Dan Bell CUTTING/ROOM/FLOOR Ep. #7 : NEON DREAMS ABANDONED MALL

[@judys9536]

"500 lb sack of garbage walked in the door sweating like a wet mop eating a vegetable sub day dreaming of when he can finally move quick enough to grab a child" made me laugh so hard omg

[@CJ-jh9ri]

I don't know how I missed this comment last time I watched this but I was seriously howling laughing. I'm sure the people on my floor were like who's that lunatic laughing right now?

[@judys9536]

+Chris Cancelliere dude that was prob my favorite thing i ever heard dan say in one of his videos.

[@CJ-jh9ri]

+Ratail S He's actually really funny.

[@judys9536]

+Chris Cancelliere yeah he is. love his videos

[@CJ-jh9ri]

+Ratail S Same, I look for them every week!

[@wdavem]

The extra loud buzz of the fluorescent lights that have damaged transformers always adds a scary edge; makes you think they might short out with a loud bang or catch fire at any time.

[@kalilawatson5094]

You really make me appreciate malls more. Just today I went to visit my local mall , not to shop but to just observe. It makes me think of the life span it has left. I really hope its in no danger of closing because it has been around for a long time. Two of the anchor stores have closed down here as well, A Sears and Dillard's. I saw other small stores that have closed down as well. if it does close down ill be sure to let you know. Keep being awesome Dan Bell, love your photography, film and commentary.

[@heliumhunterr]

Kalila Watson, how is it today? I’m intrigued since this comment is now 3 years old.

[@chadmiller7876]

Me to, I know its been 4 years but if you ever see this please let us know if its still surviving !! Im curious

[@DannyBlackstock.]

At 9:30 is the old RadioShack I managed until it closed in 2013. I wish you would of saw the steps to the left as you entered the back room. It was the "storage attic" , and a cool place to Check out.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Danny Blackstock That’s so cool, Danny. Crazy to see it now, right?

[@dylancharpentier1593]

Woah! I currently manage a RadioShack and saw that part of the video and it definitely made me pause and rewind it to confirm what I was seeing. Thanks for confirming my thoughts!

[@DannyBlackstock.]

For the most part. Mostly prepaid for illegal immigrants with no I. D.'s

[@azmillion]

I picture "sailing" playing in there in the early 80s. Love this one Dan but I and my family love them all. We enjoy catching you on Periscope as well. Forget all the haters your work speaks for itself. Love the cutting room series as well. What you are doing is very important in capturing history and will only continue to be more important as time rolls on.

[@wise_guy_reviews]

Hey Dan was that you singing or was it dubbed on, only joking keep up the great vids. We need more. UK here.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+xian1773 I was lip synching. lollll

[@ExplorationUnknown]

I dont know if someone is with you or not. However in the final scene it really looks like a person moving in the shadows. Great video reguardless.

[@Larose94]

yup, i saw it. 22:29 at the very end

[@horusxgergorio]

That is creepy. He does say 'we got in' around the 4m mark so it's all good. I wouldn't want to be walking around places like this alone...

[@miketpi2]

Dan Bell sings the hits...got your next series already set up..great vid..keep up the good work

[@xXGunther627Xx]

I'm beginning to believe the sound effect pandering has to do with the fact that so many of your videos include sound effects here and there, While there is obviously nothing wrong with that, They're now questioning whether or not the effect was from within the building/location itself or added in post .. I think that can be a reason as well as to why so many questions

[@southsydesasha3125]

xXGunther627Xx pandering means pimping 🤓

[@GaruruTheWolf]

I really loved the abandoned theater with the lights on the floor. It reminded me of an airport runway at night.

[@robertbard3165]

I love the emotional roller coaster ride these vids create, The physical evidence of past life, yet a feeling that somehow no one was ever there.

[@difreighterwatcher8603]

touchy touchy touchy ...lol dude eat a snicker bar! love your videos sound effects or not really enjoy your channel.

[@dougreedy7295]

Oh, Dan Bell, don't be upset by people. You are the best at what you do. Once again a very good video. So here is a complement as quick as the distractors. Thanks again, Wendy Busby.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Doug Reedy Thanks, Wendy!

[@jdwv2891]

This is the greatest collection of urban exploration at its finest. I am still baffled by the abandoned bowling alley with the power still on. Very intriguing material you've put together via KZbin.

[@LethaWolf30]

They probably keep the power on to keep scrappers from stealing the copper wiring

[@hudsonk1racer]

florescent lights, especially old and poorly maintained ones, make a godawful buzzing sound. if the bulb struggles to 'light', it's usually amplified, and you might hear a light 'tinking' sound like someone flicking the bulb if it's flickering between on and off. the cause is the ballast being shot to hell, definitely spooky, but completely common. most places in operation replace them every few years or so whenever that happens.

