New video from NOIR “My Dear”
NOIR Performing “My Dear” from their Metropolis Record debut e.p. “My Dear”
Full Length Album “Darkly Near” also available on Metropolis Records
http://metropolis-records.com/artist/…
https://facebook.com/NoirBand
Video shot & edited by VonEsper Studios
http://KevinFrancisRankin.com
Recording/Mastering at Mindswerve Studios, NYC
http://mindswerve.com
Chronicling the history of modular synths in Japan
Chronicling the history of modular synths in Japan from the 1970s to the new generation of Japanese modular synth enthusiasts, details below:
We’re a small team of passionate independent filmmakers producing a documentary about the current resurgence of interest in modular synthesizers in Japan, featuring interviews with some of the enthusiasts, manufacturers and artists in the growing scene, as well as some of the out-of-this-world sounds being produced in Japan right now.
Though not as immediately recognized as their Moog and Buchla cousins, large Japanese musical instrument manufacturers such as Roland and Korg produced their own unique takes on modular and semi-modular synthesizers back in the mid-to-late 1970s.
In addition to covering some of these influential synths from the past, we will be examining the relative disappearance of modular synthesizers in Japan after domestic production halted, and the corresponding blossoming of the DIY hardware/synth scene which continues to this day.
Lastly, we will be shining a spotlight on the growing modular synthesizer movement that is taking Japan by storm as access to both European and North American modules increases. We’re also looking to cover the exciting development of the first Japanese-manufactured commercial modular synthesizers in many decades. We’re looking to thoroughly document the 2014 Tokyo Festival of Modular, a two-day extravaganza with its finger on the pulse of the modular synthesizer scene.
Erasure’s new album and WW tour
Erasure have announced details of their brand new forthcoming album, “The Violet Flame“, out on September 23, 2014. Recorded in New York and London and produced by Richard X, “The Violet Flame” follows 2013’s “Snow Globe”, and is the band’s 16th studio album release. The first single from the 10-track album will be released in mid July.
The band is also prepping a world tour, beginning in Miami on September 12, and including a special Halloween show at The Palms in Las Vegas and two New Year’s Eve shows at New York’s Terminal 5 on December 30 and 31.
Tickets for ‘The Violet Flame’ tour are on sale from 30th May (UK & Europe) and 7th June (North America).
ALBUM PRE-ORDER + VIP CONCERT TICKETS ETC
http://www.pledgemusic.com/erasure (from 10am on May 28th)
CONCERT TICKETS
http://www.erasureinfo.com/concerts/
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Scape iPad by Brian Eno and Peter Chilvers – Sound check
This is a track that was made using the Scape iPad app by Brian Eno and Peter Chilvers. The track is made up of three recordings. The parameters were manipulated in real time during recording. The recordings were edited and manipulated in various ways for the sake of the composition. For example, some parts were slowed down, others were reversed. Some outboard effects were used in post production.
Zillion MIDI sequencer and Swynx sync box
Future Retro has announced the release of two new products, the Zillion and Swynx.
The Zillion is a single track algorithmic MIDI sequencer based on the principles of the Triadex Muse. While the Muse used counters and a shift register to generate more than a million musical melodies, the Zillion expands on these ideas to add more features and functionality, providing a zillion possibilities for you to discover.
There are 16 operating modes including: Playback, Tempo, Swing, Direction, Loop, Transpose, Scale, Scale Program, Melody, Rhythm, Velocity, Theme, Shift Register, MIDI OUT, MIDI IN, and Sync.
Many unique features not found in other sequencers.
The Zillion provides the ability to store all parameter settings of where you last were. You can also reset parameters to typical Triadex Muse settings as a quick way of starting new adventures.
This product comes with a universal power supply and can be used anywhere in the world.
Each product is hand made in the USA, has a list price of $300, and is currently shipping.
For more information on the Zillion please visit:
http://www.future-retro.com/zillionoverview.html“
The Swynx is a sync box that converts incoming MIDI messages to MIDI clock, DIN sync, CR-78 clock, and Analog clocks. In addition, the Swynx provides the ability to swing the timing of all these clock outputs and select different time signatures in real-time with the front panel controls, and can also act as a programmer for the Roland CR-78.
Once you try it in your setup, you will realize just what you’ve been missing. For instance, many DIN sync devices do not provide a built-in swing function. And many MIDI sequencers and drum machines suffer from poor implementation of swing, preventing changes to be made live, or only providing swing for 4/4 patterns. Quite a few MIDI sequencers don’t offer any swing function, including our own 777 and Mobius products. Now you can apply swing to any MIDI sequencer, and select new time signatures as well.
