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Category: Interviews

Vangelis On The Double-Edged Sword Of Success

From Vangelis, achieving mainstream success was necessary to be able to have the tools of his trade – a recording studio of his own, and state of the art gear.… Read More Vangelis On The Double-Edged Sword Of Success

May 21, 2022May 22, 20229 Comments

Art + Music + Technology Podcast Ends After 9 Years & 380 Interviews

After 9 years and 380 interviews – with musicians, artists, synth designers and developers – the Art + Music + Technology podcast is ending.… Read More Art + Music + Technology Podcast Ends After 9 Years & 380 Interviews

May 20, 2022May 20, 20228 Comments

Suzanne Ciani On Music Synthesis With Buchla Modular Systems

In this interview, Ciani discusses her current Buchla system, some of the pros and cons of 200e modules vs the original 200 series modules, how she uses iPads and Eventide H9s in her performances, the importance of quadraphonic sounds and more. … Read More Suzanne Ciani On Music Synthesis With Buchla Modular Systems

March 11, 20229 Comments

New Interview With Steve Porcaro Of Toto

Porcaro discusses his work in the early days of studio gigs with synths, the struggles of working with 70s gear, his work with Toto and more.… Read More New Interview With Steve Porcaro Of Toto

November 4, 20214 Comments

Inside Robert Rich’s Soundscape Studio

This two-hour workshop starts with a discussion about sound design, microtonality and composing, followed by a wide-ranging Q&A session.… Read More Inside Robert Rich’s Soundscape Studio

July 14, 20214 Comments

New Interview With Fatboy Slim

Norman Cook talks about his career, the legendary Big Beat Boutique, his love of retro tech and more.… Read More New Interview With Fatboy Slim

June 23, 2021June 23, 202112 Comments

The Story Of MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression)

The latest episode of the Gaz Williams show features an extended interview with polymath Geert Bevin, discussing the story of MPE.… Read More The Story Of MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression)

June 22, 20212 Comments

Alessandro Cortini Interview On The Art + Music + Technology Podcast

Synthesist Alessandro Cortini (NIN, Modwheelmood, Blindoldfreak) is featured in the latest interview of the Art + Music + Technology podcast.… Read More Alessandro Cortini Interview On The Art + Music + Technology Podcast

June 22, 202113 Comments

The History Of The Cat Synthesizer

The video features an overview of synth, plus an exclusive interview with the creator of The Cat, Carmine Bonanno.… Read More The History Of The Cat Synthesizer

May 8, 2021May 8, 20217 Comments

Pioneering Synthesist & Producer Malcolm Cecil Dead At 84

Pioneering synthesist, composer and producer Malcolm Cecil has died at the age of 84.… Read More Pioneering Synthesist & Producer Malcolm Cecil Dead At 84

March 28, 2021March 28, 202115 Comments

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