[@schillingism]

Dan, I get so pumped when I get off work in the morning and see you posted a new video. I personally love your commentary videos the most. I know every video means a lot to you, but do you have an all time favorite?

[@pollyfoofoo8703]

I rewatch your videos a lot, dan. I still laugh every time you sing those early 80s songs. Just perfect lol Thanks for all your work.

[@ChrisLynch-MrHumor]

I do love all your shows dan bell. I love the history of your dead malls, abandon places, dead motel, and another dirty room. YOU my friend you gained a huge fan.

[@michelledennissarah]

The sound-effect tirade was GOLD! I've been kind of touchy the last couple weeks? Dan I hope you do more commentaries when you're tired! 😁😁😁

[@jennawood8149]

I've never even given sound effects any thought. I just LOVE the videos.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Alexis Mason Which is what someone who just wants to enjoy the experience would do. Thanks!

[@ericschwarz5277]

I found your channel about a month ago... I watched all your videos within three days with my wife. We can't for the release of your videos. Thanks for doing this for all of us! Haha and your sound effect rant was awesome! Love your work!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Eric Schwarz Thanks so much, Eric!!

[@iLOVEsarrycrey]

the Jarod rant was the best part of this video.

[@onyourjackjones]

18:52

[@Hunter1104m]

Awesome video!! Enjoy listening to you sing. Thank you for a great video.

[@rachelpeters4947]

Now appearing each and every Monday night…Dan Bell sings the hits of the 80s…those hits, however, may or may not be riddled with punchy sound effects… Love what you do Dan! Always looking forward to your next mini-films!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Rachel Peters I couldn’t get booked in a parking lot.

[@mudwiser1391]

Hey Dan, I really enjoyed this commentary video,,, the original was great too. The mall videos always make me a little sad, how something that was so vital and full of life, has been snuffed out. The lonely wide corredores that were once brimming with activity now only habour echoes of the past. Not too long ago the Mall Santa was set up in the middle of the mall with a long line of overly exuberant kids waiting to give him their Christmas list. That very mall was the center of the universe for so many kids and adults alike and now?

[@SimoneFlen]

You amuse me greatly Dan - great sense of humour + lovely singing, haha!

[@leedraven20]

I love these cutting room floor vids

[@lindsaystern7812]

I loved when you sang "Just Once" and "Longer." I also think "Sailing" by Christopher Cross would have been right at home in this mall. I remember hearing "What Have I Done To Deserve This" by the Pet Shop Boys at the mall I went to with my mom as a really little kid. Gotta love those memories.

[@katiecope6897]

I love the commentary in this video. The singing made my day so much better. Thanks. 😆

[@realbeautifulbeauty1556]

so funny you sang the song from that old movie Last American Virgin, that movie was back before my time, but thank goodness for dvd's.. You sang it well Dan... Love you Dan!!

[@3enjoy3]

I've never posed a question about sound effects but have often wondered if you add any, particularly in the malls videos. In my opinion your productions are shot and edited extremely well, are very atmospheric and give a deep immersion experience to the viewer. To hear ambient sounds like background music, buzzing lights or dripping water is both fascinating and unexpected at the same time, perhaps because most of your followers haven't been in these abandoned places and so we expect them to be locked, dark and silent. Don't be too harsh on us for being curious. Love your channel Dan! :)

[@catzgurl1984]

19:15 "Sweating like a wet mop" LMFAO! That was a real laugh out loud moment for me. Best description ever. Thanks Dan, you made my day.

[@h888lucky]

I think the song Sara by Starship fits the 1980s vibe of the mall too

[@stacymcfarland7720]

This is seriously one of my favorite videos Dan. Great work. 👌🏼

[@swaptrickgaming]

Oh no! I'm new to these videos and I was a "Is that a sound effect" guy! lol, mainly because I was so curious as to whether some of these locations still had working sound etc, but since then I've realized the awesome effects, audio, and work that goes into these. It really helps build immersion and raises the entertainment value in addition to these wonderful forgotten venues. Can't wait for what's next!

[@mccoolkid1669]

You are awesome in this video,the singing,the grisley fisherman,lol made me smile,luv your humor!

[@SassyHooper]

lol you crack me up! I watch every urban exploration video I can find & you are the only person I like to hear talk. Love it!

[@celainegruver1049]

You are SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO FUNNY!!!! This is such a great CRF...you singing freely and then laughing at yourself was AWESOME.