Need to sync your analog sequencer or arpeggiator with MIDI gear? No problem! Not only can you do so, but now you can swing the timing of those devices as well. You can even use the analog clock output to Gate the envelopes in a synthesizer. The clock duty cycle is 50% of a note duration.
If you are a Roland CR-78 owner, you may have realized finding a WS-1 or TS-1 to program the CR-78 is next to impossible. The Swynx can replicate the programming capabilities of these units, plus provide sync to MIDI, and realtime swing adjustment. The ability to add swing to the CR-78’s preset patterns alone will breathe new life into this old friend.
The Swing value is accurate to 0.5% providing much more control resolution than is typically found in sequencers and drum machines.
The Swynx provides 12 different time signatures to choose from. Some time signatures are duplicate, but provide different shuffle patterns for that time signature. Time signatures include 9/8, 7/8, 6/8, 5/8, 2/4, 4/4, 8/4, 3/4, and 6/4. A universal power supply is provided with each unit, allowing the Swynx to be used anywhere in the world. The Swynx is all about making the gear you have sound better!
This product comes with a universal power supply and can be used anywhere in the world.
Each product is hand made in the USA, has a list price of $180, and is currently shipping.
For more information on the Swynx please visit:
http://www.future-retro.com/swynxoverview.html”
SoundMorph – TimeFlux software
TimeFlux, the ultimate time stretching, morphing, and spectral effects processing software.
TimeFlux takes your sound to a whole new level of control and sonic manipulation. Just like time is endless, the possibilities in
TimeFlux are endless as you can Morph between 8 snapshots using our custom Orb controller area. Control TimeFlux with your
mouse, or as an added bonus control it with an optional Leap Motion controller and harness the powers of time in your hand!
You can load up to 4 sounds and up to 4 VSTs in TimeFlux, record your performance and export it as a .WAV file, or record straight into your DAW. Time and space will never be the same!
TimeFlux also contains 3.6Gb of custom made sound design revolving around the theme of time manipulation. All sounds included were carefully crafted by SoundMorph and Ivo Ivonav of Glitchmachines. Both experimental and practical, the included sound design complements the TimeFlux software, and also is quite usable on it’s own.
FEATURES:
– Load up to 4 sound files
– Load up to 4 VST plugins within TimeFlux
– 8 snapshot Orb Controller
– Optional Leap Motion controller. Leap Motion sold separately here: https://www.leapmotion.com/
– 2 time stretchers
– 1 morphers
– 4 filters
– Record and Export your performance in wave files
– 3.6Gb TimeFlux sound design soundpack included made by SoundMorph and Ivo Ivanov
– Compatible with Mac and PC (32 bit and 64 bit)
Axel Hartmann Synthesizer Designer – Interview
An interview with one of the most prolific designers to work on synthesizer design – Axel is responsible for the design aspect of many classic synthesizers both hardware and software.
Some synths on his credit list:
- Waldorf synths, including the MicroWave, Wave, Blofeld and others;
- the Alesis Andromeda Analog Synthesizer;
- the Hartmann Neuron;
- the Access Virus Polar;
- the Moog Little Phatty and Minimoog Voyager XL;
- Arturia’s Origin, Spark & MiniBrute;
- the StudioLogic Sledge;
- the Schmidt Analog Synthesizer
ARPOLOGY: Overview
All sounds are 100% Arpology!
The Next Step In Music
www.samplelogic.com/products/arpology
Arpology, recently announced by Sonic Faction, is available for download today. A virtual instrument for Native Instruments’ Kontakt, Arpology is dedicated to arpeggiated/sequenced instruments.
The core of Arpology has been designed around Sample Logic’s Step Animator – a step sequencer and arpeggiator, combined into a single engine for animating complex melodic and rhythmic patterns on a per-step basis.
The first video, above, takes an in-depth look at Arpology’s features and how they can be used.
Soundcells releases Afterglow – the ultimate pad collection!
New video from Miss FD – The Grand Version
Goth electro pop artist Miss FD has released a new music videofor “The Grand Version”, the lovely closing track from her latest album “Comfort for the Desolate”, which debuted last Summer. The video for “The Grand Version” is helmed by photographer & director Tas Limur. The clip was filmed on location in Azuza, CA and shadow-cast Gothic interiors shot in Los Angeles.
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/album/comfort…
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Desolat…
Music video by Miss FD performing “The Grand Version”, from the album “Comfort for the Desolate”
(c) 2014 Quantum Release Records
Director: Tas Limur (http://www.taslimur.com)
Producer: Dustin Huntington
Art Director: Michaela Bookout
Hair/Makeup: Alyssa Fall
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The Grand Version Lyrics: http://missfd.com/2014/05/22/1771
Miss FD online:
http://www.MissFD.com
http://www.facebook.com/MissFDMusic
http://www.twitter.com/MissFDMusic
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