Sometimes music videos are just a song put to visuals, but sometimes, like in the case of The Clamor’s “Staircase Stomp,” they go hand in hand with understanding the meaning and purpose of the song. Led by Aaron Louis, the New York City band has reached back in the past for some inspiration for the video, a stop-motion story of internal strife. The song focuses on the allure of self-destructive behaviour caused by a sense of emptiness. Unmet desires in life can lead to internal rebellion and a journey seeking out comfort and connection. Ultimately, “Staircase Stomp” is a call to reconsider these dark tendencies and question your own rebellious, negative thoughts. Commenting on the video, Aaron Louis states: “The ‘Staircase Stomp’ music video brings together the meticulous stop-motion artis...