Jokers of the Scene, 'Black Mountie' Video -- Cruising L.A. in Search of a Lost Cat

Posted on Feb 16th 2012 11:00AM by Theo Spielberg
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Courtesy Jokers of the Scene

Canadian electronic duo Jokers of the Scene have recently made a name for themselves remixing witch-house band Salem. The result of that partnership is readily apparent on 'Black Mountie,' which is not afraid to let a substantial amount of darkness seep into the track.

"The video came about during a dark and rainy night in L.A. as the dystopian side of Los Angeles played the perfect backdrop to the search for our lost cat," DJ Booth tells Spinner. "The dream-like state pays homage to the old Canadian late-night television series 'Night Drive' and the grindhouse road films of the '70s."

The clip also shares aesthetic affinity with last year's indie hit 'Drive.' In the Super-8 style video, which was written by Jokers of the Scene in collaboration with Mike H, the pair spend a night cruising through Los Angeles' neon desert in search for their forgotten feline. Spoiler alert: It doesn't end so well. We are still trying to figure out why this video is called 'Black Mountie,' as it is not in Canada, there are no mounted Canadian policemen, and there aren't even any horses. But oh well, we like it anyway. Check it out below.

Watch the 'Black Mountie' Video

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