[@celainegruver1049]

And who cares about sound effects!!!~ Ignore the questioners Dan. Your videos are amazing and dont change a thing!

[@meghanmurphy9122]

great video!!! As for sound, I appreciate it, and always enjoy your vids. Keep on keepin' on!

[@winterman63]

I have watched this a few times- just to re-listen. Makes me laugh every time. Thanks.

[@kokkonutfreaks]

I had a good laugh in this one Dan haha. Awesome video, can't wait for the next video. :)

[@catcrapinahat]

could not help but have a grin on my face through most of this video, mainly the singing parts. this is fucking great.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+catcrapinahat LOL

[@notsoseriousmoonlight]

A place between dimensions - yeah, I think you nailed that! I love both versions of this video! (I'm a person who watches the director's commentaries on movies!) I love the authenticity in this mall - the way things were just left as they were - it's like a trip through time, really. I wish I had that little half-mannequin wall display. I'd fix her up so pretty and make an awesome hanging decor piece!

[@veronny2756]

Music on point. Your videos are beyond other's. Becoming a highlight of my week!

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Veronny27 Thanks!

[@jqueen1380]

That note card was hilarious! I laughed out loud! Anyway, especially loved the blue swirling neon lights. Thanks for braving this explore and for all you do. Sounds like you need a hug and a long nap. 😉 Long John Silvers, Seafood Shop! 🎼

[@Njen9]

That singing part was hilarious. Great job on the two songs.

[@allisonmelo7709]

Just love your videos especially when you were singing those 80's tunes lol

[@alexandriamount3069]

I think your sound layer is spectacular, whether it is live or in post it's perfect in every way. I love these director's cut videos.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Alexandria Mount Thank you, Alexandria!

[@djeurosham]

A tale of two Jareds. My favorite commentary spans this entire video.

[@thatbeardedsoapguy5082]

Sound effects for days! LOL. I thoroughly enjoy your videos and the perspective you bring behind the closed doors.

[@megharoni]

I think the sound effect people just care about authenticity. If a light really made that flickering sound, it would be juuuust a little bit cooler. But I'm on your side, I appreciate the art for what it is. =)

[@tinarowena]

You definitely were punchy, Dan. Had me chuckling a lot in this one!! LOL

[@Axselcin]

Thanks for showing Dan all some videos love your singing lol

[@GabeHandle]

When you were singing... was that a sound effect? Jokes! I kid with you! Love your videos sir.

[@rufflarry]

love the videos and the tired tour guide lol,,be safe and keep it up,thanks for the videos

[@EniesLobby]

Makes me wonder how much longer my local malls have. Your videos give me a really weird feeling - sad, nostalgic, creeped out, in awe...and this is one of my favorites.

[@timmayguy94]

Your laugh kills me haha Love it

[@22408aaron]

I am glad you got this video as well as probably most other people here. They are getting very close to demolishing it. The fact that the HVAC system was changed was because the demolition required it. I hope I can at least get a chance to see the outside of it without it being behind a temporary demolition fence but I don't know.

[@rubymoon9321]

Loved your funny commentary! Lol great video as usual!

[@battybethc]

This Mall was probably very beautiful back in the Days when it was full of Life and thriving! Too bad these Malls have to die out! I love your Cutting Room Floor Series on The Dead Mall Series (which I love as well)! Keep up the good Work Dan Bell! Thankyou for the great Videos!

[@NenkotaMoon]

Beth Cialek It never really was, maybe for a year or two. The Golden Mile, as the area was called in the day (Mall name was Fredericktowne), was doomed from the get go. It's death was assured with Francis Scott Key mall doing well.

[@askquestionsplz]

i love the vibe of all of your videos! thanks for sharing!! If you are ever in Canada looking to do this, you've got someone who interested! lol

[@jdestef]

When you said "I wish I had a horn or something...", I thought you were going to say "let me go find a horn sound effect" lol.

[@lesnyk255]

I guess I'm one of those who's commented more than once on your audio design. I hope I'm not one of those who's pissed you off, but if I am, please accept my apology. It's just that I find the craft of your work nearly as interesting as the content, and admire the attention you pay to a film's component most people are only dimly aware of. I'll tread a little more lightly from now on.

[@ThisisDanBell]

I should of clarified this. I'm not really referring to people with legitimate audio questions. Instead I'm referring to those who think the audio is being used to trick them or something so they start trashing the videos. I'm not going to waste my time with those people anymore.

