Blog by Jon Brooks specialising in Logic Pro X templates, music articles, Youtube videos, music production for film and TV, musical analysis and all things regarding audio production. Apple music and iTunes products are also featured within the blog. Jon is a British composer scoring music for film, television and advertising.
I wrote the music for this Kentucky Fried Chicken "Astro Boy" TV Commercial in 2005. Music composed and produced by Jon Brooks. Advertising agency: BBDO Malaysia.
Title: "Astro Boy".
Product: Kentucky Fried Chicken
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Audio Mix: WASP Studios
"In the absence of great work, nothing else matters"
At BBDO and Proximity they live by the mantra 'The Work, The Work, The Work'. And their aim is to create the world's most compelling content for their clients.
Little wonder that they've won a multitude of business effectiveness awards; from Effie to AME to James E Burke. Their creativity has an enviable reputation too, having been ranked No. 1 in Malaysia, No. 1 in Asia, and No. 8 Worldwide with various Cannes, One Show, D & AD, Spikes, AdFest, NY Festival and Kancil awards.
Their mission is to create solutions to client problems. Traditional. Non-traditional. Out of this world. Everything goes.
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Jon Brooks is a professional composer based in the UK and specialises in music production for film, tv, advertising and animation series. He's very passionate about music, creativity and filmmaking. Some of his clients and credits include: Coca Cola, “An American In Hollywood”, Shakirul Alam Pictures Ltd., Sony Playstation, Oxford University Press, Pepsi, V-Twinz Productions, KFC, Malaysia Airlines, Planet Films, Sony Music and Toyota…
He's worked professionally (locally and internationally) in music production since 2002 and has his own recording studio based in Stockport, UK where he's able to record and produce in-house; calling in live musicians and other creative professionals when required.
STABILO is a German maker of pens for writing, colouring and cosmetics as well as markers and highlighters for office use. It is the world's largest manufacturer of highlighter pens, Stabilo Boss.
The company was founded as Grossberger & Kurz Bleistiftfabrik (pencil company) in Nuremberg in 1855 and acquired by the Schwanhäusser family in 1865. Taking the first part from the family name, the company was renamed Schwan Bleistiftfabrik and started using the swan logo as one of the earliest trademarks. In the 1930s, it expanded into cosmetic pencils, and this side of the business has grown to a significant part of the company since the 1970s. In 1967, it started a German-Malaysian joint venture called Swan Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Malaysia. The company changed its name to Schwan-Stabilo in 1976 and spawned Stabilo International in 2005. It has three manufacturing plants for pens, one in Weißenburg in Bayern, Germany, one in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and since 1991, one in Český Krumlov, Czech Republic. Cosmetics pens are manufactured at the company headquarters in Heroldsberg, Germany, and in the Czech Republic and sold as OEM products, but not under the Stabilo brand. Total employment in 2006 was 3000 people, and the company made €260 million that year. Stabilo introduced fluorescent markers for highlighting in 1971 and is the European market leader in this product category.
Yahoo! Maxis TV Commercial. Music composed and produced by Jon Brooks. Jon specialises in Music Production for Film, TV, Corporate Videos, Radio, Animation, Sonic Branding, Advertising, Artists and Multimedia.
Maxis is the leading communications service provider and the first operator to launch 4G in Malaysia.
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A can of Coke (12 fl ounces/355 ml) has 39 grams of carbohydrates (all from sugar, approximately 10 teaspoons), 50 mg of sodium, 0 grams fat, 0 grams potassium, and 140 calories.
The exact formula of Coca Cola's natural flavorings (but not its other ingredients, which are listed on the side of the bottle or can) is a trade secret. The original copy of the formula was held in SunTrust Bank's main vault in Atlanta for 86 years. Its predecessor, the Trust Company, was the underwriter for the Coca-Cola Company's initial public offering in 1919. On December 8, 2011, the original secret formula was moved from the vault at SunTrust Banks to a new vault containing the formula which will be on display for visitors to its World of Coca Cola museum in downtown Atlanta.
