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CONCEPT

This year’s 2024 video concept promises international appeal, bringing unprecedented publicity to Millersville and its programs. The story revolves around the Icelandic legend of the Yule Cat (Jólakötturinn) which prowls on Christmas Eve. According to the legend, if children didn’t receive new clothes for Christmas, the Yule Cat would eat all the food in their house and then take the children back to his home to eat them. This legend originated in Iceland, a clothing-making society where receiving new clothes for Christmas was a reward for hard work, while those who didn’t work hard had to wear old clothes and face the Yule Cat. Children were also encouraged to share their old clothes with the poor, as these would be new to them.

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PRODUCTION

​​​​The extended music video/short film was shot entirely on location in Iceland prior to this year’s Iceland Airwaves Festival.  In addition to the stunning and unique landscapes, towering waterfalls, black sand beaches, and rustic houses, it features Icelandic actors portraying a family from the 1860s, along with mythical figures such as Freya (the goddess of love and magic) and the Yule cat itself.

REVIEWS FROM PAST VIDEOS

“Wow! Exceptional and powerful. Now I remember why I fell in love with the heavy side of rock. Shine on!”

-- Jim Peterik (Grammy Winner of the Ides of March, formerly of Survivor and of .38 Special fame)

 

“Such an amazing performance! Great vocals, great playing, great video imagery, great production! Millersville U rocks the holidays!”

-- Dee Snider (singer-songwriter, musician, radio personality, and actor, formerly of Twisted Sister fame)

 

“It’s a well-produced video/song that features a rocking band and delivers a powerful message.”

-- Tom Gimbel (touring musician for Aerosmith/ Foreigner)

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