World Festival Premiere - JURY AWARDS: Best Student, Best Script
How does a human overwrite protocol?
This music video presents a clear dystopian concept with strong execution and confident visual direction. The imagery shows solid technical skill and stylistic ambition, and the relationship between sound and image is well aligned, with the music actively driving the narrative and emotional shifts.
A cohesive and engaging piece that effectively explores the tension between machine logic and human emotion. While the world-building could be further deepened to sharpen context and stakes, the video succeeds as a music-driven cinematic experience and stands out positively within the selection.
“Higher Self ” - Rune Degett - Netherlands - 2025 - 4 min
Whats a journey of self-reflective subconsciousness like?
The video presents a clear and immersive concept centered on inner transformation and subconscious exploration. From the opening moments through the transition into the “higher self,” the journey is handled with precision and sensitivity. The visuals unfold with confidence and restraint, and the music aligns seamlessly with the emotional and psychological arc.
A beautifully crafted and soulful music video that feels complete and intentional. Strong atmosphere, coherent storytelling, and genuine emotional depth make this one of the standout works of the selection and a clear winner-level piece.