Released in 2000 as the debut single from the album L.D. 50 , "Dig" by Mudvayne became an era-defining moment for nu-metal. The music video is famous for its hyper-kinetic energy, vibrant colors, and the band's distinctive "alien" makeup. 🎬 Production & Visual Style
Directed by Thomas Mignone, who also worked with Slipknot and System of a Down.
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"Dig" won the first-ever, fan-voted MTV2 Award at the 2001 VMAs, beating out mainstream acts like Gorillaz and Alicia Keys.
The single helped the album reach Platinum status , peaking at #1 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart. Released in 2000 as the debut single from the album L
Drummer Matt McDonough reportedly bruised his hands so badly from hitting the hi-hats that they turned purple during the 10+ hour shoot. 🏆 Accolades & Impact
"Brbr Deng" is the onomatopoeia for bassist Ryan Martinie’s aggressive slapping and popping intro riff. 🎬 Production & Visual Style Directed by Thomas
Lyrics address the "dark side" of the music industry and a refusal to compromise personal identity for fame. 🎸 The "Brbr Deng" Meme