A popular myth states that only two executives have access to the formula, with each executive having only half the formula. The truth is that while Coca Cola does have a rule restricting access to only two executives, each knows the entire formula and others, in addition to the prescribed duo, have known the formulation process. On February 11, 2011, Ira Glass revealed on his PRI radio show, This American Life, that the secret formula to Coca-Cola had been uncovered in a 1979 newspaper. The formula found basically matched the formula found in Pemberton's diary.
Coca-Cola is the most popular and biggest-selling soft drink in history, as well as the best-known product in the world.
Created in Atlanta, Georgia, by Dr. John S. Pemberton, Coca-Cola was first offered as a fountain beverage by mixing Coca-Cola syrup with carbonated water. Coca-Cola was introduced in 1886, patented in 1887, registered as a trademark in 1893 and by 1895 it was being sold in every state and territory in the United States. In 1899, The Coca-Cola Company began franchised bottling operations in the United States.
Coca Cola might owe its origins to the United States, but its popularity has made it truly universal. Today, you can find Coca-Cola in virtually every part of the world. Global Brands Include: Coca Cola, Coca-Cola Light, Coca Cola Zero, Diet Coke, Fanta, Minute Maid, POWERADE, Sprite, and vitaminwater.
Maybank is Malaysia's largest bank by market capitalisation and total assets and one of the largest banks in Southeast Asia, with total assets exceeding US$183 billion and having a net profit of US$1.92 billion for 2014.
Maybank is also ranked 103rd in The Banker's 2014 Top 1000 World Banks (as at July 2014) and is ranked 371 in the Forbes Global 2000 Leading Companies (as at May 2015).
Maybank is the largest public listed company on Bursa Malaysia, the Malaysian stock exchange, with a market capitalisation of US$24.4 billion as of 31 December 2014.
Maybank is ranked as one of the World’s Top 20 Strongest Banks by Bloomberg Markets. Maybank's Islamic banking arm, Maybank Islamic, is ranked as the top Islamic bank in Asia Pacific and third in the world in terms of assets.
Maybank's network spans across all 10 ASEAN nations as well as key Asian countries and global financial centres with a network of 2,400 offices worldwide with more than 47,000 employees.
Jon Brooks specialises in music production for film, television, artists, media, corporate video and advertising.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is a Government of India Enterprise with a Navratna Status, and a Forbes 2000 and Global Fortune 500 company. It had originally been incorporated as a company under the Indian Companies Act 1913. It is listed on the Bombay Stock exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE), India.
HPCL has an annual sales/income from operations of Rs 2,32,188 Crores (US$ 38.75 Billions) during FY 2013-14 and having a strong presence in Refining & Marketing in India with about 21% Market share and having 18% Refining capacity in the PSU category in the country.
The total sale of products during 2013-14 was 31.0 MMT, achieving a growth of 2.1% over historical. Domestic sales were 30.3 MMT, Pipeline throughput was 15.7 MMT and the refineries processed 15.51 MMT of crude achieving capacity utilization of 105%. During 2013-14, HPCL has become India’s largest lube marketer with total Lubricant sales of 484 TMT during the year.
The Profit after Tax was Rs 1,734 crore during 2013-14, an increase of 91% over the previous year and the highest PAT during the previous 10 years.
HPCL owns & operates 2 major refineries producing a wide variety of petroleum fuels & specialties, one in Mumbai(West Coast) of 6.5 Million Metric Tonnes Per Annum (MMTPA) capacity and the other in Vishakapatnam, (East Coast) with a capacity of 8.3 MMTPA MMTPA. HPCL also owns and operates the largest Lube Refinery in the country producing Lube Base Oils of international standards, with a capacity of 428 TMT. This Lube Refinery accounts for over 40% of the India's total Lube Base Oil production. Presently HPCL produces over 300+ grades of Lubes, Specialities and Greases. HPCL in collaboration with M/s Mittal Energy Investments Pte. Ltd.. is operating a 9 MMTPA capacity Refinery at Bathinda in Punjab and also holds an equity of about 16.95% in the 15 MMTPA Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd. (MRPL).
