Today, singer-songwriter Niina Soleil (Nina Shallman) shares a brand new single and accompanying music video, “Make It Summer.” Carved out with Shallman’s airy vocal stylings and a synth-driven melody, the track embodies the very season it mentions.
Speaking on the new track and accompanying music video, Nina wrote:
“’Make it Summer’ is ultimately about escape. Maybe your escape takes the form of a car, or a weekend getaway; maybe it’s a vivid daydream, or fantasy. But my song celebrates all Summer escapes— the spirit of adventure, the impulse to break free from whatever holds you back.
Working with Carla Dauden was an absolute dream. She was able to bring out performances and choreograph shots to make a video that perfectly captures the soul of my song: the dreamy, exhilarating feeling of freedom that Summer brings.”
Speaking on the video, director Carla Dauden continued:
“This was such a special project in so many ways. At one point, as we were rolling on an empty PCH during an epic sunset. Nina was nailing the performance, the camera was just where it had to be, and the world felt a bit surreal. I looked at the crew and you could just sense the thrill all around. It was such a high, such a beautiful shoot in so many ways.
The visuals of a song don’t always come easy, but with this one it was crystal clear to me. Such a joy to get to work with a talent like Nina. The technical aspects were pretty challenging, but that was also what made it all so fun.”
