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You need to listen to this compilation of ‘80s Spanish ambient and electronic music
You need to listen to this compilation of ‘80s Spanish ambient and electronic music La Ola Interior is a compilation of ’80s Spanish ambient and electronic music that sounds surprisingly contemporary today. The genre was already established by the mid-’80s, but these artists were pushing the boundaries with more experimental works. The compilation covers a […]
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The algorithm failed music
The algorithm failed music The author shares their personal story of how they used to buy new CDs every Tuesday at a music store called Other Music. The ritual involved buying multiple CDs, even if there weren’t any new releases that week he was looking forward to. The author reflects on the joy and discovery […]
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Arturia’s KeyStep mk2 MIDI controller is a shortcut to flow state
Arturia’s KeyStep mk2 MIDI controller is a shortcut to flow state The Arturia KeyStep mk2 MIDI controller has been updated with new sequencing and composition features. The $139 KeyStep mk2 offers double the number of controls compared to its predecessor, the original KeyStep. Arturia’s KeyStep is a popular choice among modular synth users and those […]
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65daysofstatic’s new No Man’s Sky album searches for humanity in an AI-filled world
65daysofstatic’s new No Man’s Sky album searches for humanity in an AI-filled world 65daysofstatic is releasing a new album for No Man’s Sky, nine years after its initial release. The band returns to re-score the game, which was once hailed as gaming’s future with its procedural generation technology. The album marks a shift in perspective […]
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Roland is finally honoring its legacy instead of just cashing in on it
Roland is finally honoring its legacy instead of just cashing in on it Roland’s TR-808 is widely considered one of the most influential instruments since the electric guitar, with a 45-year impact on hip-hop, electronic, and pop music. The company was a pioneer in music technology during the 1980s and ’90s, releasing iconic analog synths […]
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Daniel Ek stepping down changes nothing for Spotify
Daniel Ek stepping down changes nothing for Spotify Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has announced his stepping down as CEO, following criticism from artists over his funding of German defense company Helsing through his investment firm Prima Materia. The controversy surrounding Ek’s extracurricular activities has been ongoing for months, with many artists expressing their discontent over […]
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Martin Shkreli can be sued for copying Wu-Tang’s one-of-a-kind record
Martin Shkreli can be sued for copying Wu-Tang’s one-of-a-kind record Martin Shkreli can be sued for allegedly copying Wu-Tang’s exclusive album “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin” and diminishing its value. A US District Judge has allowed a lawsuit alleging “misappropriation of trade secrets” to continue, despite dismissing some claims by the album’s current owners, […]
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Spotify Lossless is an inconvenient improvement
Spotify Lossless is an inconvenient improvement Spotify has introduced lossless audio, which offers improved sound quality compared to its standard streams. The new lossless FLAC files are available at 24-bit / 44.1kHz resolution, a significant upgrade from the standard 96Kbps streams. However, the difference may not be noticeable for casual listeners who typically consume music […]
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Sacred texts and ‘little bells’: The building blocks of Arvo Pärt’s musical masterpieces
Sacred texts and ‘little bells’: The building blocks of Arvo Pärt’s musical masterpieces Arvo Pärt, one of the most frequently performed contemporary classical composers, turns 90 on September 11, 2025, and his music has been featured in numerous film and television soundtracks, including “There Will Be Blood” and “Thin Red Line”. Pärt’s engagement with sacred […]
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Pocket Scion is a synth you play with plants
Pocket Scion is a synth you play with plants Pocket Scion is a portable synth that allows users to control it with plants or their own skin, similar to artist Modern Biology’s viral TikTok videos. The Pocket Scion uses a module called Scion from Instruo, which converts biofeedback into CV (control voltage) for controlling other […]
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