HPCL has the second largest share of product pipelines in India with a pipeline network of more than 2,500 kms for transportation of petroleum products and a vast marketing network consisting of 13 Zonal offices in major cities and 101 Regional Offices facilitated by a Supply & Distribution infrastructure comprising Terminals, Pipeline networks, Aviation Service Stations, LPG Bottling Plants, Inland Relay Depots & Retail Outlets, Lube and LPG Distributorships.
Consistent excellent performance has been made possible by highly motivated workforce of over 11,000 employees working all over India at its various refining and marketing locations. View Past Annual Reports to know more about HPCL. The RTI Information Manual provides various details about the operation of the Corporation.
HPCL is committed to achieve the economic, ecological & social responsibility objectives of sustainable development consistently through varied operations and activities. HPCL’s focus areas are in the fields of Child Care, Education, Health Care, Skill Development & Community Development, touching lives of weaker section of society.
In the mid 1970s, Ridsect was one of the pioneer insecticides that developed into an aerosol spray can and widely used by residents living in the rural areas. When urbanization took place in Malaysia in the 80s, Ridsect aerosol spray migrated along with the rural residents to the urban centres. In the late 80s, Ridsect overtook the urban aerosol brands to become the market leader in aerosol insecticides. Today, Ridsect is still the dominant market leader in aerosol insecticides with nearly half of the market shares.
The success of Ridsect in the aerosol segment encouraged the brand to expand its equity to other segments like mosquito coils, mats and liquid vaporizers. By 2004, Ridsect became the leading total insecticide brand in Malaysia up till today. In 2011, Ridsect was acquired by S.C. Johnson & Son.
Astro 'Prodigal Father' Commercial
Title: Astro Prodigal Father
Production House - Mojo Films
Film Director - Barney Chua
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
DOP - Tung (HK) & Wudhy (Thai)
1st AD - Kenneth Raj
ASTRO is the brand name of the Malaysian direct broadcast satellite (DBS) Pay TV service. It transmits digital satellite television and radio to households in Malaysia & Brunei. The name Astro is an acronym for All-Asian Satellite Television and Radio Operator. Astro is owned and operated by Astro Television Network System Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Astro Malaysia Holdings Sdn Bhdthat owned by Astro Holdings Sdn Bhd It has operations at All Asia Broadcast Centre located in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Measat in Cyberjaya.
ASTRO launched Malaysia's first high-definition television service branded Astro B.yond on December 11, 2009. The roll out of these services is estimated to cost some RM200 million, including marketing and operating costs of approximately RM150 million, over the next financial year, ahead of revenue and earnings from these services. Astro B.yond also introduced a Digital Video Recording (DVR) service, available through the Astro B.yond Personal Video Recorder (PVR) and an external hard disk drive connected to the Astro B.yond decoder. The Astro B.yond PVR comes with an inbuilt 500GB hard disk and allows customers to record up to two live programmes at one time, rewind and pause live TV. Recording services ia also availalble through Astro B.yond via a compatible external hard disk driveand activate the recording service by Astro.
In April 2011, Astro B.yond introduced it's IPTV services through Astro B.yond IPTV a collaboration with TIME dotCom Berhad (TIME) to deliver IPTV since December 2010 brings an unparalleled multiplay of Astro channels in HD (High-Definition) with Personal Video Recording (PVR) and VOD (Video-on-Demand) services delivered via TIME's 100% fibre broadband offering the fastest internet speed in the country with voice at the best value to Malaysian homes. Astro B.yond IPTV will be progressively available in Klang Valley and Penang. At present, Astro B.yond IPTV is available at 60 high-rise condominiums within Mont Kiara, KLCC, Bangsar and Penang. The Astro B.yond decoder is a rebranded Pace plc DS-830NA.
