PODCAST - UPDATE!
The Synth History limited narrative podcast series dives deep into the world of synthesizers.
Discover the inspiring stories of pioneers, innovators, and visionaries who brought these instruments to the forefront, and explore the technological breakthroughs that have shaped both music and the world around us.
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IKUTARO KAKEHASHI
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OSCILLATORS
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Mark MOTHERSBAUGH
The Roland Corporation and its founder, Ikutaro Kakehashi, have had a lasting impact on popular music and culture. This episode explores the circumstances that led Mr. Kakehashi to found one of the biggest musical instrument companies in the world.
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From VCOS and quartz crystals, to black holes and lasers, discover what it means to oscillate, a fundamental concept in physics and engineering. Guests include astrophysicist Joel Green, physicist Max Katz, and engineer Steve Dunnington from Moog Music.
Introducing Synth History Shorts! Musician, composer, visual artist and co-founder of DEVO, Mark Mothersbaugh, talks to Danz about scoring Wes Anderson’s 2004 film, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, and about his new book, Apotropaic Beatnik Graffiti.
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LATEST PLAYLISTS
SYNTH HISTORY
Vol. 6
​Updated each October, Vol. 6(66) features spooky synth soundscapes and eerie tunes sure to scare those kids off your lawn! Featuring John Carpenter, Daphne Oram, Goblin Bruce Haack and more.​
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"New Synth" PLAYLIST
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A playlist updated every few months, featuring artists who incorporate synths into their music. Latest update includes High Pulp, Chrome Sparks, Shygirl and more.
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VOL. 7 - "AUTOBAHN"
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Inspired by driving on the Autobahn, Vol. 7 features Kraftwerk, Führs & Fröhling, Ashra, NEU!, Cluster, Telex, Can and more. Highly recommend checking this one out.