Brian Eno to release a new album
Brian Eno has a new album on the way.
We don’t have much in the way of details yet – but there’s a post up about it on guitarist/composer Leo Abraham’s site:
Lastly, there’s an album out soon by Brian Eno, with myself and Jon Hopkins. It will be on Warp. It contains the fruits of several years of jams between the 3 of us.
I’ve not heard anything quite like it – it sounds ‘live’ and ‘alien’ at the same time. Some things have been permitted to survive which only Brian would have had the courage to let go, and it’s so much the better for it.
In the studio with Riceboy Sleeps
Interviews with Jónsi and Alex about their album Riceboy Sleeps and each song. Features audio/video clips by Jónsi & Alex.
Cool demo of the iElectribe from KORG
Genobazz, a freeware monophonic bass synthesizer
Tek’it Audio has released version 1.2 of Genobazz, a freeware monophonic bass synthesizer plug-in for Windows.
Genobazz 1.2 has some bugs fixed and many new features, like a new high-pass filter with a slope of 12dB/oct , the “Sub boost” to give punch to your sound when is needed, “Randomize” and “Reset” knobs on the new “Patch Edit” screen, reset the knobs on initial patch value simply by double-clicking on it, some SSE optimizations, an improved user interface and many more improvements.
Changes in Genobazz v1.2
- 12dB/oct high-pass filter added.
- Sub-boost added.
- Pitch pop-up issues fixed.
- Patch manager pop-up on the “Patch Edit” screen added.
- Clickable zone on “waveform” are now larger.
- “3D style” knobs and other improvements on the GUI.
- New system for knob parameters , lighter on CPU.
- Knob can be reset to patch value on double-click.
- Randomize and Reset All knobs added.
- Some SSE optimizations added.
- Patch instruments and Banks from previous version are no longer compatible.
- Revised user manual.
Genobazz is available to download as a freeware VST instrument for Windows PC.
More information: Tek’it Audio / Genobazz
Komplete 7 really looks impressive
Native Instruments has introduced Komplete 7, an expanded version of its complete software bundle.
Komplete 7 now combines 24 instruments and effects – including five entirely new products – with over 10,000 sounds and 90 GByte of samples, resulting in a comprehensive suite with unparalleled versatility for music production and performance.
Komplete 7 will be available in September 2010 for a suggested retail price of $559 USD / 499 EUR. An update for owners of Komplete 2/3/4/5/6 will be available for $229 USD / 199 EUR.
Details below.
Native Instruments Komplete 7
KOMPLETE 7 includes the latest versions of Native Instruments’ acclaimed full-featured instruments and effects, ranging from ABSYNTH 5, BATTERY 3.1, FM8, GUITAR RIG 4.1, KONTAKT 4.1 and MASSIVE to the upcoming REAKTOR 5.5. As the next generation of the legendary modular synthesis studio, the new REAKTOR version adds powerful modal and additive synthesis, a revised user interface, the unique “Lazerbass” synthesizer and many enhancements for both instrument builders and musicians.
KOMPLETE 7 also integrates a wealth of instruments and effects based on KONTAKT, KORE, REAKTOR and GUITAR RIG. Products added to the bundle include the acclaimed ABBEY ROAD 60s DRUMS vintage drum library, the radical performance effect THE FINGER by Tim Exile, the sampled electric bass SCARBEE MM-BASS and all four electric pianos from the SCARBEE VINTAGE KEYS series by sampling mastermind Thomas Scarbee, all four acoustic pianos of the CLASSIC PIANO COLLECTION, the cinematic ACOUSTIC REFRACTIONS instrument and the distinctive REAKTOR SPARK synthesizer.
KOMPLETE 7 also incorporates five completely new products that further expand the creative potential of the bundle: The powerful studio reverb REFLEKTOR with its advanced zero-latency convolution engine; the highly expressive REAKTOR PRISM modal synthesizer designed by NI founder Stephan Schmitt; the performance effects suite TRAKTOR’S 12, derived from Native Instruments’ leading DJ software; the new VINTAGE ORGANS instrument with its comprehensive arsenal of painstakingly sampled electromagnetic organs; and the new RAMMFIRE amp emulation that was developed in close collaboration with one of Rammstein’s guitarists, Richard Z. Kruspe.