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Its Sunday Edition is called BH Ahad (renamed on 1 July 2012; previously known as Berita Minggu) was launched on 10 July 1960. Throughout the years, BH has diversely moulded itself from a paper reflecting the traditional thoughts and aspirations to a vibrant medium where era of knowledge has become the primary resource of economic development.
Type: Daily Newspaper
Format: Tabloid
Publisher: The New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
Editor: Datuk Mior Kamarul Shahid
Founded: 1 July 1957
Language: Malay
Headquarters: Balai Berita 31, Jalan Riong, 59100 Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Circulation: 157,490 (BH)
208,327 (BH Ahad)
Website: www.bharian.com.my
The newspaper was printed in broadsheet format until 5 July 2008, when the newspaper chart a new era, with a new look and trendier compact version on 6 July 2008.
As the pioneering vernacular daily, BH continues to transform its readers by enriching their knowledge and stimulating their minds with the latest news presented in a thought-provoking way. Moreover, it has evolved from just an ordinary daily to go on board in the digital platform namely e-paper, tablet, mobile phones and online edition allowing the readers to read the news in a simple, fast and compact way.
To stay relevant and to keep up with the tastes and lifestyle of the present generation, a total modification was made on 1 July 2012. The transition includes changing the 'Ekonomi' section to 'Bisnes', the pullout ‘Ratu’ to ‘Famili’ and ‘Rona’ to ‘Kembara’. Changes were also made in layout, typography, pagination which is more attractive and easy to read as well as highlighting the fact number, info graphic and interesting information. The new BH is also providing larger size colour photographs.
To attract younger and present readers, few segments have been introduced such as ‘Jejak’, ‘Fokus’, ‘5 Soalan’ and ‘Meoww’ a page for cat lovers. ‘Inspirasi’ pullout on Saturday will feature famous artists as a columnist such as Aaron Aziz and Fasha Sandha while the Glamor pullout on Saturday features well known columnist Juwie.
1957
On 1 July, the inaugural issue of Berita Harian, first romanised Malay morning newspaper was published. Initially, it reflected the contents of Straits Times and was priced at RM0.15 with only 8 staff operating the paper.
1958
In April, Abdul Samad Ismail was appointed Editor.
1960
On 10 July, Berita Minggu, first romanised Malay Sunday newspaper was launched.
1966
On 1 Jan, Berita Harian introduced a new masthead.
1968
Cartoonist Lat started contributing “Keluarga Si Mamat” cartoon series in Berita Minggu.
1972
Abdul Wahab Zain was appointed Editor.
1974
Two pages of Berita Harian were added to make it a total of 12 pages – the contents focused on trade and business, notes on photography, advice for students in exams, more pages on entertainment, foreign news & articles and general features.
1975
On 1 July, Berita Harian price was increased to RM0.25.
1976
Abdul Samad Said was appointed Editor.
1978
Salim Kajai was appointed Editor.
1979
On 29 Nov, Edisi Bandar Berita Harian was launched.
1981
Berita Harian was revamped with new colour masthead, new sections and greater emphasis on entertainment features. Priced at RM0.35.
1983
Berita Harian price was increased to RM0.45.
Adibah Amin was appointed Editor.
1984
In February, Ahmad Sebi Abu Bakar became Group Editor.
1985
On 19 June, Berita Harian and Berita Minggu were incorporated under a subsidiary, Berita Harian Sdn Bhd.
On 20 Oct, Akhbar Dalam Darjah (ADD) was launched.
1986
In April, Abdul Kadir Jasin became Group Editor.
1988
On 8 April, Ahmad Nazri Abdullah became Group Editor.
1989
On 8 Aug, Jaguh – a special 16-page tabloid pullout on Sports was introduced.
