Did Michael Jackson’s ‘Beat It’ Copy A Synth Demo Record?
“It doesn’t matter who’s wrong or right…”… Read More Did Michael Jackson’s ‘Beat It’ Copy A Synth Demo Record?
Tag: history of electronic music
New Music From Mort Garson, ‘Zoos of the World’
Garson’s new album, Journey to the Moon and Beyond, features a variety of tracks, many of which have been unavailable for five decades.… Read More New Music From Mort Garson, ‘Zoos of the World’
Roland’s Forgotten Touchpad Computer Music System From The ’80s
The Roland Computer Music modules are a range of devices from the ’80s, designed for use with any computer that can be fitted with a MIDI port.… Read More Roland’s Forgotten Touchpad Computer Music System From The ’80s
The Story Of The Giant Korg MS-20 Synthesizer
It’s like a standard MS-20, except that it’s ridiculously huge.… Read More The Story Of The Giant Korg MS-20 Synthesizer
An Interview With Pioneering Synthesist & Soundscape Ecologist Bernie Krause
Moog has released the second in its Giants documentary series, which features pioneering synthesists sharing their stories of the early days of synthesizers.… Read More An Interview With Pioneering Synthesist & Soundscape Ecologist Bernie Krause
‘Switched On: Bob Moog and the Synthesizer Revolution’ Now Available As Audiobook, MP3 & CDs
The audio version, narrated by Jonathan Yen, clocks in at 21 hrs and 31 min. … Read More ‘Switched On: Bob Moog and the Synthesizer Revolution’ Now Available As Audiobook, MP3 & CDs
The BBC Radiophonic Workshop, In 1969, Answers The Question “What Is Electronic Music?”
In this recently shared BBC Archive footage, the Radiophonic Workshop answers the question, “What is electronic music?”… Read More The BBC Radiophonic Workshop, In 1969, Answers The Question “What Is Electronic Music?”
Lippold Haken Electronic Music Synthesis Lectures (ECE 402)
The goals of the course are to provide a familiarity with current methods of electronic/computer music synthesis and their theory of operation and design.… Read More Lippold Haken Electronic Music Synthesis Lectures (ECE 402)
The ARP Odyssey 50th Anniversary
The video is part ARP Odyssey history, part tech-talk and lots of audio demonstrations of the classic synth design.… Read More The ARP Odyssey 50th Anniversary
‘Lost’ ARP Demo From 1973
Here’s a vintage demonstration of several ARP synths, including the Pro-Soloist, 2600 & Odyssey.… Read More ‘Lost’ ARP Demo From 1973
