Rumors of the demise of the music video have been greatly exaggerated. While MTV has mostly opted out of airing the mini-movies, the Internet has brought music videos roaring back into both popularity and importance. In the YouTube age, all a band needs to make an effective video is a good idea, eye-catching visuals and the ambition to pull it off.
In the great tradition of year-end lists, we’ve collected the best combinations of song and sight pleasure. Whether they’ve stirred up conversation, controversy or copycats, each of these music videos has left a lasting impression. So get comfortable in your cubicle and prepare to lower your day’s productivity by watching the 9 best videos of 2012…