[@lesnyk255]

+This is Dan Bell. Ahh, the foley nazis - better not let on if you adjust contrast or color balance, they'll have your head on a pike. Ever notice that their own channels are often devoid of any original content at all? "Those who can - DO. Those who can't - criticize those who can."

[@draykedudzic8604]

This is Dan Bell. What mall was this filmed in

[@RokaSoka]

Well alot of people like the technical side of videos, this is why behind the scenes are popular on DVDs and Blue Rays.

[@HistoryHappens]

You were all over the place with this one! Definitely needed sleep and a snickers! Lol!

[@marktubeie07]

This was fantastic Dan, hilarious, in such a good way! Fogelburg rules for you! I used to sing "Longer than - stronger than - thinner than - dumber than, hilarious!

[@sprkl5d]

Love this commentary. Lol..you crack me up Dan! Honestly,,love how candid you are. Ty for sharing!! 😂👍

[@Denise4ever]

I wish you would just sing for us the entire video for sounds effects. You made me lol. I needed that. Haha

[@ItsaRomethingeveryday]

Just wanted to let ya know, we really like your vids,Big thumbs up!!!

[@DavidWillanski]

Dan, you're on my list of people to support on Pateron when I find work. Keep it up!

[@insomniac2233]

This is Dan Bell I remember one Long John Silvers jingle as "at-Long-John-silverrrs-seafood shop!!!" If I hear come sail away by Styx,I think of ljs. Back in the 70's it was a pirate theme with non PC "peglegs"(wing drumsticks)on the menu. Anyway though,your deadmall videos are the best!!! I'm from the 80's mall craze,so it's nostalgic,but the vaporwave seems to add an element of sarcasm,or humor that REALLLY does have a calming effect. Please continue what you do,it's perfect! Thanks

[@magenheather9255]

love all your videos! your hilarious Dan!

[@InFiniTosEntertainment]

Personally I really like the effects and extra touches you add. Doesn't matter exactly how it works or how "genuine" they are, it really adds to the mood and gives your urbex videos a uniquely produced touch, which I really admire as a beginner filmmaker myself. :) Will you answer questions about video quality and how you get your shots, what cameras you use, stuff like that? :)

[@WayneDaltonCGI]

Keep up the great work Dan "try & get some sleep" 😆

[@CaraWeston]

I'm always impressed by the sound quality of your videos. I love how you damp the volume of the music and add a filter (my brain isn't working so I can't think of the name of it) as you cut to a new shot. Beautiful little touch.

[@awesomepossum5014]

Your videos are an underrated art and I love them because I would not have the balls to investigate these places by myself

[@blueeden8063]

🎼I DID MY BEST, BUT I GUESS MY BEST WASN'T GOOOOD ENOUGH, CAUSE HERE WE ARE BACK WHERE WE WERE BEFORE.🎼 😂😂😂😂😂 Awwe Dan, now that is classic.. 😂😂😂😂 omg and I can imagine you relating to that first verse on some of your adventures!!! Loved this video.

[@sarahkelly5254]

I really enjoy all your videos!

[@mickeyp6371]

Im a big fan love all you're videos there you're works of art who cares what sounds effects are there and aren't there im here for Dan Bell and his works of art This is Dan Bell Rocks keep up all tge great videos

[@mcearl8073]

Maybe a bit touchy but I don't know the whole story and how the "sound effect detectives" we're asking because you're right, there's a lot of cynical dicks on KZbin. I love the sound effects in your videos but this video in particular I did wonder if the buzzing was real or added in post, it wasn't that I was questioning the art so to speak, just curious as to the mechanics behind what goes on in an abandoned mall I guess. I also wondered if you turned the lights on or some of the lights on. Any way, great video as always, I liked this one a lot. It is sad to see so much stuff in there going to waste really, I'd love to have that wrap around counter, I could use that in my shop.

[@mcearl8073]

+Nathan Jacobson yea definitely. Because its part art and part experiencing the location as it is thru the videos. I really like these cutting room floor videos as well with the commentary.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+billy mccabe I get your point but what I’m seeing a lot of people using the sound as an excuse to criticize the videos. When someone who knows nothing about filmmaking or what it takes to produce compelling material begins to question my abilities in post, I’m not interested in acknowledging them. This whole thing is about haters and not about people with legitimate inquiries.

[@mcearl8073]

+This is Dan Bell. Yea I figured it had to be more than people just being curious. Unfortunately KZbin comments are filled with an unfortunate amount of assholes who think they know more than they do.

[@wedin1051919]

That was a funny commentary... You singing James Ingram was hilarious!

[@skrom1980]

Great video! I was laughing the whole time lol.