1991
On 2 Dec, new format of Berita Harian with the tag line “Sumber Ilmu dan Maklumat Mutakhir” was launched.
On 8 Dec, new format of Berita Minggu was launched.
1992
On 1 June, special daily supplements were added: Berita Pelajar, Berita Wanita, Berita Teknologi, Jaguh, Perspektif and Dunia.
Some of my musical influences include: Jerry Goldsmith, Gustav Mahler, Danny Elfman, Richard Strauss, John Williams, James Newton-Howard, Wagner, Debussy, Patrick Doyle, Shostakovich, Vaughan Williams, Bill Conti, Sibelius, Coldplay, Elgar, Klaus Badelt, Michael Giacchino, Lynsey Grace, Aerosmith, Elliot Goldenthal, Harry Gregson-Williams, James Horner, Def Leppard, Michael Kamen, Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer, Europe, Christopher Young, Gabriel Yared, Bon Jovi, Debbie Wiseman, Clive Farrington, Shirley Walker, Brian Tyler, Alan Silvestri, Howard Shore, The Beach Boys, Marc Shaiman, Wishbone Ash, Graeme Revell, John Powell, Mozart, Rachel Portman, Michael Nyman...... and many more!!!
Maxis Hotlink Rewards Unlimited Call-Me Bonus TVC - Maxis (Music by Jon Brooks). The more you talk and receive calls, the more points you earn. Please subscribe to my Youtube Channel to be notified of future uploads: http://www.youtube.com/jonbrookscomposer
Maxis is the leading communications service provider and the first operator to launch 4G in Malaysia. www.maxis.com.my www.hotlink.com.my
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All New MINI Cooper S: MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology with 4 Cylinder Petrol Engine (Variable camshaft control, fully variable valve control, direct injection, turbo charging).
Acceleration: (0-100 km/h): 6.8 seconds (Automatic: 6.7 seconds)
Top Speed: 235 km/h
Average Fuel Consumption*: 5.7-5.8 Litres (5.2-5.4 Litres) / 100 kilometres
C02 Emissions*: 133-136 g/km (122-125 g/km), Exhaust Emission Standard: EU6.
Optimised spatial comfort on all four seats.
Newly designed headlamps, daytime driving lights, optional LED headlights with integrated direction indicator.
Strepsils are lozenges manufactured by Reckitt Benckiser (Nottingham, United Kingdom). They are the largest selling sore throat product in the world (as of 2010).
Available flavours:
- Original
- Warm
- Honey and Lemon
- Orange Vitamin C
- Extra Strength
- Strawberry Sugar Free
- Cherry
- Sore Throat and Blocked Nose
- Sore Throat and Cough
- Children 6+
- Handy Tubes (Cool, Warm and Honey and Lemon)
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Brand: Bank Islam
Title: Corporate Banking Group Thematic TVC (Canvas)
Duration: 60 secs
Client: Bank Islam
Year: 2008
Agency: Naga DDB
Production House: Passion Pictures
Director: Brad Hogarth
Post Production: MFX Malaysia
VFX Director: Chan Moon Choong
Music Composer: Jon Brooks
Audio Post: WASP Studios
I wrote the music for this KFC TVC in 2005 whilst working in Malaysia as an In-House Composer / Sound Designer at WASP Studios. Thanks for watching and thanks for subscribing to my Youtube Channel. :-)
"In the absence of great work, nothing else matters"
At BBDO and Proximity they live by the mantra 'The Work, The Work, The Work'. And their aim is to create the world's most compelling content for their clients.
Little wonder that they've won a multitude of business effectiveness awards; from Effie to AME to James E Burke. Their creativity has an enviable reputation too, having been ranked No. 1 in Malaysia, No. 1 in Asia, and No. 8 Worldwide with various Cannes, One Show, D & AD, Spikes, AdFest, NY Festival and Kancil awards.
Their mission is to create solutions to client problems. Traditional. Non-traditional. Out of this world. Everything goes.
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