Stories
808 Day: NYC’s 808, for Run DMC, Beastie Boys, and Whodini
Yes, yes, Detroit techno and all that. This 808 Day, Roland is giving NYC and hip hop some props – by shining the spotlight on pioneer Larry Smith.
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This radio station broadcasts sounds of rats – and it sounds amazing
Rat communication, adjusted for human hearing, makes for surprisingly musical listening. That’s right – you may enjoy the sweet serenade of an actual rat burrow on NYC’s Lower East Side.
Peter Kirn - April 8, 2019
DIY + Unusual Stories Tech
Self care in the music business: reflections from Frankie of Discwoman
We talk a lot about survival tips for the music industry, but rarely does that get into the personal. So the moment is right for Discwoman’s Frankie Decaiza Hutchinson to tackle music’s greatest obstacle: ourselves.
Barker & Baumecker remixing Blondes is gorgeous and powerful
Peter Kirn - July 12, 2017
Music Music tech
This free B-side from Machinedrum is the perfect thing for the solstice
Peter Kirn - June 21, 2017
Music Music tech
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