[@Suko120]

14:58 I think this is one of my favourit shots in this video. Because of that big, dark area with that weird light coming out of the room next to it, lighting up that other door a bit that leats to dark hallway. It looks so creepy and a bit sureal, you know. Really well done!

[@realamazingworld6756]

Maybe Dan the subscribers wanted to know why and how the music was still playing in the background in an abandoned mall.

[@Seargent363]

It was edited in.

[@canton207]

Love this video GOOD WORK 👍👍

[@redbeardsbirds3747]

well Dan..this particular abandoned mall video really touched on my heart strings because it reminds me of our beloved (alive) mall here in Birmingham,Alabama called "Brookwood Mall" and even though it's been somewhat refurbished over the years I still remember how it was in the late 70's through the mid 90's...I miss the way it was! :( I remember our family going to eat at a Mexican restaurant called " El Chico's" and after we ate I begged my parents to take me to the toy store...but dad always made us go to the bookstore first...I usually always bought my favorite comic books there...oh what memories! The "vaporwave" really adds a mood I can't put my finger on...a mixture of calmness and depression of times gone by...I love it ! If your ever in Birmingham please stop by our mall...I hope it's not losing business in these days...It's been about a year since I was there! Keep up the quality work of art man! :)

[@shawn4820]

This is easily your funniest CRF. You're just about delusional, singing jingles, talking to yourself.

[@brandonhennessy4009]

awesome video man! great commentary much love from Vancouver Canada eh

[@ajs715666]

I love fro knows photos, also, the Jared jokes were hilarious!

[@adamrichardson9019]

Sound effects or not, your videos are awesome Dan. I think when you do use sound effects it is most appropriate to setting the scene for the viewer. Keep up the good work.

[@ThisisDanBell]

+Adam Richardson Thanks, Adam!

[@scottybehm1555]

This is Dan Bell. lol

[@jessicashea3400]

Dan, Dan the Foley artist lol. The reason people ask you all of those questions is because lot a of people get into that stuff, like Trekies. When you get a DVD sometimes you get an extra video, sort of like you're commentarys. They discuss how they do certain scenes, and also how and what they used to make sounds for the movie. it's iust there thing I guess. I loved the video. I enjoyed singing with you. LOL

[@GrandPunkTrainwreck]

That was definitely the Long John Silver's jingle and likely that was a Hardee's, but probably started out as a Roy Roger's. Those were prominent in malls in the 70's and 80's until Hardee's bought them out (early 90's maybe?). Another great vid, BTW. I always get the best of KZbin when I watch your channel. :)

[@edmulhall887]

In the state this mall is in Roy Rogers still exists and never got bought by Hardees. This store was neither a Hardees or a Roy's.

[@Cherokeldylvsbrk]

Love your videos!

[@MarkShannonroad_videos]

So you sweetened^ the audio. I think it adds to the video quite nicely. Enjoyed the commentary for the video. Laughed at the old flip phone poster, had one years ago. That was a nice phone. All that beautiful neon reminds me of my youth. Use to be everywhere in the 80's. Long John Silver's food never really struck a cord with me. It seems very greasy and not terribly tasty. Haven't eaten there in years. *Enhancing the original audio track to draw focus to a particular subject in the video commonly used in comedy to "fill in" laughter from the studio audience, or in this case enhancing the popping and buzzing from the failing fluorescent tubes. And yes, they do make that noise when the tubes and/or ballast fails.

[@the_real_foamidable]

This is really a great Video. Must be one of my favorites. And for a guy that is crawling through "hunted" houses all the time you really a puss when it comes to this sound effects thing. I'm as much interested in the process of making this videos as in the videos itself. Thats why I like the cutting room videos so much.

[@Hackneybird]

Dan you crack me up 😂 Thank you for the update with commentary - frankly I was a little freaked out with the original as it was so atmospheric ! Really had me in the zone ! I had to watch it in stages , lol ! Anyhooo, you never fail to deliver the goods , even when rambling I just love what you have to say and how you say it . This mall is just fantastic , like a well preserved childhood dream time machine . You're a lucky man to have experienced it and we are lucky viewers to have you produce such great videos for us to watch . ( I'm turning into Kathy Bates ! I'll be calling myself ' your number one fan , Dan ' if I carry on 😂)

[@Sarahrawksyou]

I'm here for Dan singing 80s and the Jared rant 😂😂😂

[@_ctg1_]

OMG! I need more of your singing!!!!

[@bmstylee]

why does every dead mall have random chairs?

[@Jennamix2012]

Wow totally remember the old Subway decor! Miss that stuff.