The New York Times Preview of Kanye West’s "Power" Music Video

In the recent “ArtsBeat” column of the New York Times, they provided an in-depth review on Kanye’s upcoming, much-speculated music video for his moving single, “Power.” Below is some insight on what to expect, and from the sounds of it, Ye’s visual interpretation of the song appears to be “‘Apocalyptic”

In a coming video for his single “Power” that was created by the artist Marco Brambilla, Mr. West is seen standing imposingly with a heavy chain around his neck. As Mr. West raps, the camera slowly zooms out in one continuous, unedited take to reveal him in a classical structure, surrounded by female attendants who are partly or entirely nude; some kneel before him on all fours, others wear devil horns and still others are suspended upside down from the ceiling. The Sword of Damocles hangs precariously over Mr. West’s head, and behind him an unseen executioner is preparing to strike him with a blade. (ArtsBeat was allowed to watch a portion of this video but was not permitted to post it.)

Source: NY Times