Pendulum - The Other Side Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who directed the music video for 'The Other Side' by Pendulum?

   The music video for 'The Other Side' was directed by Rob Chandler and produced by the motion design studio Bon-Bon. It primarily depicts a man traveling in an elevator, stopping at several locations.

2. When was 'The Other Side' music video released?

   The music video for 'The Other Side' was initially released exclusively through the BBC Radio 1 website on July 8, 2008. It was later uploaded to YouTube and various other websites for the band's Myspace page and official website.

3. How did Simon Reynolds of Digital Spy describe 'The Other Side'?

   Simon Reynolds of Digital Spy described 'The Other Side' as a continuation of Pendulum's switch to a more mainstream sound. He found the song too cluttered, noisy, and confused outside a dance floor context, calling it a 'boisterous, unwanted assault on the ear drums.'

4. What were some critical opinions on 'The Other Side'?

   The opinions on 'The Other Side' were mixed. Simon Reynolds criticized the cluttered sound, DJ Gregsta described it as an excellent vocal track, and Aidan Williamson found it quite odd but cleverly constructed, noting that it squandered the interesting intro with an unimposing midsection.

5. What thematic elements are present in 'The Other Side' music video?

   The music video features a man in an elevator with instances of Pendulum's logo and a holographic projection communicating lyrics to him. It also includes a UFO resembling the band's logo and has scenes reminiscent of the film '2001: A Space Odyssey.'

6. Who is the man featured in the music video for 'The Other Side'?

   The man featured in the music video for 'The Other Side' is Scott Ryan Vickers.