Songs In The Canyon: The Movie

The Premise
Songs in the Canyon: The Movie, stars real Costa Mesa musicians playing fictionalized versions of themselves in a larger than life quest to play at the festival. This film will showcase these artists and personalities within the real life settings and venues in which they play.

Logline

When the famed local music festival makes a surprise return, one reluctant drummer sees his shot to make it big. Will he take his band out of town, or will he lose himself in the chase?

The Story

The legendary local music festival Songs in the Canyon is returning after a four-year hiatus, promising a chance for one local band to break into stardom. Ryan, a 28-year-old drifter who gave up drumming as a child, sees his chance to pursue drumming once more against his parents’ will. Meanwhile, his best friend Jacob’s band finds themselves in need of a good drummer in order to have a shot. Ryan joins Scarlet Bloom.  As the band scrambles to prepare for the festival, tensions brew within the group. Ryan’s new found ambition and perfectionism clash with Jacob’s easy going and optimistic leadership. Meanwhile, Ryan’s growing romance with Violette, a soulful and self-doubting singer, forces him to confront his own insecurities.  As Scarlet Bloom takes the stage at Songs in the Canyon, Ryan’s journey to find purpose culminates in a performance that proves Costa Mesa’s music scene still holds room for under dogs and dreamers.

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