Looking for a space to do your new music video shoots? Well, which place is better than USA's Music City, Nashville? Known as the birthplace of country music, not only does it have a lot of auditoriums and museums dedicated solely to music, but it's also got its own fair share of natural beauty and outdoor spaces that can form a stellar backdrop to aesthetic music videos.
Giggster has the pick of the fantastic locations in Nashville, from a lake house retreat with a deck on the water to an electric barn conversion with a large open space living area. From vintage-looking black and white tiled photo and video studios to more modern spaces like a natural light studio with an exposed brick wall and wooden floors that are perfect for photography, we've really got everything that you might be looking for.
Not only does Giggster have variety and range in terms of style but also in terms of budget! Not in many places would you find a cozy vintage vibe cottage with a whole garden at such astonishingly cheap prices.
Browse through our easy-access website and find sound stages and production studios that make your creative instincts flare. Your audience will be impressed too, we promise!
Nashville Music Video Venues Curated by Giggster
Whether you're planning photo shoots for your album covers or a fun and trendy music video that'll get everyone dancing along, you need a venue that suits your vision. And that's exactly where Giggster comes in, with rustic barns and well-lit, multi-set studios alike.
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Create a warm and inviting atmosphere at one of the signature Nashville mansions with its wide verandahs or a historic hall with vaulted ceilings.
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Do you want to film at a bright and fun outdoor location? A bohemian outdoor patio bar and pool with a slide might be the right place for you.
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Filming in sound stages and historic recording studios allows your audience in and lets them feel like they're part of the music video itself.
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On the other hand, a video and photo studio with tons of natural light is always a good, safe spot to film your next music video.
Incredible Music Video Venues in Nashville Start at $25 USD/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: From versatile production studios with backdrops, rolling soundproof walls, and enough room for your whole cast and crew to an amazing realistic airplane set, you can choose a place to rent from Giggster's 235 venues!
Hassle-Free Booking: Look up all the necessary details about the space before you rush to book it, from the hourly rental rate to the number of people it can accommodate. Giggster properties in Nashville start at just $25 USD/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: When it comes to cancellations, our flexible policies are immensely helpful. Provided you've booked at least 48 hours prior to the shoot, you can cancel within 24 hours of confirmation.
Platform Protections: As for damages and liabilities, Giggster has optional protection packages against such issues. Don't worry about such things while booking Studio 2 - Industrial Studio in Germantown.
Pros and Cons of Music Video Spaces in Nashville
As with every city in the world, Nashville has its own set of pros and cons. If you're looking to rent a space, don't do so without considering whether Nashville is a good fit.
Advantages
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A thriving music scene naturally means that you won't be lacking crew, videographers, and even actors to work on your music video!
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All that music history and iconic sites like the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame give you plenty to do during your free time.
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Mild and sun-drenched seasons, especially spring and fall, mean that the city is a great place for filming in the outdoors. The beautiful parks definitely help.
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That famed Southern hospitality and food makes finding places to eat in the city much easier if you're staying for a while.
Disadvantages
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On the other hand, high humidity during the summer and seasonal allergies can make enjoying the outdoors tough for some people.
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It's a rapidly growing city. Traffic congestion in downtown Nashville is a problem if you aren't eager to spend hours stuck in traffic.
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Nashville is becoming quite expensive so you might have to spend a pretty penny on the most coveted venues.
The Best Type of Venue for Your Music Video in Nashville
Given the sheer number of beautiful and unique locations in Nashville where you can film your video shoots, finding the space that fits with your aesthetic really shouldn't be hard. Pick from 235 venues and impress your cast and crew with your choice!
Production Studio – The Perfect Backdrop. Now, the obvious choice for a music video is a well-equipped studio with great lighting, countless colorful backdrops, and well-furnished corners. Some of these studios even come with rentals for cameras, lenses, and grips so you're all set to start filming. Recording studios which come with grand pianos and drum sets are another option.
House/Ranch – Private Atmospheres. Want to set the video in more natural circumstances? You could always go for one of the many historic homes in Nashville. Whether it's the old-world charm or a modern open-concept space that you need, we've got options for you. Original fireplaces and libraries add sophistication and grace to the space.
Outdoor Locations – Warm and Natural Light. Film productions in the outdoors, whether that's the deck of a lakeside retreat or a patio bar and a pool in the backyard of a mansion, are always fun. Take advantage of the sun and natural light during the daytime or do some nighttime shoots with carefully placed lighting.
Theater – Dramatic Aesthetics. Let the artistic theater kid inside you run wild with a unique brick-wall theater space. Not only does the space combine industrial decor and blue and purple ambient lighting with a theatrical flair, but the round stage is great for filming club scenes.
Bar and Event Venue – Dynamic and Exciting. And finally, going for a fun dance number? Then you can host your cast and crew at a bar. Either a retro-style bar with movable seating and ample space for your whole cast and crew or a modern chic lounge. Both work equally well!
How to Plan a Music Video in Nashville
Planning out any new project can be a nerve-wracking business and a music video is especially high stakes since you have so much riding on it. Trying to compress entire stories into just a few minutes is no easy matter but being organized can help you out so much!
Write Out a Concept – This might be harder or easier than writing a storyboard for any other film because you've already got the song as source material. You should have a good idea of what you want to showcase, how many actors you might need, and what kind of venues you want to shoot at right off the bat!
Select the Venue – Rather than moving around too much, trying to find one cool space for all your needs is so much better. It's much easier on the team and cheaper for you if you can shoot all your scenes in one location.
Find Cast and Crew – Their different projects shouldn't clash with yours so set your expectations early and make sure that the date of the shoot is convenient for everybody concerned! If the band and musicians are part of the crew, make sure that they're comfortable since being on-camera might be a new experience for them.
Shoot Extra Coverage – There's only so much audio but that doesn't mean that you shouldn't have extra coverage. Overshooting often helps you fill in gaps or narrow down the ending. There's no guarantee that you can go in and shoot something again so it's better to have enough material the first time around.
Saving Money on a Music Video in Nashville
Music videos are easily done on a budget. But regardless of your budget, there are always a few tips and tricks for saving money on a shoot.
Keep gear expenses low.
Having a lot of cutting-edge equipment is amazing but not altogether necessary. When it comes to small-scale projects, if you can't make do with your own gear or the equipment you borrow from a friend, you can use rental companies instead of buying new stuff.
Make a storyboard and shot list.
Having a storyboard and your entire shot list worked out ahead of time will cut down on wasted time and effort. Don't forget that you're renting out these venues by the hour so the quicker you get your shots, the earlier everyone can go home.
Limit your locations.
As we've already discussed, shooting in one location is a huge time and money saver! Choose a venue with all the amenities you need and try to shoot all your scenes there rather than shifting all your gear around all over the city.
Nashville Music Videos with Giggster
Giggster can help you find the best locales for your music video shoots. From the historic Montague cabin with its kitschy fireplace and patchwork quilts on the beds to the ultra-modern and well-furnished libraries and meeting rooms, our venues will just complement and work with your creativity!
