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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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WENDY CARLOS

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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. 

 

Apple Podcasts. Spotify.

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Without Wendy Carlos, we might not even have music with synths at all. From her film scores for A Clockwork Orange, The Shining and Tron; to her synthesizer renditions of classical music, to bringing synths to the forefront, Wendy is a pioneer in more ways than one.

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LATEST PLAYLISTS

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SYNTH HISTORY

Vol. 6 - "HORROR"

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Updated each October, this playlist features music from horror cinema and spooky soundscapes. Featuring Goblin, Broadcast, Keith Emerson, Daphne Oram, Ennio Morricone and more.

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Listen here.

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"New Synth" PLAYLIST

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A playlist updated every other month, featuring artists who incorporate synths into their music. Latest update includes High Pulp, Chrome Sparks, Shygirl and more.

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Listen here.

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SYNTH HISTORY

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. 

 

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