Synopsis
Lurch & Chief perform "We Are The Same" while moving through Melbourne in a loose, communal procession. The band members stroll through urban surroundings as musicians and companions gather around them, giving the video the feel of a spontaneous street parade rather than a conventional staged performance. Its relaxed movement and outdoor setting match the song's buoyant, repetitive energy, while the growing presence of the group reinforces the track's theme of connection and shared identity.
Factoids & Trivia
- "We Are The Same" was released as part of Lurch & Chief's second EP, "Wiped Out."
- The video was produced by Australian production company DPI.
- Gerard Warrener handled cinematography, while Craig Smith worked as first assistant director, editor and visual-effects artist.
- The production thanked both the City of Melbourne and Metro Trains, pointing to the video's strong connection with the band's home city and its public spaces.
- The camera format listed for the production was the Sony FS700.
- The song was recognized in the triple j listener countdown of the top 200 songs of 2013.
- The official video was published online in August 2013, shortly after the EP's release.