UPDATED MUSIC BRIEF — UK LOTTERY BRAND (2026 CAMPAIGN) Status: Revised direction — nostalgic dance no longer working WHAT WE NEED NOW We are shifting away from nostalgic dance vibes. The new direction is upbeat, mid–high tempo, contemporary soul + funk with a warm, modern feel. Think: Vulfpeck – Back Pocket Bruno Mars – 24K Magic (funk-lite energy, not full pop max) Tom Misch – It Runs Through Me / South of the River References Provided: (YouTube links from client) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RecY5iZn6B0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8A9wfSgmhw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwiinQPp3o4 Important: Avoid anything too “dancefloor,” EDM, or house-driven. CREATIVE NEEDS Overall Vibe Contemporary soul & funk Warm, human, feel-good Uplifting without being cheesy Energetic but smooth — doesn’t overpower the story Slight retro warmth is okay, but keep it modern and polished Mood & Emotion Joyful Carefree Euphoric/celebratory Togetherness, unity, connection Feel-good with emotional depth Builds momentum and excitement Tempo / Rhythm Mid to high tempo Toe-tapping groove Steady, confident rhythm Works for montage, movement, and people-focused visuals WHAT THE MUSIC SHOULD DO Bring warmth and humanity to the visuals Add lift and momentum without overshadowing the voiceover Evoke spontaneity, good vibes, optimism Support scenes of community, winning moments, and everyday joy USAGE NOTES Instrumental will likely be used (due to VO) Lyrics can be a bonus in the original version if aligned with themes: “together,” “us,” “we,” “today,” “this moment,” “feeling,” “celebrate.” Recognisable melodies are strongly preferred Covers are acceptable only if the core melody is instantly identifiable in the instrumental AUDIENCE UK audience, age 30–60 Music must feel familiar, accessible, and broadly appealing

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PROJECT TITLE: Rekindled for Christmas GENRE: Romantic Comedy (Hallmark-style Christmas RomCom) STATUS: PreProduction / Music prep for future continuation Previous film SYNOPSIS: Courtney finds herself trapped in a web of her own making after pretending to have a boyfriend to please her mother. A year later, the lie has snowballed, she’s even told her mom they’re engaged. With Christmas approaching, she’s terrified the truth will come out, so she brings home a pretend boyfriend for the holidays… who just happens to be her sister’s ex. Things get even more complicated when Courtney runs into her true love. As family secrets, fake relationships, and old sparks collide, the holiday turns into a heartfelt, funny, and emotional journey about honesty, love, and second chances. TONE & MOOD: Wholesome, lighthearted, and heartfelt Full of Christmas warmth, charm, and humor Emotional but uplifting — perfect for a cozy holiday audience MUSIC DIRECTION: Looking for songs and cues that support a Hallmark-style Christmas RomCom, music that feels cinematic, warm, and sincere with just the right balance of romance and holiday spirit. Musical Themes to Capture: Romantic & Emotional Moments: Soft acoustic pop, gentle piano ballads, or cinematic indie with heartfelt vocals. Comedic or Playful Scenes: Light, quirky cues with pizzicato strings, ukulele, or festive percussion. Family & Holiday Atmosphere: Cozy Christmas textures — bells, soft strings, acoustic guitars, and warm harmonies. End Scene / Resolution: Hopeful, uplifting pop or orchestral builds that feel like “love wins” under the Christmas lights. Example Keywords: Heartfelt • Romantic • Playful • Nostalgic • Magical • Hopeful • Wholesome • Cinematic TIMELINE: I will start Music listening session planned on 26th, this is very early notice so everyone has time to prepare. REFERENCES (attached separately): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX0A8zVl7p82B?si=1c9027ff179347bb

We’re locked in for our next Listening Session on Tuesday, December 2nd, and we’ve got a special guest joining us — Jared Oluwa! Jared is a seasoned music professional, sync licensing veteran, and educator with an impressive list of placements including KFC, Sistas, Facebook, The NFL, HBO, Desperate Housewives New York, Nickelodeon, The Gates, and more. Check out Jared’s major KFC ad placement here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT6TJxRXXdQ Also, my guy Mathew Steele of SteeleSync had such a blast at our first session that he’s hopping back in to co-host this one with me! We’re listening to music, dropping gems, and elevating the vibes. Our last session ran long, so let’s get the music in early. The tip/donation system worked great, so we’ll run it again:Send $20 to lock in a guaranteed slot, and your song will be played early in the order received. Submit your music or Disco links to:📧 [email protected](This is not the email connected to my Disco, so please send the actual link.) Donations:💸 Cash App: $joehitrecord🏦 Zelle: 239-822-2185 Let’s make this another fire session. 🔥🎶

Scene Description: A character is in their room getting ready to head out to a concert. Energy, excitement, attitude. Music Direction: Genre: 90’s Alt-Rock Vibe: Authentic to the era preferred, but modern tracks with a similar sound/feel are welcome (note in submission if not era-authentic) Vocals: Female Tempo: Up-tempo Content: If explicit, please include a clean version Reference Track: “Connection” — Elastica --- Technical Requirements: All submissions must include: High-quality Master WAV + MP3 Instrumental version A cappella version Confirmed writer/producer splits One-stop clearance (all collaborators must approve) No unauthorized samples No AI-generated music --- Representation & Terms: All music pitched through Hit Record Academy will be represented by Joseph Lopez / Mr. Hit Record Productions as the sync agent. Representation is non-exclusive Joseph/Mr. Hit Record takes 30% NET of any sync fee secured No ownership, no publishing share, and no back-end will be taken from any songwriter or producer Reference Track(s): "Connection” by Elastica https://youtu.be/ilKcXIFi-Rc?si=vtZiMtp_cNJHBE9c Submit tracks to: [email protected] Email Title: 90s rock --- Deadline: November 26, 2025 — 12:00 PM EST