Every copy of KOMPLETE 7 also includes an NI Online Shop voucher worth $60 / 50 EUR, valid towards any product from the KOMPLETE Instruments and Effects range that is not included in the bundle.
I make sound
The SuONOIO Synthesizer
The SuONOIO is portable ,thanks to its battery powered operation and built-in speaker. In addition to the immediate feedback of the built-in speaker, SuONOIO features a 1/4″ output that makes it easy to be integrated with your favorite pedals, processors, amplifiers and more.
“Multiple SuONOIOs can be patched together if you decide to become a shut in or a professional concert SuONOIO-ist,” notes Cortini.
Main Features:
- 2 Sample Players with access to Sample Banks and Pitch Control
- 16 Point Patchable System For Routing Simple to Complex Signal Chains
- Internal Delay Effect
- 6 Knobs for Ultimate Tweaking Pleasure
- Mini Patch Cords
- 1/4″ Output
- Integrated Speaker
- Battery Operated
- Multiple SuONOIO Compatibility
The SuONOIO is included as the top-of-the-line option for purchasing Cortini’s new album, SONOIO.
The SuONOIO utilizes sounds found on Cortini’s SONOIO album and allows you to reshape them into new sounds, rhythms, textures and drones.
Plektron unveils WTComp
Plektron unveils WTComp, a FREE analogue tube compressor VSTeffect for Windows.
It’s based on the parallel compression’s technique that maximize the output signal rather than destroy the sound’s dynamic. The tube simulation makes the sound warm and load without distortion.
“WTComp is an analogue tube compressor.
It distinguish itself from a common compressor due to its simple use. The only thing you have to do is just to set the warm-level (compression) instead of going crazy with dozen of parameters! The internal structure is very advanced, including an intelligent audio-clip system. Ideal for mastering and single tracks, but most importantly it is FREEWARE.” Plektron
Tokyo blip festival fast approaching
Blip Festival Tokyo is approaching! There is just over a month left until a seething mass of low-bit maniacs converges upon Koenji High in Tokyo, Japan to party for two days. The festival website has just been updated with additional information, including the performance schedule and ticket availability. Book your flights, prepare for ultimate victory.
Featuring performances by: 8GB, A.M.U, Bit Shifter, Goto80, Hally, Hip Tanaka. Ex, little-scale, M7Kenji, NO CARRIER, Nullsleep, Portalenz, Quarta330, Raquel Meyers, Sabrepulse, Saitone, Starpause, Stu, Trash80, and YMCK!
Visit http://tokyo.blipfestival.org for more details
Designing sound for Star Wars
You can see three great minutes of sound designer master Ben Burtt showcasing some of the source material he used the layering of a sound for Star Wars. The video is a part of a rare documentary about John Williams and the music of Star Wars published between 1989-1990.
This is part 3 of a rare documentary made juring the Making of the Empire Strikes Back between 1979-1980. If you consider this the best of the Star Wars films and love the score then this is the holy Grail of documentaries.
Mysterious Hurt with new release
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kuwdw7KmGwA
Who is Hurt by the way?
Composed of singer Theo Hutchcraft and synthesizer player Adam Anderson – both of whom used to be in the bands Bureau and Daggers – they made their first forray into notoriety in July 2009 when they got featured as “Band of the Day” on Guardian.co.uk. They also finished in fourth position in the BBC Sound of 2010 poll.
From then on things kept going well. The band’s debut single “Wonderful Life” was released in early 2010 including a remix by Arthur Baker. At the same time they aslo played their first ever live shows. “Better Than Love” was the second single and was released as a Digital Download on 23 May 2010 with the CD release the following day.
Their first album called “Happiness” will now be released on August 27, 2010. You can expect pop rock with a huge load of eighties influences. Add to that the rather Teutonic looks of both members and you have a nice recipe for success. Without any doubt the Sony answer to the success of The Editors and Interpol.
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