AKQA created 'Don't Look Away' for Tidal, an interactive music video featuring Usher’s song 'Chains' that uses facial recognition technology to ensure viewers stay engaged. The video stops if the viewer looks away, forcing audiences to confront the issue of racial injustice and violence against unarmed civilians. The campaign generated massive global attention and sparked conversations about social responsibility in media.
Buck partnered with TIDAL to create a bold, dynamic brand awareness campaign that reintroduced the platform to music lovers worldwide. The work celebrated both artists and fans through a refreshed visual language, simplified messaging, and over 800 assets deployed across 18 global markets.
The Brand Identity interviews Toronto-based motion studio Vucko about the growing importance of motion in branding. Founders Andrew Vucko, Cassandra Wesenhagen, and John Szebegyinszki discuss how motion has evolved from a deliverable to a core brand expression, sharing insights from projects with Google Cloud, Spotify, and Tidal. They emphasize integrating motion early in the design process to create cohesive, scalable brand systems.