APB-Shoot You Down (Music Video) - APB-Shoot You Down (Music Video)

What this video is

APB formed in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland in 1979 and became one of the most influential underground post-punk acts of the early 1980s, blending funk, punk, and new wave into a distinctive rhythm-driven sound. 'Shoot You Down' was their second single, released on Oily Records in 1981, and became a surprise dancefloor hit in New York City clubs including Danceteria and the Mudd Club — despite the band being…

Why it matters

A foundational artifact of the punk-funk underground, 'Shoot You Down' exemplifies the 1981 British post-punk turn toward funk rhythms and minimalist groove — predating the post-punk revival of the early 2000s by two decades. This music video preserves a rare live-rehearsal document of APB, one of…

The director

Award-winning filmmaker and Director of Photography based in New Jersey with over 25 years of experience. Specializes in documentary-style storytelling with a passion for music and live concert cinematography. Collaborated with clients ranging from Fortune…