The Israelites
- Brand:
- Maxell
- Agency:
- Howell Henry Chaldecott Lury London
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Timeless principle
Let the misunderstanding demonstrate the benefit.
The idea
Mishear the lyrics of ‘Israelites’ on screen to prove how clearly Maxell tape reproduces sound.
Why it works
The surreal captions make a familiar song newly funny while forcing the audience to listen closely. Maxell turns audio fidelity into a participatory joke rather than a technical specification. The execution is inseparable from the medium being sold.
