The Staves - Satisfied

What this video is

Released 3 December 2020 during the height of pandemic-era touring restrictions, 'Satisfied' was the third single from The Staves' long-awaited album Good Woman — their first in six years and first for Nonesuch Records. Shot at London's Sunbeam Studios, the video reflects the wider industry pivot toward high-quality live studio sessions as a substitute for conventional touring promotion. The album itself was…

Why it matters

The video exemplifies the 2020s resurgence of stripped-back, studio-performance aesthetics in UK indie folk, prioritising sonic and visual authenticity over conceptual spectacle. The Staves' trademark three-part sibling harmonies, here supported by a full band, mark an evolution from their…

The director

Olivia Emes is a UK-based music video and documentary filmmaker. She began her career at MTV2 Gonzo before working with Beats1, Noisey, and Vice. She has directed content for brands including Red Bull, YouTube, Apple Music, Warner, BMW, and TikTok, and has…